3: Transportation by University of Maryland Tech Extension https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6 Add posts below each question with your group's ideas. Be prepared to bring one highlight from your group's conversation back to the larger group discussion. en-us 2022-10-10 13:05:44 UTC 2022-10-20 15:54:50 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f68c.png What are you doing now that overcomes this barrier? techextension https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2333537003 2022-10-10 13:05:44 UTC https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2333537003 As a group, what ideas/suggestions do you have to overcome this barrier in the future techextension https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2333537004 2022-10-10 13:05:44 UTC https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2333537004 Add a post! techextension https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2333537005 2022-10-10 13:05:44 UTC https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2333537005 Add a post! techextension https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2333537006 2022-10-10 13:05:44 UTC https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2333537006 Having classes in the communities cdeberry5 https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349274263 Trying to have classes/trainings within the communities so folks don't need to travel

]]> 2022-10-20 15:28:30 UTC https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349274263 Community Model https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349275559 We meet our community where they are
-Kaleema, Byte Back]]> 2022-10-20 15:29:16 UTC https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349275559 Mobile Library Vehicles https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349276136 Reading Rover (children), Mobile Library Law Center (partner with MD Legal Aid) going out to the communities that have high needs and are furthest from a physical branch. ~Jarrett, BCPL]]> 2022-10-20 15:29:36 UTC https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349276136 Trusted Community Members https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349277706 We work with more than the usual suspects to find partners that are trusted in the community to partner to offer our classes 
-Kaleema, Byte Back]]> 2022-10-20 15:30:32 UTC https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349277706 Strategic Location of Branches https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349278907 Our system has 19 branches throughout Balt County, when we do a renovation or new branch, and have the option to relocate, we do consider access as part of that placement. ]]> 2022-10-20 15:31:13 UTC https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349278907 One-on-one help cdeberry5 https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349279052 Sometimes it's just a phone call with someone to walk them through a specific question, so no transportation needed. But this requires staff available at the times needed to be able to answer the questions...! ]]> 2022-10-20 15:31:19 UTC https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349279052 Funding of rural transportation systems cdeberry5 https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349281567 We need to help fund rural transportation systems, which look much different than urban ones! ]]> 2022-10-20 15:32:41 UTC https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349281567 Online Chat & Phone Library Services https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349282002 Providing chat-based reference, info services, as well as phone services during open hours. Not super-original but these are independent of physical proximity to a branch]]> 2022-10-20 15:32:56 UTC https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349282002 Offering trainings at work cdeberry5 https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349285143 Help employers design programs to help their employees get the digital skills they need, by offering trainings at work, during the work shift.]]> 2022-10-20 15:34:49 UTC https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349285143 Strong Advocacy for Transit https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349285542 Libraries usually play it safe by trying to be apolitical or neutral, but we could be strong advocates for robust transportation infrastructure for our cusotmers and provide testimony about their needs, where appropriate. ]]> 2022-10-20 15:35:04 UTC https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349285542 Our county does not have transportation throughout. Some rural and some urban. There are some opportunities for appointments to get a van however not useful if you may not understand this service. I don’t know any other service available to individuals besides Uber, or if county senior centers offer transport as well. I do see some senior communities like assisted living etc offer vans that look like they bring residents to medical appointments, or other off campus activities. This leaves rural and youth with no options. https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349285869 2022-10-20 15:35:16 UTC https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349285869 If libraries could offer a supported transit system that is one idea. Neighborhood service by delivering via mobile tech van is one way. There should be a commitment. https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349293611 2022-10-20 15:39:42 UTC https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349293611 Combined Three themes: cdeberry5 https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349299027 Take educators/navigators to the community via mobile classroom vehicles, using innovative ways of providing services]]> 2022-10-20 15:42:48 UTC https://padlet.com/techextension/k7hnchis1sbjifh6/wish/2349299027