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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - September 19, 2018 B-07TM CITY OF LODI COUNCIL COMMUNICATION AGENDA ITEMElp '�7 AGENDA TITLE: Presentation of Van Go! Service by San Joaquin Regional Transit District MEETING DATE: September 19, 2018 PREPARED BY: Public Works Director RECOMMENDED ACTION Presentation of Van Go! Service by San Joaquin Regional Transit District. BACKGROUND INFORMATION: On May 1, San Joaquin Regional Transit District (RTD) presented information at the City Council Shirtsleeve session on the transit services and programs that would be offered through the formation of a Consolidated Transportation Services Agency (CTSA). A CTSA was developed through a cooperative effort of transit operators in San Joaquin County and RTD to improve the quality of transportation services while achieving cost savings, more efficient use of transit resources, and reduced duplicative transportation services. The formation of a CTSA was approved by the San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) on May 24, 2018, and became effective July 1, 2018. Each transit operator, along with representatives of RTD, have been working together to prepare and coordinate marketing materials and discuss logistics and planning issues in order to provide a seamless launch of the transit services October 1, 2018. This will include the mobility on -demand service, known as Van Go! The primary objective of Van Go! is to provide service in areas of the County that are currently underserved, which includes the unincorporated areas surrounding Lodi. Van Go! is an Uber-like service, utilizing Americans with Disabilities -accessible vehicles and operated by professionally trained and licensed operators. Van Go! offers a multi -modal approach to increase mobility and connectivity by integrating tools like a smart phone app, ride sharing, and demand responsive service. In an effort to ensure Van Go! is well received by the public and that there are enough vehicles to support the demand, RTD will introduce Van Go! in phases. The first phase will provide service in the northern part of the County, which includes Thornton, Lockeford, Victor, Acampo, Woodbridge, Clements, Linden, and parts of Stockton. The second phase will include the Tracy and Mountain House area and the third phase opens up the service countywide. FISCAL IMPACT: The Van Go! service is one of the services provided through the CTSA, which is funded through a two percent allocation from Lodi's Fiscal Year 2018/19 TDA apportionment. The City of Lodi contribution from TDA apportionment is $47,441. FUNDING AVAILABLE: Not applicable. Charles E. Swimley, Jr. Public Works Director Prepared by Georgia Lantsberger, Transportation Manager CES/GUtdb APPROVED: ep en Schw. • - uer, City Manager K:\WP\TRANSIT\CCRTD Van Go_ 9-19-18.doc 9/5/2018 OSAN JOAQUIN TRANSPORTATION THAT'S A WORK OF ART RTD VaftGo! Lodi City County Meeting September 19, 2018 Donna DeMartino Chief Executive Officer What is Van Go? A new rideshare service in San Joaquin County. • Uber-type on -demand service • As part of Access San Joaquin (Consolidated Transportation Services Agency) Consolidated Transportation Services Agency PROGRAMS & SERVICES • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Assessment • Travel Training • Discount Fare Card • Freedom Program • Volunteer Incentive Program (VIP) • RTD Go! • Van Go! ACCESS SAN JOAQU\ • Every Van Go! vehicle is equipped to handle wheelchairs. • Van Go! drivers are trained, licensed, and fully prepared to help with accessibility needs. Why Van Go? • Free transfer on fixed - route bus service. • Expanded service area into unincorporated areas such as Linden, Lockeford, and Clements. How to Ride Van Go? ► Download on the Ili AppStore • To book a trip using your smartphone, download the F TD Van Go! app from the Apple App Store or Google Play • To make a reservation using your telephone, call 1 -800 -For -Ride (800) 367-7433 No. ANDROID APP ON r Google play Where to Go on Van Go? t Walnut GrptAlliLdin Thdart a WW Tree r • OC. Terminous Gait Buer Acarnpo W oodbmIge Lodi RTD Hammer Transfer Station Dogtown Clements Lockeford Vector 1Wrnili Sicg kton i4i Vial ace For a limited time, go anywhere in the above service area!* *Trips must originate and end in the RTD Van Go! service area. Unrestricted service ends 12/31/18. • RTD will launch the service on October 1 in northern San Joaquin County. • You can use Van Go! to travel anywhere within the Van Go! service area. DRIVEN BY PRIDE r Son _lia51q411M1 niT101 Vtlra Go! k Eli DRIVEN BY PRIDE When to Ride Van Go? Van Go! will be available seven days a week from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. SAN JOAQUIN R*it DRIVEN BY PRIDE How Much is a Trip on Van Go? TRY IT STARTING OCTOBER 1! $5 ONE- WAY TRIP Introductory fare ends 12/31!18 • Rides will cost $5 per trip during the Van Go! introductory period in northern San Joaquin County starting on October lst. • Those fares won't last long, so try it as soon as it launches. What Lies Ahead for Van Go? • In December 2018, RTD will add Van Go! service in Southern San Joaquin County. • Tracy and Mountain House will be served. • In January 2019, Van Go! will be offered countywide. What Will Van Go Look Like in January?