I've been asked to post the following: From: Rosser, Andrea [mailto:Andrea.Rosser@xxxxxxxxxx] Sent: Thursday, June 06, 2013 2:41 PM Subject: Easter Seals Project Action Customer Service Training at StarMetro Hello all, StarMetro has partnered with Easter Seals Project Action to provide training to StarMetro staff to improve customer service both on StarMetro vehicles and through our call center . Easter Seals Project Action has asked StarMetro to have at least three customers present at each of the two hour training session. I am reaching out to you to see if you can help me recruit volunteers to assist StarMetro in improving customer service in all aspects of our operations. We will provide a round trip pass to those who volunteer to participate (fixed route or Dial-A-Ride). The training dates are June 27th and 28th at StarMetro's Administration office on Appleyard. The training schedule and proposed content are listed below. Session Schedule Thurs. 7:00am - 9:00am Call Center staff, Dispatchers, and information Clerks 10:00am - 12:00noon Operations 2:00pm - 4:00pm Operations Fri. 7:00am - 9:00am Operations 10:00 - 12:00 pm Operations 2:00pm - 4:00pm Call Center, Dispatch, and information clerks Session Content 1. Operators: * Start with ADA basics (why training on it is necessary, basic overview of ADA regulations as they pertain to public transit, etc.) * Move onto specifics: i. Stop announcements ii. Service animals iii. Mobility devices and securement * Disability etiquette * Scenarios (this would be a more interactive part of the training) 2. Call Center Staff, Dispatchers and information clerks: * ADA Basics * Disability etiquette * Presentation on best practices for running a call center * Customer service scenarios Please do not hesitate to call me if you have any questions and thank you in advance for your assistance. Andie Andrea L. Rosser - Mobility Coordinator City of Tallahassee - StarMetro 555 S Appleyard Drive Tallahassee, FL 32304 850-891-5196 1400 North Monroe Street Tallahassee, FL 32303 850-891-4066