United Community Action Program/Cimarron Public Transit, which operates the City of Bartlesville’s public transit system, CityRide, will hold virtual transportation forums on Feb. 15 and Feb. 17.
The forums are held to obtain feedback on the company’s public transportation and Title VI Nondiscrimination and Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Plan for several counties, including Washington County.
“Staff needs input from riders, local businesses, municipalities, social service agencies, tribes, private providers, health facilities, elected officials and the general public to assist in preparing for the transit program’s future,” said UCAP/CPT Transit Director Laura Corff. “Cimarron Transit promotes the full and fair participation of all affected Title VI populations in transportation decision making. Every effort is made to ensure the level and quality of transit service is provided without regard to race, color or national origin and that meaningful access is available to persons with limited English proficiency.
“The advantage of receiving open communication aids the program in better matching service and with needs. Cimarron Transit will be planning for a variety of scenarios during these uncertain times. Priorities will focus on sustainability, aligning available resources to fulfil the most needs.”
In addition to the virtual forums, Cimarron Transit will conduct a public comment period to allow greater opportunity for feedback on the transportation and Title VI Nondiscrimination and Limited English Proficiency (LEP) plans. The current obligations can be reviewed online at https://ucapinc.org/cpts.
Cimarron Transit recently submitted a letter of intent to Oklahoma Department of Transportation to apply for federal assistance for program year 2023 to operate a rural transportation program in the areas of Bartlesville, Bristow, Cleveland, Dewey, Drumright, Kellyville, Mannford, Oilton, Pawhuska, Pawnee, Ponca City, Sapulpa and Skiatook.
Public clarifications and comments assist staff in better understanding challenges and concerns from residents and the community’s perspective.
“Every ride and every rider matters,” Corff said. “Open forums and opportunity for public engagement provide a place to share ideas and comments to enhance the rider experience, foster the community and create efficiencies in the program to fulfill the mission to provide safe and reliable public transportation in the areas we serve. We are dedicated to maintaining open communication to gain valuable insight as well as strengthen community partnerships.”
Video Meetings are scheduled as follows:
Time: Feb 15 1 p.m.
Join zoom meeting at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81952024174?pwd=djg1TkhjSDF2L0NZdVY5bStrQnJ6dz09
Meeting ID: 819 5202 4174
Passcode: 273437
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Time: Feb 17 11 a.m.
Join zoom meeting at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81159966495?pwd=WVp4L0hXL0N0Q09XTEg2RmRwUi9mdz09
Meeting ID: 811 5996 6495
Passcode: 385309
One tap mobile +12532158782,,81159966495#,,,,*385309# US (Tacoma)
Those unable to attend a virtual meeting can participate by submitting responses via email to lcorff@ucapinc.org, by fax to 580.718.0981 or by mail to 501 Sixth Street, Pawnee, OK 74058. Comments will also be accepted over the telephone by calling 918-762-3041 Ext. 181. For consideration, comments must be received by March 18.