Partnerships to Explore On- Demand, Rideshare, and Transit Options in Allegany County
By Juli McCoy, Executive Director, Allegany County Chamber of Commerce
A llegany County, nestled between Washington and Garrett Counties, is taking an approach to resolve its transportation challenges through the lens of economic development. Supported by the Allegany County Chamber of Commerce, the work began when Courtney Thomas- Winterberg , director of the county Department of Social Services (DSS), approached Juli McCoy , executive director of the Chamber with the idea that for the community to realize a transformation of its moveability issues, the goal would require establishing an interconnected, multi-modal, accessible transportation network that actively contributes to economic growth.
Within that goal the group intends to connect residents to education, employment, and health and human services, and provide reliable options for visitors and residents. Thomas-Winterberg and McCoy are not unfamiliar with efforts that have been made to find solutions and fill gaps, specifically for those who must utilize the existing transit system as a last resort. Thomas-Winterberg spent ten years as executive director of the local Community Action Agency prior to moving to DSS and McCoy was executive director of the local United Way chapter until 2021. Each had worked to advance the issue through various community transportation efforts.
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