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May 17, 2008
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APTA > Conferences & Calendar > Bus and Paratransit Conference & International Bus Roadeo  

2008 Bus & Paratransit Conference
& International Bus Roadeo

Bus Conference -- May 3-7   International Bus Roadeo -- May 2-7
Registration: Pre-registration has closed. Please register on-site. Thank you.
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Bus Roadeo Scores: 30 ft | 40 ft | Combined | Maint Sorted | Pre-Trip
Handbook For 2008: click here
Pre-Trip Inspection: In Adobe PDF |In PowerPoint (7 MBs)
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Program Information: Contact Heidi Salati, or phone (202) 496-4818.
Registration Information: Contact Adam Martin , or phone (202) 496-4845.
Program Information: Contact Lurae Stuart, or phone (202) 496-4844
Registration Information: Contact Anitha Atkins, or (202) 496-4839

State Capital In Austin At Night. Photo Courtesy of Austin Convention and Visitors bureau (Federica Georgia).APTA’s 2008 Bus & Paratransit Conference & International Bus Roadeo is North America’s largest and most comprehensive learning experience for the bus and paratransit industry.   It is designed to enhance the technical skills and increase the effectiveness of today’s bus and paratransit workforce.  Gain valuable, usable, timely information on critical topics and innovative ideas facing the industry.

Dozens of technical sessions provide the opportunity to explore seven “routes” of study

Route A:

 Infrastructure

Route B:

Service Planning and Marketing

Route C:

Workforce Development

Route D:

Environmental/Maintenance/Technology

Route E:

Operations/Paratransit/Accessibility

Route F:

Safety/Security/Emergency Preparedness

Route T:

Technical & Supervisory Training

Highlights

The conference includes a series of interactive sessions, technical tours highlighting the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s facilities, bus displays and a products and services showcase featuring the latest bus and paratransit vehicles, products and services.  There will also be numerous opportunities to meet and network with industry leaders and colleagues from throughout North America.

Who Should Attend

The 2008 Bus & Paratransit Conference & International Bus Roadeo is a must-attend event for both seasoned professionals and those new to the industry.  All bus and paratransit system personnel, board members, policy makers, suppliers, consultants and any other personnel involved with bus and paratransit design, construction, operations and maintenance.

APTA's Vision Statement

Be the leading force in advancing public transportation

APTA's Mission Statement

APTA serves and leads its diverse membership through advocacy, innovation, and information sharing to strengthen and expand public transportation.

APTA's Policy on Diversity

APTA recognizes the importance of diversity for conference topics and speakers and is committed to increasing the awareness of its membership on diversity issues. APTA welcomes ideas and suggestions on how to strengthen its efforts to meet these important diversity objectives.

General Information

Dress Code

The conference organizing committee encourages a business casual dress code at ALL events.

Safety/Security Tips for Meeting Registrants

Green Conference/Travel Tips


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