Tuesday, July 15, 2025 | 1:00-2:00 p.m. ET
Sidewalk inaccessibility is a significant hurdle in first-mile/last-mile transit connections and navigating pedestrian infrastructure. Join the Accessible Transportation Resource Center (ATRC) for Office Hours featuring Eric Sinagra. Eric is the CEO and co-founder of pathVu, a company focused on making sidewalks more accessible and walkable for people with disabilities. Eric will present on challenges in creating accessible pedestrian infrastructure, pathVu's research into sidewalk accessibility, and effective strategies for multimodal transportation.
Eric started pathVu in 2014 after receiving his master’s degree in rehabilitation sciences from the University of Pittsburgh. His research at the university focused on investigating the effects of rough sidewalks on wheelchair users, which led to the development of an ASTM standard for measuring pathway roughness. Eric’s passion for sidewalk accessibility stems from his brother, Nick, and co-founder, Jon, who both use wheelchairs. Since starting pathVu, the company has mapped over 11,000 miles of sidewalks and 85,000 curb ramps to improve pedestrian accessibility.
The ATRC Office Hours webinar series promotes accessible transportation strategies and facilitates conversations on accessibility. Each hour-long session consists of experts presenting on an accessible transportation topic, followed by an opportunity for questions and discussion. ASL interpretation will be provided. For all other accessibility requests, please contact lee@ctaa.org by Thursday, July 10, 2025.
ACL funds the ATRC to increase awareness and adoption of accessibility strategies and inclusive transportation planning, ultimately making community living more achievable for people with disabilities and older adults.