Comments from unmet needs hearings and telephone interviews have emphasized a variety of transit improvements. Survey Highlights A telephone survey of persons who reside in Boron and North Edwards was conducted as part of this study. The results of the telephone survey suggest that transit service from Boron and North Edwards would be welcomed. However, respondents would use the service infrequently and mainly for shopping or medical services. Respondents were asked how often they would use transit to their destination of choice.
Employed residents drive or carpool to work.
Over 70 percent of this employed group expressed interest in using a transit service once per week or less, a level of use that would not be appropriate for a commuter service. Based on the consultant's experience, the actual level of transit use is likely to be even lower. US Borax operates three shifts, making it difficult to provide two-way commuter service from other communities. The extent to which these service alternatives can be implemented will depend heavily on available funding and other resources. To cover basic medical and social service transportation needs, the purchase of a van to be driven by volunteers provides a personalized service appropriate for many of the types of trips for which Boron residents request access.