To all of TABI listserv members, It has been a while since we have provided an update on our activities here at StarMetro. It is our goal to make this a regular occurrence. 1. GoogleTransit - We are still working on providing this feature for you. We ask for patience because it is a lengthy process. 2. Smart Phone applications - We are in the final testing stage of an IPhone/IOS trip planner application. This app will provide trip planning and should provide estimated time of arrival at a bus stop based on the real time feed. An Android app should be released first quarter 2015. We are also working with our vendor to have the data feeds available to third party vendors for specialty apps. 3. Website Redesign - We are working to redesign our website to incorporate upgrades to the Dial-A-Ride reservation system. The pages will be re-formatted to be more compliant with screen reader devices. If there is any content you would like to see on the website, please let us know. 4. Raised Letter/Braille Plates - We have received the final batch of braille plates from the vendor. These plates should be installed by the end of October. Once completed, we will re-inventory our system, fill in the gaps with our spares, and start adding single route plates at transfer points. 5. Bus Stop Policy - Planning Division staff is currently updating StarMetro's bus stop policy to provide more clear direction on stop placement, stop amenities, and stop design. The goal of the policy is to provide more consistency at bus stops. By being more consistent in where a stop is placed and designed, customer service is improved, the system becomes more efficient, and a clear prioritization list is provided for stop amenities. 6. Operations - Starting this Saturday, all operators will be given a list of stops to announce on each route. This includes weekday, week-ends, nights and campus. As always, feel free to email us directly if you have any specific comments and concerns. Brian S. Waterman, AICP Transit Planning Manager StarMetro Office: (850) 891-5564<tel:%28850%29%20891-5564> Cell: (850) 339-9969<tel:%28850%29%20339-9969>