[Blindtlk] Paratransit Vs. fixed Routes

[David]

Hi, Reese. If the interstate you speak of has an overpass or underpass a
pedestrian, whether they are totally blind or not, could cross it.
Otherwise, any pedestrian would be insane to cross any interstate. However,
that sort of environment requires you to listen very carefully to your
traffic patterns. While I wouldn't say it's a no-go under all circumstances,
I would agree that it would require very good travel skills in order to
cross safely and efficiently.

-----Original Message-----
From: blindtlk-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blindtlk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
Behalf Of Peachtree Travel
Sent: Monday, May 02, 2011 1:52 PM
To: Blind Talk Mailing List
Subject: Re: [Blindtlk] Paratransit Vs. fixed Routes

I also grew up preferring fixed route bus service over Para transit because 
I always hated waiting around for a ride when I could already be half way 
home or where ever I am going.  However, had to change my opinion when I 
moved and accepted a job transfer.  This location is close to a buss stop 
but cannot physically get there.

I'm in a gated community and outside the gate, there's no side walks.  Just 
a dirt road and cars speeds average 30 to 40 miles an hour.  Plus the buss 
stop is on the other side of an interstate which is definitely a no go for a

totally blind cane traveler.

So It all depends on your level of mobility and where you happen to be. 
Sometimes Para transit is your safest and only option.

Reese


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