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KFH Group, Inc. is thrilled to share the Summer 2024 issue of the Maryland Transit Update, a publication jointly sponsored by the Maryland Rural Transit Assistance Program (RTAP) and the Transportation Association of Maryland (TAM).     A huge thank you to Jill Stober for her exceptional editorial work and to KFH Group’s Luke Huddon for his design contributions.    Discover the latest insights and updates by visiting the TAM website today! Direct link: https://lnkd.in/e4UayiRA      #KFHGroupInc #NationalRTAP #ruraltransit #transit #communitytransportation #transportation #2024 #newsletter #magazine  

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Thrilled to share that KFH Group, Inc. was one of the sponsors of this year's TAM Annual Roadeo! Our team members Luke Huddon, James McGuire, Sarah Lasky, Ridhima Mehrotra, William Sutton, and Chad Ballentine volunteered as judges, evaluating bus operators' skills in pre-trip inspections and driving courses. Special shout-out to Frederic Fravel for presenting trophies. It was truly a fantastic opportunity to witness the talents of Maryland's bus drivers firsthand. Congratulations to all participants, and a big thank you to the Transportation Association of Maryland (TAM) for organizing such a dynamic event! About TAM Rodeo: The Transportation Association of Maryland (TAM) hosted its annual Roadeo on Saturday, April 13, featuring multiple competitions and courses for Maryland bus operators at the Dorsey MARC station. This event showcases the skills and expertise of bus drivers from several public transit agencies across the state. KFH Group sent seven members to volunteer as judges, including Luke Huddon, Jimmy McGuire, Sarah Lasky, and Ridi Mehrotra, who judged the pre-trip inspections alongside volunteers from other agencies. Meanwhile, Will Sutton and Chad Ballentine judged driving course competitions, with Will assessing the right-hand turn and Chad evaluating the right-hand reverse. These events take place on a confined course where drivers navigate a narrow and restrictive roadway. Afterwards, the event hosted a reception at the Olive Grove restaurant in Linthicum Heights. After the meal and a spirited game of “name that tune,” the judges awarded trophies to those who scored the most at the Roadeo. The winners of this Roadeo will now advance to the 33rd National Community Transportation Rodeo during the Community Transportation Association of America (CTAA) Expo 2024 in West Palm Beach, Florida, in June. See more photos from TAM's 2024 Roadeo: https://lnkd.in/eNS7vgUa #KFHGroupInc #TAMRodeo2024 #transitplanning #consultants #sponsors #Maryland #Doresy #MARC #busdrivers #Competition #CommunityAction

Exciting news! The Cass County, Michigan Government Transportation Authority's millage vote has successfully passed! In 2021, KFH Group, Inc. completed a Transit Service Plan, recommending a renewed millage campaign after a previous millage vote had been unsuccessful. The plan highlighted the need for local funding and was shaped by customer and community input, addressing the importance of additional or improved public transportation in Cass County. On February 27, 2024, the Cass County Transportation Authority's millage vote successfully passed, albeit by a narrow margin, securing vital financial support for enhanced and ongoing mobility for Cass County residents. This achievement highlights our commitment to improving public transportation. #CassCounty #publictransportation #funding #MillageVote #mobility #communityengagement #transitriders #transportationplanning #consultants #successstory https://lnkd.in/dgJaTCpc

Excited to announce that IndyGo's strides in transforming their paratransit service, with support from KFH Group, Inc. as consultants in establishing the two service areas, the ADA paratransit-mandated area and the Premium area, were highlighted in Louis Prejean's latest article, 'The Paratransit Evolution is Here, But Where is it Headed?' on Metro Magazine's blog. Grateful for the opportunity to contribute to meaningful discussions and advancements in the paratransit industry. #ADA #Paratransit #mobility #ondemand #transportationplanning #consultants #KFHGroupInc https://lnkd.in/gWPkgWJe

Kudos to Elizabeth (Buffy) Ellis (KFH Group, Inc.), Will Rodman, and Todd Hansen (Texas A&M Transportation Institute) for a stellar #TRB webinar on "Alternative Services for ADA Paratransit Riders," moderated by Frederic Fravel (KFH Group). Watch the recorded session here: https://lnkd.in/e5FxC29r. Big thanks to the Transportation Research Board for organizing this insightful discussion. This webinar highlights TCRP Research Report 239 findings, focusing on alternative services offered by transit agencies. It showcases successful examples that enhance mobility for ADA paratransit users while lowering costs. Additionally, the presenters illustrate the 'Alternative Services Estimation Tool' for planning and evaluating such services. Explore “TCRP Research Report 239: Provision of Alternative Services by Transit Agencies: The Intersection of Regulation and Program” here: https://lnkd.in/eQccsebT #ada #paratransit #mobility #webinar #alternative #transit #transportationplanning #consultants

#Welcome aboard, Chad!🌟🎉 As we kick off this new year, it's a pleasure to introduce our newest team member, Chad Ballentine, as a Senior Transportation Planner at KFH Group, Inc. With an extensive career in transit operations, Chad spent nearly 18 years in Austin, Texas at CapMetro, serving as the Vice President of Demand Response and Innovative Mobility. He oversaw ADA Paratransit, Pickup microtransit, MetroBike bikeshare, ADA paratransit eligibility, travel training, pathway assessments, and Demand Response contractor oversight. Chad began his transit career in 1999 as a college student, founding the University of Montana's Office of Transportation. A graduate of the University of Montana, Missoula with a BS in Business, Chad later earned a Masters in Community and Regional Planning from the University of Texas at Austin. Chad is also quick to point out that his education over the decades has been rounded out by learning from transit customers, vehicle operators, dispatchers, accessibility advocates, and everyone else involved in putting transit service on the streets/rails every day. #newhire #newhirespotlight #newemployee #transportationplanning #consultants #austintexas #ada #paratransit #demandresponse #innovative #mobility

Thrilled to announce our team members, Frederic Fravel, Joel Eisenfeld, and James McGuire, participated in the Transportation Association of Maryland (TAM)'s 2024 Legislative Reception. KFH Group, Inc. proudly sponsors this event, aligning with TAM's mission to enhance mobility and economic opportunities in Maryland. The reception was held at the historic Governor Calvert House in Annapolis, MD, on January 17. See more photos from TAM's 2024 Legislative Reception: https://lnkd.in/e96zFTpB #transit #transportationplanning #consultants #sponsors #networking #maryland #annapolis