[blparent] Off-topic sidewalks I can't get through because of snow.

[Judy Jones]

I understand this.  People shovel their drives, and half of it goes on the sidewalk.  The bus service in our town is door to door for everyone in town, disabled or not, has been for years.  I do take it to and from work, and anywhere I need to go, especially because of the snow situation.

We used to live in an area with fixed route, which was wonderful, and nice because you can go when you want to go.  But it is not unheard of to schedule a trip the day before.  This is what door-to-doors do, in my experience, and honestly, I think I would rather battle a schedule than battle street traffic and feet of snow.  Just my opinion, plus keeping your baby warm and comfortable with the least amount of fuss is priority.  A matter of picking battles.

If you use your paratransit, tell them when you need to be at your destination.  The service is very prompt and on time, the one in Tacoma where we lived, the same.  Unfortunately this is not a pedestrian-friendly society in many situations, although I prefer walking as well.

The paratransit, they do not come to your door?  If not, to me, a cab would be worth it, if for nothing more than to keep your baby warm.  More costly, but more comfortable and less stress for both of you.

Judy

-----Original Message-----
From: BlParent [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Tara Briggs via BlParent
Sent: Thursday, December 17, 2015 12:34 PM
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Cc: Tara Briggs
Subject: [blparent] Off-topic sidewalks I can't get through because of snow.

 Hi all, I am writing with a question that might or might not be off topic. The sidewalks from my house are so badly blocked with snow that I would need to walk into the street to get to public transportation.this concerns me because I have my 16-month-old daughter that I carry on my back and I don't really like the idea of walking out into the street with her.have you guys had any luck resolving this issue? I have tried the city manager who complains about how annoying the businesses are and then has his guys shovel it a couple times a year I have tried the mayors office who tells me to use Paratransittransportation.  I do not like this idea because you can wait for up to 30 minutes in the cold waiting for your ride. It would take me less time to walk to transportation than that. Addition, it's four dollars a ride and I don't want to spend that money. The other problem I have with it is you have to schedule it the day before. I feel I have a right to leave my house and take transportation when I want to. Not when you Teays paratransit says I can.I have now tried the disability Law Center who says they'll get back to you in a couple days.anyway, any help or suggestions of what you guys have done on this particular issue that has worked would be great!
Thanks
Tara

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