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Alleghany In Motion reports compliance review passed, staffing gains and statewide award
Summary
Alleghany In Motion reported a successful compliance review with no findings, full staffing, recent awards for its transit program and ongoing training efforts.
Alleghany In Motion Director Melissa Rector told commissioners Aug. 18 that the county’s public transit system passed a state compliance review with no findings, completed required training, is fully staffed and received a regional transit award.
"We had no findings, which was very good," Rector said, summarizing the state compliance review.
Why it matters: Rural transit is a crucial lifeline for residents who rely on county transportation for medical appointments, work and other essential trips. Rector said the system had grown to about 19–20 staff members, was busy, and received a Western North Carolina transit-system award.
Key points - Compliance review: A state-conducted compliance review found no deficiencies. - Staffing and operations: Rector said the department is fully staffed and listed drivers and office staff by name; she credited the team for strong service delivery. - Training and grants: Rector described participation in ADA and other training programs, Transit Academy coursework and the required drug-and-alcohol training; she described grant processes and documentation required for state and federal funding. - Community impact: Rector recounted passenger feedback and noted that riders sometimes tell staff they would not be able to make appointments or carry out daily life without the service.
What’s next Rector said staff will continue training, maintain compliance, and manage grants and reporting deadlines.
