| Project Title: |
TRANSIT COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM INTEGRATION WITH FRANKLIN COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE |
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| Project Status: | In Progress | |
| Project Type: |
Deployment/Integration |
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| Project Description: | This project is a component of the FY 2000 Central Ohio Earmark. The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) has been an active participant in regional ITS-related initiatives. COTA initiatives include pursuing the implementation of transit ITS systems and the establishment of a regional transportation management system. In the course of replacing its radio system and upgrading its communications capabilities, COTA will integrate its communications system with the Franklin County Public Safety System. The County already possesses the infrastructure to accommodate communications needs between law enforcement and emergency services agencies, as well as with the cities of Columbus, Westerville, and Upper Arlington. With the added capability of direct communications between COTA bus operators with safety and emergency services providers, there will be a significant increase in fleet management, fleet safety and reduced incident response times. Integration activities have been completed. An evaluation report is under development and anticipated by the end date depicted below. |
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| Project Location: | Columbus, Ohio | |
| Project Partner(s): | FHWA, Central Ohio Transit Authority, Franklin County Public Services | |
| Project Start Date: | September 2000 | |
| Project End Date: | March 2003 | |
| Estimated Total ITS Funds: | $300,000 | |
| Estimated Total Project Cost: | $616,355 |
| Project Contacts: | ||
Jim Buckson |
FHWA Ohio Division, HDA-OH |
(614) 280-6846 |
Ext. |
Mark Nawrath |
Central Ohio Transit Authority |
(614) 308-4373 |
Ext. |