Transcript Rural Urban Partnerships

Curt A. Simon
Executive Director
Metro Area Transit
Omaha, Nebraska
We’re all in this together.
Urban transit operator's can offer a host of
information to their rural counterparts. This
is most often due to additional financial and
human resources that may not be available to
rural systems.
In turn, Urban operator’s can benefit in a
number of ways that enhance transit in their
communities and statewide.
Policies and Procedures
Why recreate the wheel ???
Urban Properties typically have detailed
policy and procedure manuals that address
virtually all areas of transit operations. These
conform to Federal, State and Local laws and
norms and can be a great resource for rural
properties.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
Recruitment
Physical Fitness Standards
Drug & Alcohol
Sick Leave & Leave of Absence
Termination for Cause
Family Medical Leave
Sexual Harassment & Harassment
Procurements
Urban Operator’s have short and long term
procurement plans that may include items of
interest to rural systems. A Grant
Administrator typically oversees such
purchases. Rural systems can benefit by being
included in purchases, particularly if a need
arises that can not be met by their State DOT.
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Vehicles
Computers and Software
Fareboxes and Fare Medium
Vehicle parts & maintenance
FTA Compliance Regulations
Construction contracts & Grant compliance
Purchasing Procedures & Policies
Available Grant Opportunities
Safety, Security and Training
Emergency and Evacuation Plans
Homeland Security
Employee Training
Workmen’s Compensation
Safety Committees
Facilities Management
Passenger Interlining
Seminars
What’s in it for the Urban System
Increased System Coverage
Relationship Building
Powerful Unified Coalitions
Legislative
Lobbying Local and Statewide
Increased Transit Awareness
Coordinated Systems
Break Down the Doors