15.12.1. Needs Assessment

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a needs assessment in transportation?

   Hint

   Think about what barriers exist in transport systems.

2. 2.

   Name one example of a high-need zone.

   Hint

   Think of places where many people gather.

3. 3.

   What is the purpose of a needs assessment?

   • To create new laws
   • To identify gaps in accessibility
   • To build more roads

   Hint

   Focus on the main goal of assessing needs.

4. 4.

   Participating in planning ensures which of the following?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about who contributes to solutions in transportation.

5. 5.

   Discuss the potential limitations of solely relying on existing data for conducting a needs assessment in transportation.

   Hint

   Consider how dynamic community needs can change over time.

6. 6.

   Design a brief outreach plan to engage the community in a needs assessment for inclusive transportation. Include at least three methods you would employ.

   Hint

   Think about different ways to approach varying community members.