1. GIS for the Transit Rider (101) How do I get there? What time is my ride? 1

2. Abstract Palm Tran will be soon unveiling two on line trip planning customer service products: Google Transit InfoPoint (from Avail Technologies) 2

3. Google Transit A Google trip planning product available in nearly 500 cities including Miami ( MDT ), Fort Lauderdale ( BCT ), SFRTA ( Tri-Rail ), Gainesville ( RTA ), Tampa ( HART ), Pinellas County ( PSTA ) and coming soon to Palm Beach County ( Palm Tran ). Through the web or a smart phone, anyone with access to Google Maps can get step-by-step directions (auto, walking, bike, and now Transit) between any two points in the Metropolitan Area. Anyone can find transit stops and view schedule information. The service calculates route, transit time, cost, and can compare the transit trip to one using a car. Routings are displayed on either a map or satellite image. 3

4. http://maps.google.com 4

5. Get Directions Select “By public transit” icon In “A” enter from or origin In “B” enter to or destination Select Leave now, Depart At, or Arrive by Select date and time Select “Get Directions” 5

6. View & Select from Transit Directions Options Select best option for the Rider Get step-by-step transit directions in text and on the map 6

7. View Trip Planner Information 7

8. Multi-Modal Trip Planner Clicking on Modes opens additional information Walk (with details) 1. 1. Head west on Miad Cir 0.3 mi 2. 2. Slight left toward Miad Cir 95 ft 3. 3. Sharp left toward Miad Cir 98 ft 4. 4. Continue straight onto Miad Cir 453 ft Bus (Miami Dade Transit) Train (with additional Tri-Rail information link) Bus (Palm Tran) Fare Information could also be available 8

9. m.google.com/maps Available with various options for: Android BlackBerry iPhone Nokia Windows Other 9

10. But what about Real-Time Information… So what if its late? What alternatives do I have? When is my bus arriving? If I get delayed, when is the next bus after this one? Will it be on time? What is the bus number? 10

11. InfoPoint (from Avail Technologies) A customer information service display designed for those who know their bus route and bus stop but want to have real-time information. Accessed through the web or a smart phone, Riders can access the schedule and estimated departure time for the next three available trips. Through an interactive display, Riders can view the location of the associated buses in either a Google Map, Satellite or Hybrid image. Limited real-time schedule information display signs are available at major transit hubs. 11

12. http://www.pbcgov.com/infopoint/ 12

13. Select Route Route Name identifies Origin, Desitation, and Major Routing Route Numbers and Colors are consistent with System Map Public Messages (hurricanes, closures, major service changes) 13

14. View Bus Stops, Route and Buses 14

15. Select Bus Stop from Stop Menu 15

16. Selecting Bus Stop from List Selecting WPB ITC @ BAY G inserts Map Balloon Bus Stop, Route & Destination Times (SDT & EDT) Transfer Options 16

17. +Click for More! Schedule Departures – Other Routes 17

18. Selecting Bus Icon on Map Selecting Bus Icon inserts Map Balloon Bus Number Route Name On-Time Status Last Bus Stop & Direction 18 NEI-SWO North/East Inbound South/WestOutbound

19. Map, Satellite, or Hybrid 19

20. Smart Phone Applications Fully Functional: Android iPhone Estimated Departure Times Only: BlackBerry Nokia Windows Other 20

21. Dynamic Message Signing Official Palm Tran Clock Time Scrolling Route Number and Name Associated Estimated Departure Time Audio Messaging Various Time Point locations along Route 1 including WPB ITC PBC Train Stations (except Lake Worth) Other selected major time points 21

22. Contact 22

23. More Information 23 Google Transit www.google.com/intl/en/landing/ transit/ Avail Technologies 2026 Sandy Dr State College, PA 16803 (814) 644-8684 www.availtec.com

24. Questions & Answers 24

25. West Palm Beach Intermodal Center 25