Erin Williams (CTTransit), Pat Capobianco (NET) and other trainers from the transit providers attending the conference facilitated a discussion about what techniques work best when training staff.
Session B (Room 1) (Management)
Resources You Can Use
Ed Perzanowski, Director of Business Engagement and Program Services for CTRides presented on the free resources they have available to assist transit providers. Ed joined by Lisa Seymour (Middletown Area Transit) and Joe Comerford (Estuary Transit), spoke about the unique projects that they have partnered with CTRides to offer in their regions.
Liz Taylor, Assistant Director, National Rural Transit Assistance Program will provide an overview of the free driver training materials available through National RTAP, including some that have been recently updated with the most current information on key topics.
Kristen Wood, Office of Planning & Program Development Director Sergio Coronado, Program Manager Representatives from FTA Region 1 played a fun Jeopardy game that will inform, educate, and entertain conference attendees.
The CTRTAP advisory committee is made up of participants from the rural transit districts. The group is dedicated to providing guidance on the development and delivery of the state’s RTAP program.