Riders who are blind lead the crowdsourcing effort to make StopInfo better for everyone
While the application was developed to provide information to assist people who are blind, it provides information that could be helpful to all riders. Crucial information like where the stop is in relation to the intersection, whether there is a shelter or bench, or if a stop is well-lit can make the difference between a smooth commute and a frustrating experience.
Through the end of the year, top contributors who add or verify information about stops can earn free bus tickets. The more people who use this feature and contribute to it, the more helpful it will be for riders.
Through research done by developers, they have learned that StopInfo is already working for riders who are blind or partially sighted. Users report feeling more comfortable about taking new or unfamiliar trips with the help of StopInfo.
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Editor’s note: October is Disability Awareness Month. This article is the second in a series. StopInfo is a project Metro has invested in because it will make Metro services more accessible to riders. Learn more about Metro’s history of making transit accessible in this blog post.