Lack of transportation is a major
problem for many people in Athens County and around Ohio, and the problem is
getting worse.
Many people today simply cannot
afford the thousands of dollars it takes to own and operate a vehicle. In
addition, many people lose their driver’s licenses because they cannot afford
to pay for car insurance.
Public transportation is a big help
to a large number Ohio residents, but it is not available in most parts of
Athens County and in many parts of the state.
Without reliable transportation,
people are unable to work, go to job training/education programs or access
public services. This lack of transportation also deprives people of the
opportunity attend social, religious, informational or entertainment events. It
also isolates them and keeps them from the traveling to parks and other places
that could help to improve their quality of life.
The transportation issue also hurts
the economy in Athens County and around the state, as many people are unable to
take part in activities that help to drive economic growth. It is a problem
that is often not recognized by people with reliable transportation, but it is
growing and is having a significant impact.
Athens County Job and Family
Services and the Hocking-Athens-Perry Community Action Program (HAPCAP) have
put together a report that examines the different issues surrounding the lack
of transportation in Athens County and the state. Representatives of the two
organizations discussed the report at a press conference held on Friday, April
5 at The Work Station in The Plains.
Click here to read the report.
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