Abilities Unlimited of Hot Springs (AUI) has had three very notable achievements over the last two months:

 In May of 2022, AUI received the 2021 Organization of the Year award from The Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce. Also in May, their grant application with United Way of the Ouachitas was renewed for the 2022-23 term.  Finally, in June of 2022, AUI received the 2022 Reader’s Choice award from the Sentinel Record. To see the announcement, please click here.

This year AUI turns 61 years young, and they look forward to continuing their service to adults with developmental disabilities by offering life skills, education, and pre-vocational training through meaningful and productive activities. AUI serves six area school districts through their Pathways 2 Employment (P2E) Program, which provides employment preparation, work training, and competitive work experiences to prepare students with post-graduate plans and goals.

If your agency wants to share any recent successes, major changes, or upcoming events, we would love to feature them in ATA's monthly newsletter. 

To submit items for Member Spotlight, please email Rebecca East at reast@arktransit.org

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Q'Straint / Sure-Lok Wheelchair Securement Training

Webinar

Q'Straint/Sure-Lok

July 12, 2022, 11:00am-12:15 p.m.

Answer Session - Contract Goals, Prompt Payment, Good Faith Efforts, and Commercially Useful Function Webinars

Webinar

USDOT

July 13, 2022, 1:00 p.m.

Interested in Applying? Reconnecting Communities Grant Program Overview for Prospective Applicants

Webinar

USDOT

July 14, 2022, 11:00 a.m.

Lessons Learned on Measuring Success for Inclusive Transportation Planning Online Forum

Webinar

Transit Planning 4 All

July 14, 2022, 1:00 p.m.

Title VI and Public Transit

Webinar

National Transit Institute (NTI)

July 18-21, 2022, 12:00-3:30 p.m. (daily)

2022 FTA Transit Asset Management (TAM) Virtual Roundtable

Webinar

Federal Transit Administration

July 19, 2022, 12:00 p.m. 

The Safety Risk Register in Action

Webinar

Federal Transit Administration (FTA)

July 27, 2022, 1:00 p.m.

“How Can I Assist You?” Reasonable Modification to Policy Considerations

Webinar

Federal Transit Administration (FTA)

July 27, 2022, 1:00-2:00 p.m.

Transitioning From Frontline Employee to Frontline Supervisor

Webinar

National Transit Institute (NTI)

August 8-11, 2022, 12:00-4:00 p.m. (daily)

Q'Straint / Sure-Lok Wheelchair Securement Training

Webinar

Q'Straint/Sure-Lok

August 8, 2022, 10:00-11:30 a.m.

Q'Straint / Sure-Lok Wheelchair Securement Training

Webinar

Q'Straint/Sure-Lok

August 9, 2022, 12:00-1:30 p.m.

Q'Straint / Sure-Lok Wheelchair Securement Training

Webinar

Q'Straint/Sure-Lok

August 10, 2022, 2:00-3:30 p.m.

Q'Straint / Sure-Lok Wheelchair Securement Training

Webinar

Q'Straint/Sure-Lok

August 11, 2022, 10:00-11:30 a.m.

Q'Straint / Sure-Lok Wheelchair Securement Training

Webinar

Q'Straint/Sure-Lok

August 12, 2022, 12:00-1:30 p.m.

Introduction to Paratransit Management and Operations

Webinar

National Transit Institute (NTI)

August 22-25, 2022, 12:00-4:00 p.m. (daily)

Conflict Management and De-escalation for Transit Drivers and Supervisors

Community Transportation Association of America (CTAA) is providing this on-demand online course FREE of charge.

FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) Information

FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) Training Provider Registry Information

FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) Training Provider Tools

FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) Training Provider Q&A Webinar

FMCSA recently hosted a series of webinars to answer common questions they have been hearing from training providers about the Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) regulations and using the Training Provider Registry. You can download a PDF of the presentation slides here and view a recording of one of the webinars here. Zoom will ask for a passcode to watch the recording. The passcode is: Wh^&9$qP

Cybersecurity Resources for Transit Agencies

FTA provides financial support for some grant recipients’ cybersecurity activities and supports the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in promoting enhanced security for transit agencies. FTA has aggregated cybersecurity resources to support transit agencies as they prepare for, mitigate, and respond to cybersecurity issues. 

National Aging and Disability Transportation Center Learning Shorts

The National Aging and Disability Transportation Center understands that there are a lot of things to learn when providing transportation services to older adults and individuals with disabilities, and there's not always enough time to get the training you would like! That’s why they are introducing a new series of learning shorts, “How to…with NADTC." Each video is less than 15 minutes long and addresses important topics while providing useful information to help you manage your transportation program.

Mental Health Resources for Transit Workers

FTA has published mental health resources to support transit industry workers during these challenging times. These resources, which are updated weekly, include information on:

• Mental health, wellness, and self-care
• Suicide prevention
• Active shooter preparedness

Entry-Level Driver Training Technical Brief from National RTAP

National RTAP has created a Technical Brief on ELDT (Entry-Level Driver Training). This training is now necessary for a driver to get a Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License or a Passenger Endorsement.