OC Transpo is warning Para Transpo customers of potential service delays due to a backlog of maintenance needs for its minibus fleet. The aging fleet is experiencing increased mechanical issues, leading to longer wait times. Council recently approved investments to purchase new minibuses, with deliveries beginning in 2025. In the meantime, OC Transpo is implementing measures to mitigate delays, including increased use of taxis and contractor vans, prioritizing minibuses for customers unable to use taxis, and notifying customers of potential delays.
OC Transpo is warning Para Transpo customers to expect service delays because of a backlog of maintenance requirements among its minibus fleet.
Options include more trips with accessible taxis and contractor vans, prioritizing minibuses for customers who can't use taxis, contacting customers in advance to inform them of delays, reviewing schedules to improve efficiency, and increasing the number of minibuses undergoing maintenance at one time.
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