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CommuteInfo Announces 2 New Benefits That Make Carpooling & Vanpooling Even Easier Registered commuters in the CommuteInfo program who also participate in a registered carpool or vanpool are now eligible for the regional Emergency Ride Home service and downtown Pittsburgh Parking Discount program. CommuteInfo Vanpool Drivers Honored for their Service The regional CommuteInfo volunteer vanpool drivers were awarded “Moving Mobility Individually” awards at the December 19th Association for Commuter Transportation Mid Atlantic Chapter’s Award Luncheon.
The event brought together leaders in the field of transportation planning, moderated by Jim LoKay, Traffic and Transportation Reporter for KDKA-TV and featured an address by the Pennsylvania Secretary of Transportation, Al Biehler. In addition to the individual awards, several employers and even municipalities were recognized for their efforts to help support congestion alleviation related strategies. The Association for Commuter Transportation supports its members in their efforts to enhance mobility, improve air quality and conserve energy through Transportation Demand Management (TDM) activities. ACT serves as an information resource, provides advocacy on transportation issues involving commute alternatives, and offers networking and professional development opportunities to its members. To learn more about ACT visit their website or call 1-678-916-4940. Vanpool Groups Looking for Riders Ever considered joining a vanpool? Several of our groups have open seats available. Try it one day for free! Then you can join on either a full-time or part-time basis. Learn more about our vanpool program on our website . Origination: Weirton, WV Origination: Irwin-North Huntingdon Origination: Weirton, WV Origination: Latrobe Origination: Belle Vernon How are new vanpools started? There are 35 registered vanpool groups traveling throughout the region, but there are still commuters looking for one that works for their schedule. Or maybe the vanpool they might join doesn’t have any available seats. That is when the question is usually asked, “How can I start a new vanpool?” Starting a new vanpool group can be as simple as 1-2-3. 1 – Ask your co-workers, neighbors or friends who have a similar commute if they are interested in vanpooling. Finding a group of 8 – 10 people who are interested and committed to vanpooling is an important first step. If you would like to learn more about starting a vanpool group, contact Meg Kessler at 412-391-5590 x337 or email her by clicking here. Meet CommuteInfo Representatives at one of these Upcoming Events . . . • February 23 – PUMP’s Discover Pittsburgh Event We are always looking for community events or speaking opportunities where CommuteInfo can be represented – please email us with your ideas!
With approximately 60% of the Southwestern Pennsylvania region's 1.5 million workers traveling outside of their resident municipality to work each day, commuting options are clearly an integral part of life for the region’s employers and workers. CommuteInfo is a program of the Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission (SPC), operated in partnership with transportation management associations, transportation providers, businesses and non-profit service organizations throughout Southwestern PA. Through the strong network of partnerships, the CommuteInfo program offers a wide range of ride-sharing services to employers and commuters within the region, including a toll free phone number for information requests and referrals, vanpool/carpool rider matching, transit/biking/walking resources as well as park and ride lot information. CommuteInfo serves commuters and employers in 10 counties, including Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Washington and Westmoreland. You have received this message because you have signed up for the e-newsletter on the CommuteInfo website. If you have received this in error or no longer wish to receive messages from CommuteInfo, please reply to this message with your unsubscribe request. Thanks again for your interest in commuting alternatives and CommuteInfo…a better way to work. |
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