Every person, regardless of disability, must reapply every three years. The full regional ADA eligibility application form be used for this process. The ADA regulations specify that transit operators can require that consumers periodically reapply for ADA paratransit eligibility. Whatever regional recertification policy is in place, the ADA requires that individuals have the right to request a new eligibility determination if they believe there has been a change in their situation. The number of accessible vehicles in the fixed route service may have increased.
Examples are benches, lighting, enclosed or covered transit stops.
There has been an increase in the number of curb cuts or sidewalks in the city. Experience of operators is resulting in more accurate determinations. It's important when providing such an expensive resource that only those meeting guidelines as established by the ADA and adopted by operators are certified. Regular review can help insure the validity of our process. 5.7 Paratransit Consumer Groups in the San Francisco Bay Area E ach county in the San Francisco Bay Area has a Paratransit Coordinating Council or committee which represents consumers with disabilities and seniors.