This Digest, prepared by Beth Hamby, KFH, under subcontract to Cambridge Systematics, Inc. addresses the data elements currently reported in the Rural National Transit Database (NTD) and identifies data elements that are needed to record pre- and post-service change information. This Digest also includes information on the potential levels of service options that are more accurate or useful for future evaluation of rural service. This digest may assist state departments of transportation (DOTs) understand the effects of various service types and levels on rural communities for inclusion.