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SUMMARY:Lift Maintenance Training
DESCRIPTION:ATA is excited to announce the return of our in-person\, one-day Lift Maintenance Training—now with a new twist! Join us in Central Arkansas or Northwest Arkansas for a hands-on learning experience led by expert lift technician and long-time trainer David Grant\, this course will take a deep dive into Braun lifts\, while also addressing your questions on Ricon lifts. Expect a full day of practical knowledge\, real-world insights\, and hands-on instruction. \n📍 Choose Your Date & Location\nJune 9\, 2026 \n\nArkansas Transit Association\n620 W Broadway St\, North Little Rock\n\nJune 10\, 2026 \n\nOzark Regional Transit\n2423 E Robinson Ave\, Springdale\n\n🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n💲 Cost\n\n$35 Members\n$55 Non-Members\n\n👥 Who Should Attend\nMechanics\, Shop Supervisors\, and Fleet Managers \n🍽️ Meals\nTime will be provided for lunch on your own. \n⚠️ Important\nParticipants will receive a course completion certificate. \nThis training does not certify or license attendees as lift maintenance technicians. \n\nClassroom teaching and discussion\nHands-on demonstration of information discussed in the classroom\nParticipants provided with instructor contact information for assistance in the future\nFocus on Braun lifts\, but instructor will answer questions about Ricon lifts\nIMPORTANT: Participants will receive course completion certificates\, but will not be licensed or certified as lift maintenance technicians.\n\nTopics Covered: \n\nPreventative maintenance\nMinor repair (not major repair)\nInspection\nTroubleshooting\nAdjustment\nDrifting\nPart replacement\nElectrical and hydraulic components\nMaintenance schedules\nPurpose of interlocks\nLift weight capacities\nManufacturer suggested lift operation\nProper boarding and deboarding of passengers
URL:https://arkansastransit.com/event/lift-maintenance-training-3/
CATEGORIES:At ATA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260609T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260609T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T211217
CREATED:20260526T162058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T162058Z
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SUMMARY:Website Builder Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Website Builder Office Hours \nSince 2011\, Website Builder has allowed users to create and design websites that are hosted on the National RTAP server free of charge. Recently\, National RTAP released Website Builder 3.0 using customer feedback and the latest technology to make creating\, editing and launching your website as easy as possible. \nCheck out some rural transit websites built with National RTAP’s Website Builder: \n\nAccess Allegany (New York)\nNeed A Ride (New York)\nGo Blue Transit (Texas)\nNebraska Public Transit (Nebraska)\nBluefield Area Transit (West Virginia)\n\nHere are examples of a State RTAP website and transit association website\, both built with Website Builder. \n\nIndiana RTAP\nCTANW (Community Transportation Association of the Northwest)\n\nReady to begin? Click on the Create My Website button. You will be prompted to create or sign in to your National RTAP account. Once logged in\, several website templates will appear. Select your preferred template by clicking “Start Building.” You will be prompted to create an account for your website. This is a different from your National RTAP account. \n\nIntended for: Transit Agencies \nCost: FREE \nRegister Here: Click here
URL:https://arkansastransit.com/event/website-builder-office-hours-106/
CATEGORIES:Online/Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260611
DTSTAMP:20260605T211217
CREATED:20260318T152820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T152923Z
UID:5298-1781049600-1781135999@arkansastransit.com
SUMMARY:Lift Maintenance Training
DESCRIPTION:ATA is excited to announce the return of our in-person\, one-day Lift Maintenance Training—now with a new twist! Join us in Central Arkansas or Northwest Arkansas for a hands-on learning experience led by expert lift technician and long-time trainer David Grant\, this course will take a deep dive into Braun lifts\, while also addressing your questions on Ricon lifts. Expect a full day of practical knowledge\, real-world insights\, and hands-on instruction. \n📍 Choose Your Date & Location\nJune 9\, 2026 \n\nArkansas Transit Association\n620 W Broadway St\, North Little Rock\n\nJune 10\, 2026 \n\nOzark Regional Transit\n2423 E Robinson Ave\, Springdale\n\n🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n💲 Cost\n\n$35 Members\n$55 Non-Members\n\n👥 Who Should Attend\nMechanics\, Shop Supervisors\, and Fleet Managers \n🍽️ Meals\nTime will be provided for lunch on your own. \n⚠️ Important\nParticipants will receive a course completion certificate. \nThis training does not certify or license attendees as lift maintenance technicians. \n\nClassroom teaching and discussion\nHands-on demonstration of information discussed in the classroom\nParticipants provided with instructor contact information for assistance in the future\nFocus on Braun lifts\, but instructor will answer questions about Ricon lifts\nIMPORTANT: Participants will receive course completion certificates\, but will not be licensed or certified as lift maintenance technicians.\n\nTopics Covered: \n\nPreventative maintenance\nMinor repair (not major repair)\nInspection\nTroubleshooting\nAdjustment\nDrifting\nPart replacement\nElectrical and hydraulic components\nMaintenance schedules\nPurpose of interlocks\nLift weight capacities\nManufacturer suggested lift operation\nProper boarding and deboarding of passengers
URL:https://arkansastransit.com/event/lift-maintenance-training-4/
CATEGORIES:At ATA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260610T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260610T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T211217
CREATED:20260526T162313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T162313Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding FTA Requirements and Regulatory Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Formatting Basics: A Webinar for Government and Non-Profits Agencies \nLearn how to use computer programs like InDesign or Illustrator to format plain language. Interpreters for the Deaf and Live Captioning provided. \n\nIntended for: Transit Agencies \nCost: FREE \nRegister Here: Click here
URL:https://arkansastransit.com/event/understanding-fta-requirements-and-regulatory-compliance/
CATEGORIES:Online/Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260610T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260610T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T211217
CREATED:20260605T143724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T143724Z
UID:5495-1781100000-1781100000@arkansastransit.com
SUMMARY:FY2026 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning NOFO
DESCRIPTION:FY2026 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning NOFO \nFTA will host an informational webinar about the TOD Pilot Program Notice of Funding Opportunity\, which will include an overview of the program and eligibility requirements. The webinar will be recorded and posted to the FTA TOD Pilot Program landing page website. \n\nIntended for: Transit Agencies \nCost: FREE \nRegister Here: Click here
URL:https://arkansastransit.com/event/fy2026-pilot-program-for-transit-oriented-development-tod-planning-nofo/
CATEGORIES:Online/Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260611T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260611T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T211217
CREATED:20260526T162353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T162353Z
UID:5422-1781179200-1781181000@arkansastransit.com
SUMMARY:General Transit Feed Specification (GTFS) Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:General Transit Feed Specification (GTFS) Office Hours\nGTFS is split into a schedule component that contains schedule\, fare\, and geographic transit information and a real-time component that contains arrival predictions\, vehicle positions and service advisories. Information about routes\, schedules\, and fares are represented in basic text files\, which means it can be created and maintained without the use of complicated or proprietary software. \nIntended for: Transit Agencies \nCost: FREE \nRegister Here: Click here
URL:https://arkansastransit.com/event/general-transit-feed-specification-gtfs-office-hours-136/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Online/Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260615T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T211217
CREATED:20260526T162546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T162611Z
UID:5424-1781521200-1781524800@arkansastransit.com
SUMMARY:Can Rural Microtransit Work?
DESCRIPTION:Can Rural Microtransit Work? \nRural providers face the inherent challenge of covering large service areas with low population densities\, long distances to meet basic needs\, and isolated pockets of poverty. As suburban microtransit has proliferated across the U.S. and been positively received by riders\, rural providers are considering whether microtransit is a solution that could work for them. \n\nIntended for: Transit Agencies \nCost: FREE \nRegister Here: Click here
URL:https://arkansastransit.com/event/can-rural-microtransit-work/
CATEGORIES:Online/Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260615T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T211217
CREATED:20260605T143950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T143950Z
UID:5497-1781521200-1781524800@arkansastransit.com
SUMMARY:Can Rural Microtransit Work?
DESCRIPTION:Can Rural Microtransit Work? \nTRB webinars provide transportation professionals with access to timely\, research-based insights on planning\, engineering\, operations\, safety\, policy\, and infrastructure. Webinars are based on work from TRB Standing Technical Committees and the Cooperative Research Programs and support informed decision-making across all modes and levels of government. \n\nIntended for: Transit Agencies \nCost: FREE \nRegister Here: Click here
URL:https://arkansastransit.com/event/can-rural-microtransit-work-2/
CATEGORIES:Online/Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260615T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260615T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T211217
CREATED:20260413T172850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T172850Z
UID:5365-1781535600-1781535600@arkansastransit.com
SUMMARY:Formatting Basics: A Webinar for Government and Non-Profits Agencies
DESCRIPTION:Formatting Basics: A Webinar for Government and Non-Profits Agencies \nLearn how to use computer programs like InDesign or Illustrator to format plain language. Interpreters for the Deaf and Live Captioning provided. \n\nIntended for: All \nCost: FREE \nRegister Here: Click here
URL:https://arkansastransit.com/event/formatting-basics-a-webinar-for-government-and-non-profits-agencies/
CATEGORIES:Online/Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260616T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260616T104500
DTSTAMP:20260605T211217
CREATED:20260519T180937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T180937Z
UID:5392-1781604000-1781606700@arkansastransit.com
SUMMARY:Human Trafficking 101 for Transportation Workers
DESCRIPTION:Human Trafficking 101 for Transportation Workers \nATA is hosting a free webinar\, Human Trafficking 101 for Transportation Workers\, presented by Lonoke County Safe Haven. You’ll learn the key warning signs of human trafficking and how to respond safely\, appropriately\, and effectively. \nAll pre-registered attendees will receive a certificate of attendance. \nYou will receive a Zoom link via email prior to the webinar. \nIntended for: ALL \nCost: FREE \nRegister Here: Click here \n 
URL:https://arkansastransit.com/event/human-trafficking-101-for-transportation-workers-2/
CATEGORIES:Online/Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260616T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260616T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T211217
CREATED:20260526T162748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T162748Z
UID:5428-1781604000-1781609400@arkansastransit.com
SUMMARY:Mobility Management and Coordinated Transportation
DESCRIPTION:Mobility Management and Coordinated Transportation \nThis webinar introduces mobility management strategies and coordination practices that improve access to transportation across communities. \n\nIntended for: Transit Agencies \nCost: FREE \nRegister Here: Click here
URL:https://arkansastransit.com/event/mobility-management-and-coordinated-transportation/
CATEGORIES:Online/Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260616T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260616T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T211217
CREATED:20260526T162928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T162928Z
UID:5430-1781604000-1781609400@arkansastransit.com
SUMMARY:Effective Transit Policies and Procedures
DESCRIPTION:Effective Transit Policies and Procedures \nThis session discusses best practices for developing and implementing transit policies that support consistent operations and regulatory compliance. \n\nIntended for: Transit Agencies \nCost: FREE \nRegister Here: Click here
URL:https://arkansastransit.com/event/effective-transit-policies-and-procedures/
CATEGORIES:Online/Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260616T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260616T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T211217
CREATED:20260526T162629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T162629Z
UID:5426-1781611200-1781613000@arkansastransit.com
SUMMARY:Website Builder Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Website Builder Office Hours \nSince 2011\, Website Builder has allowed users to create and design websites that are hosted on the National RTAP server free of charge. Recently\, National RTAP released Website Builder 3.0 using customer feedback and the latest technology to make creating\, editing and launching your website as easy as possible. \nCheck out some rural transit websites built with National RTAP’s Website Builder: \n\nAccess Allegany (New York)\nNeed A Ride (New York)\nGo Blue Transit (Texas)\nNebraska Public Transit (Nebraska)\nBluefield Area Transit (West Virginia)\n\nHere are examples of a State RTAP website and transit association website\, both built with Website Builder. \n\nIndiana RTAP\nCTANW (Community Transportation Association of the Northwest)\n\nReady to begin? Click on the Create My Website button. You will be prompted to create or sign in to your National RTAP account. Once logged in\, several website templates will appear. Select your preferred template by clicking “Start Building.” You will be prompted to create an account for your website. This is a different from your National RTAP account. \n\nIntended for: Transit Agencies \nCost: FREE \nRegister Here: Click here
URL:https://arkansastransit.com/event/website-builder-office-hours-107/
CATEGORIES:Online/Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260618T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260618T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T211217
CREATED:20260526T162952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T162952Z
UID:5432-1781784000-1781785800@arkansastransit.com
SUMMARY:General Transit Feed Specification (GTFS) Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:General Transit Feed Specification (GTFS) Office Hours\nGTFS is split into a schedule component that contains schedule\, fare\, and geographic transit information and a real-time component that contains arrival predictions\, vehicle positions and service advisories. Information about routes\, schedules\, and fares are represented in basic text files\, which means it can be created and maintained without the use of complicated or proprietary software. \nIntended for: Transit Agencies \nCost: FREE \nRegister Here: Click here
URL:https://arkansastransit.com/event/general-transit-feed-specification-gtfs-office-hours-137/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Online/Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260623T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260623T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T211217
CREATED:20260526T163024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T163024Z
UID:5434-1782216000-1782217800@arkansastransit.com
SUMMARY:Website Builder Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Website Builder Office Hours \nSince 2011\, Website Builder has allowed users to create and design websites that are hosted on the National RTAP server free of charge. Recently\, National RTAP released Website Builder 3.0 using customer feedback and the latest technology to make creating\, editing and launching your website as easy as possible. \nCheck out some rural transit websites built with National RTAP’s Website Builder: \n\nAccess Allegany (New York)\nNeed A Ride (New York)\nGo Blue Transit (Texas)\nNebraska Public Transit (Nebraska)\nBluefield Area Transit (West Virginia)\n\nHere are examples of a State RTAP website and transit association website\, both built with Website Builder. \n\nIndiana RTAP\nCTANW (Community Transportation Association of the Northwest)\n\nReady to begin? Click on the Create My Website button. You will be prompted to create or sign in to your National RTAP account. Once logged in\, several website templates will appear. Select your preferred template by clicking “Start Building.” You will be prompted to create an account for your website. This is a different from your National RTAP account. \n\nIntended for: Transit Agencies \nCost: FREE \nRegister Here: Click here
URL:https://arkansastransit.com/event/website-builder-office-hours-108/
CATEGORIES:Online/Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260625T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260625T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T211217
CREATED:20260526T163046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T163046Z
UID:5436-1782388800-1782390600@arkansastransit.com
SUMMARY:General Transit Feed Specification (GTFS) Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:General Transit Feed Specification (GTFS) Office Hours\nGTFS is split into a schedule component that contains schedule\, fare\, and geographic transit information and a real-time component that contains arrival predictions\, vehicle positions and service advisories. Information about routes\, schedules\, and fares are represented in basic text files\, which means it can be created and maintained without the use of complicated or proprietary software. \nIntended for: Transit Agencies \nCost: FREE \nRegister Here: Click here
URL:https://arkansastransit.com/event/general-transit-feed-specification-gtfs-office-hours-138/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Online/Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260626T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260626T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T211217
CREATED:20260526T163251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T163251Z
UID:5440-1782480600-1782484200@arkansastransit.com
SUMMARY:Intercity Bus Industry and State Updates: Where Things Are Now
DESCRIPTION:Intercity Bus Industry and State Updates: Where Things Are Now \nThis webinar introduces mobility management strategies and coordination practices that improve access to transportation across communities. \n\nIntended for: Transit Agencies \nCost: FREE \nRegister Here: Click here
URL:https://arkansastransit.com/event/intercity-bus-industry-and-state-updates-where-things-are-now/
CATEGORIES:Online/Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260630T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260630T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T211217
CREATED:20260526T163106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T163106Z
UID:5438-1782820800-1782822600@arkansastransit.com
SUMMARY:Website Builder Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Website Builder Office Hours \nSince 2011\, Website Builder has allowed users to create and design websites that are hosted on the National RTAP server free of charge. Recently\, National RTAP released Website Builder 3.0 using customer feedback and the latest technology to make creating\, editing and launching your website as easy as possible. \nCheck out some rural transit websites built with National RTAP’s Website Builder: \n\nAccess Allegany (New York)\nNeed A Ride (New York)\nGo Blue Transit (Texas)\nNebraska Public Transit (Nebraska)\nBluefield Area Transit (West Virginia)\n\nHere are examples of a State RTAP website and transit association website\, both built with Website Builder. \n\nIndiana RTAP\nCTANW (Community Transportation Association of the Northwest)\n\nReady to begin? Click on the Create My Website button. You will be prompted to create or sign in to your National RTAP account. Once logged in\, several website templates will appear. Select your preferred template by clicking “Start Building.” You will be prompted to create an account for your website. This is a different from your National RTAP account. \n\nIntended for: Transit Agencies \nCost: FREE \nRegister Here: Click here
URL:https://arkansastransit.com/event/website-builder-office-hours-109/
CATEGORIES:Online/Webinar
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