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Driving Change: 5 Strategies to Help Your Employees Transform Their Commute

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 15:35:40 GMT

Just mention the word “commuting” and blood pressures start to soar. Even the calmest driver starts to prickle with anxiety when faced with the prospect of wasting up to 51 hours per year stuck in traffic. That’s longer than most vacations. RingCentral reports that 40% of workers would rather clean their toilet than commute, which is really saying something since it’s statistically among the most-hated chores.

With so many employees making a return to the office either full or part time, the issue of how to ease concerns over commuting has become a hot topic. The conversation is likely to continue given that ResumeBuilder.com

surveyed 1,000 key corporate decision makers and found that “9 in 10 companies with office space will have a return to office by 2024.”

What could possibly help to make it better? A Commuter Services Program is a great way to give employees a low-cost, high-impact benefit that they will appreciate. Programs can be very simple or more in-depth depending on staffing, budget, and corporate culture. Wherever a Commuter Program fits into your organization, it’s worth considering for 2024.

Here are 5 proven commuting strategies that can transform the journey between home and work from a stress-inducing slog into something more productive –and maybe even calming.

Combat Climate Change
with Carpooling

Sharing the ride to work with one or more carpool partners can reduce commuting costs by 50% or more. By taking a car off the road, it also improves both air quality and traffic congestion. Considering that automobiles emit about 4.6 metric tons of CO2 annually, commuting together just a few times a week can have a big impact.

Carpooling is easy to implement using a ridematching database to help connect potential partners.
Supportive strategies, such as offering preferential parking spaces, not only reward carpoolers with convenient spots near the building but help promote the program at the same time.
Monthly drawings, rewards or incentives for carpooling can increase participation.

Take Transit

Time spent behind the wheel is often unproductive in addition to being stressful. Leaving the driving to someone else means that transit riders can use their commuting time creatively. Whether it’s reading, listening to music, socializing with other riders, organizing for the day or just decompressing from it -- commuting can be a space that separates work life from home life. A recent study found that commuting time can serve as something called “liminal space.” A place in between the workday and home where commuters can have “an opportunity to recover from work and mentally switch gears to home.” The study’s authors found that without this space, people can experience a blurring effect between the two which can ultimately lead to burnout.

The IRS offers pre-tax benefits for the purchase of transit passes.
Employers are often willing to subsidize the cost of transit since it has so many positive impacts.
If the worksite is more than a half mile from a transit stop many companies offer shuttles to fill
in the “last mile” gap.

Try a Vanpool

Vanpooling first become popular in the 1970s in response to the gas crisis. It was a way for commuters to band together and share costs while conserving fuel. Today’s vanpooling is flexible and takes advantages of smaller vehicle sizes, new technology, tax incentives, and time savings from High-Occupancy Vehicle lanes on major highways.

Vanpools are groups of commuters with aligned schedules, originating from and heading to similar destinations. Together they lease a vehicle from a third-party vendor, effectively sharing the commuting costs. Groups range in size from 7-14 people and the van lease includes maintenance, back-up vehicles, insurance, and tolls. The typical commuter stays in a vanpool for six years, but many groups have been together much longer celebrating everything from engagements to baby showers.

Employers can help to facilitate vanpools by hosting events like zip code parties which target key areas that may be suitable for forming a vanpool group.
Vanpool vendors are generally happy to come in and walk a new group through the process of getting started.
Like carpooling mentioned above, a database for matching and preferred parking can sweeten the deal for a vanpool group.
IRS regulations offer a pre-tax payroll deduction incentive to help with the monthly cost.

Get Health Benefits
with Active Commuting

While biking or walking to work may not appeal to everyone, employees who live between 5 and 20 miles could be willing to give it a try. It has undeniable health benefits both physically and mentally that are well documented in many studies. Commuters can see countless advantages, including burning fat, reducing inflammation, improving heart health, reducing stress, and improving overall wellbeing. It’s tough to argue with the positive impacts of getting outside into the fresh air and logging some biking or walking miles.

Most employees just need showers, lockers, and a safe place to store their bike if they are riding to work.
Bikeshare facilities can make it so that those who don’t own a bike can give it a try.
eBikes are another option for those who might need a little electric assist from time to time.
Employer benefits like free bike helmets and sneakers or earning incentives for walking or biking are very popular among active commuters and could help first timers get over the initial hump to get started.

Lend Support

Having supportive programs in place helps commuters transition from driving alone to considering another option. Researcher James O. Prochaska identified the five stages of change which can be applied to moving commuters toward new behaviors; they are: Precontemplation, Contemplation, Preparation, Action, and Maintenance.

An on-site Transportation Coordinator assists employees with commute planning, can assess the benefits of each mode, and identify any hurdles that may need to be overcome to try something new.
Offering an Emergency Ride Home eliminates the fear of being stranded at work if something unplanned arises during the day and an employee needs to get home.
Repeated messaging puts the Commuter Programs front and center, and ensures they are actively promoted on an ongoing basis.

This blog post originally appeared on the TransAction Associates blog. This content has been customized for the Neponset Valley TMA and is redistributed here with permission [ Source ].

Winter Car Maintenance and Safety Tips with Luis

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 17:37:57 GMT

Winter Car Maintenance and Safety Tips with Luis

It's officially winter! Are you ready for the snow and ice? Is your car ready?

Join Luis Mejia, Fleet Mechanic at TransAction Associates & Corporate Shuttles , as he shares some winter car maintenance and safety tips.

1. What to pack in your car to be prepared

Brush Ice Scraper
Washer Fluid
Battery Back / Jumper Cables
First Aid Kit
Deicer
Gloves
Shovel

2. Clearing snow and ice off your vehicle

Windshield
When clearing snow off your windshield, be sure to start on the outside and move to the inside of the windshield. Use the scraper part of the snowbrush first, then use the rubber part, and finally the brush so that you don't damage the side of the car.
Headlights
If you don't have washer fluid or deicer available, just use the brush to get snow off the headlights. Never use an ice scraper on the car headlights.
Grill
It's important to clear snow off your car's grill, especially if you have a grill with small openings. If the grill gets blocked or clogged with snow, the car will overheat because air won’t be able to pass through it into the engine to cool down the radiator. It’s always a good idea to clean it with the brush, and then just tap it lightly to free loose snow.
Snow buildup on tires
Oftentimes, your tires may pick up snow and it will start to build up on the back of the tire and the fender around the tire. It could build up to the point where the snow will be touching the tire, and just that small contact between the fender, the snow, and the tire will cause the tire to be out of balance. If that happens and you’re driving with this snow buildup, the steering wheel can start to shake. Some people will take their car to an auto-body shop or dealership thinking that they have a balancing problem, but it’s actually just the snow buildup. If you have a vibration that you didn’t have before, make sure to clear all the snow from the back and front of the tire, and that vibration should be gone.

3. Winter tire maintenance

Tires are very important in the wintertime. On vehicles that are all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, you can have 4 modern snow tires.

If you have a vehicle that is front-wheel drive, you want to have 2 modern snow tires on the front.

If you have a vehicle that is rear-wheel drive, you want to have at least 2 modern snow tires on the rear because they will be your traction wheels.

Checking tire pressure is especially important in the wintertime. Every vehicle has a tire pressure tag with information on proper tire inflation inside the driver’s side door. Anytime you need to check your tire pressure, make sure to refer to that tag and inflate tires based on what it says for your specific car.

4. What to do before turning off your vehicle

Once you get to your destination, if it’s snowing or snow or sleet is predicted, it’s very important that you shut off the wipers before turning off the car and them lift them up off of the windshield.

You want to do this so that when you start your car back up, they won't come on and either break the motor or the linkage. Lifting up your wipers also ensures that they won’t get frozen to the windshield.

5. Winter safe driving tips

Don't crowd the plows
You want to have three to four car lengths between you and a plow so they don’t block your visibility. Also, plows may be throwing salt and sand on the road, and you don’t want it to come back and hit the front of your car.
Reduce your speed
If you're driving in a snowstorm, a good guide is to reduce your speed by at least half. If you’re going 60 mph, you would want to reduce your speed to 30 mph. If the snow is just starting to come down, be sure to reduce your speed by at least 10 mph for safety.
Turn away from sliding surfaces
If you do happen to skid or start sliding, don’t panic! Let off the accelerator, and turn the wheel away from the sliding surface. If you’re sliding to the right, go left with the wheel, and wait for the car to regain control.

6. Gaining traction when you're stuck in the snow

If your vehicle is stuck in the snow and you need to get some traction, you can always grab your floor mat and put it in front of the tire between the snow and the tire. This should give the tire enough traction to release it from the snow. You can put it on the front of the tire, or if you’re trying to go in reverse, you can put it on the back of the tire.

If you have a rear-wheel drive vehicle, you'll put the mat on the rear tires, or whichever tire is spinning. If you don’t have a floor mat, you can always use a jacket, a sweatshirt, a piece of cardboard, or anything that you can put in between the snow and the tire to help gain traction.

If you want to learn more about these topics, check out TransAction Associate's 2020 webinar on preparing your car for the snow, where they go into full detail on winter car maintenance and safety tips!

This blog post originally appeared on the TransAction Associates blog . This content has been customized for the Neponset Valley TMA and is redistributed here with permission [ Source ].

2023 Car-Free Day Was a Huge Success!

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 21:06:42 GMT

World Car-Free Day 2023 was a huge success! Organized in a variety of ways around the globe, every event shared the unifying goal of reducing the number of cars on the road. The Neponset Valley TMA participated in MassCommute 's 2023 Car-Free Day, the Commonwealth’s Coalition of 15 TMAs to promote and celebrate Car-Free Day in Massachusetts. Commuters who participated helped to make a positive impact on the environment and contributed to a greener Bay State!

MassCommute urged everyone to Take the Pledge to travel to work using an eco-friendly mode of transportation on September 22nd. Modes included walking, biking, riding a shuttle, carpooling, using public transit, or teleworking.

With a tremendous total of 2,165 car-free participants , Massachusetts residents who joined MassCommute’s Car-Free Day saved:

34,046 miles
1,361.84 gallons of fuel
$17,703.71 in cost savings

The most used green mode of transportation was Public Transit.

Everyone did their part to reduce their carbon footprint by removing 26,419.24 lbs of Greenhouse Gases from the environment !

The Neponset Valley TMA had a 90% increase in participation compared to 2022’s Car-Free Day, resulting in 164.7 more pounds of greenhouse gas emissions being reduced this year. Let’s beat our record in 2024!

This blog post originally appeared on the TransAction Associates blog. This content has been customized for the Alewife TMA and is redistributed here with permission [ Source ].

Preferential Carpool Parking, It’s not an Incentive—Unless It’s an Incentive

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Mon, 02 Aug 2021 14:19:45 GMT

As a green commuter, you’ve done your part to help the environment. You found a carpool partner, coordinated schedules, made the trip in together. But what if you arrive at work and find that all of the good parking spots are taken?

Many organizations have good intentions when they designate special preferred carpool parking spots in a prime location near an entrance. One carpool space reduces the need for at least one other parking spot. Promoting carpooling is a great way to reduce your parking demand and encourage commuters to share the ride. However, without the proper enforcement and program management in place, the positive impact of the preferential parking incentive can lose its effectiveness.

That’s where having a partner like the Neponset Valley Transportation Management Association (NVTMA) to manage the program can help.

The 5 P’s of a Preferred Parking Program

Based on years of experience, the team at NVTMA has compiled this list of tried-and-true program elements that are essential for making your carpool program a success. Adapt the suggestions below, combine them into a program that works for you, or get in touch with our team. Together, we can create a custom carpool program that works for your location.

Patrolling

One of the key steps to ensuring preferential parking works as the incentive you intend it to be, is making sure it is being utilized properly and by authorized carpool groups. This involves a certain amount of oversight and monitoring. The best method for quick and easy monitoring is using carpool hangtags, stickers, or other identifiers. In the event a vehicle is parked in a space without the required identification, a progressive policy of warning and enforcement will work best to ensure compliance. Use the first time you reach out as an opportunity to encourage the driver to participate in the carpool program explain how the spaces are used.

Process

Establish an easy way for carpool groups to get the required identification for their participants. This involves a clear set of guidelines for what constitutes a group, and when and how the preferential spots can be used. Typically this will include an application process, a way of approving carpool groups, maintaining the policies so that they are consistent, and keeping up with changes and annual renewals.

Placement

Nothing beats the finding parking quickly, easily, and right up front. Put designated carpool parking spaces as close to the front door or garage elevators as possible. As a bonus when the cars and spots are clearly marked for “carpools only” you add lots of visibility for the program.

Partners

The challenge to growing any carpool program is getting commuters into ridesharing groups. With people coming from here, there, and everywhere, and a wide range of work schedules, where does one even start? A simple bulletin board posting can be very effective, internal communications platforms such as slack channels or intranet hubs can also be used. A popular solution is an online carpool ridematching database. eCommuter.org is NVTMA’s private, member-based, platform that provides commuters with the ability to search for and find carpool partners. Participants input their commuting information into the secure database and see a list of potential carpool partners that match their own route and schedule. By making it simple and easy to find people to carpool with, the more likely commuters will give it a try.

Programs

Undoubtedly, one of the biggest hurdles to carpooling is the question “what would I do in an emergency if I don’t have my car?” Emergency Ride Home (ERH) programs ensure that if there is an emergency during the workweek, green commuters will not be left stranded at work. These programs typically offer free or subsidized transportation on the very rare occasions a commuter needs them.

The Neponset Valley TMA, offers a popular turnkey program. In the event of an emergency, transportation is provided by Lyft™, taxi, or Enterprise Rent-A-Car® — usually within thirty minutes — and at no cost to the commuter.

Getting Started is Easy with NVTMA!

See how to make daily travel in the Neponset Valley region as easy, cost-effective, and enjoyable as possible. Get the conversation started and consider joining the NVTMA today! A non-profit organization operating in Canton, Dedham, Foxborough, Norwood, and Westwood, MA.

This blog post originally appeared on the TransAction Associates blog, Drive n . This content has been customized for Neponset Valley TMA and is redistributed here with permission [source: https://www.transactionassoc.com/preferential-carpool-parking-its-not-an-incentiveunless-its-an-incentive ].

Celebrate Rideshare Month in October

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Mon, 28 Sep 2020 15:55:57 GMT

What is rideshare month?

Ridesharing is exactly what it sounds like --sharing the ride. You can share with a co-worker, a friend, a family member, or someone you identify through a specific program designed to match people with similar commutes. Commonly referred to as carpooling or vanpooling , the term has come to encompass any form of transportation that moves more than one person at a time such as biking groups , public transit , or riding on private shuttles . Rideshare month celebrates those who rideshare because the choice to use a mode that isn’t a single-occupant vehicle is better for the environment.

Why rideshare?

The benefits of choosing alternatives to driving solo are numerous. Commuters who rideshare save money. According to AAA, the average cost of driving per mile ranges from $0.53 to $0.79 (“AAA’s Your Driving Costs” AAA Exchange, exchange.aaa.com/automotive/driving-costs ). Multiply that seemingly small expense by the number of miles driven per year and the hidden cost of driving alone adds up quickly. To calculate your drive alone cost, try our Commute Cost Calculator.

How does ridesharing help businesses?

How we get to the workplace affects our overall job satisfaction, mood, and productivity. The Neponset Valley TMA (NVTMA) provides strategic consulting services focused on transportation solutions that reduce the number of cars on the road for Canton, Dedham, Foxborough, Norwood, and Westwood, MA. Explore how our Transportation Demand Management (TDM) expertise could benefit your location.

Celebrating National Rideshare Month

Usually observed in the colder months after the peak of the bike to work season is over, Rideshare Month is celebrated in October. To get the most participants a commuter services program should highlight the benefits of a sharing the ride and raise awareness of the available transportation options. A dedicated commute management professional or Transportation Coordinator should use a variety of rideshare tools and programs complimented by promotional marketing designed to encourage participation and long-term behavior-change.

The Neponset Valley TMA provides comprehensive commuter services programs for Rideshare Month and beyond that deliver low-cost, high-impact results.

Commuter Origin Analysis. Mapping where commuters begin their trips can illustrate hotspots for potential carpool and vanpool groups, locations for off-site parking, and private shuttle routes. Our commute data experts overlay public transit routes and existing park and ride lots with your zip code data for even deeper analysis.
Commuter Surveys. Gather data to plan for parking demands and gauge commuter interest. Surveying commuters before a program launch is critical to success. Customized to your specific needs, our surveys are secure and anonymous.
Shuttle Options & Off-Site Parking. Private shuttles can connect your commuters to public transit and extend its reach to your location. If you need additional parking capacity, seek a shuttle vendor who can assist with locating and procuring the best off-site parking solutions. The NVTMA assists members with launching and optimizing shuttle services .
Online Ridematching. Finding someone to ride with is what ridesharing is all about. To find the best list of partners, you’ll need to base the results on multiple commute factors such as the origin, destination, work hours, and preferences. Our private member-based platform, eCommuter , provides an all-in-one resource for matching to potential carpool, vanpool, and biking partners, exploring transportation options, and much more.
Emergency Ride Home (ERH). One of the biggest barriers to ridesharing is the “what if I need my car?” An ERH program gives commuters the peace of mind to share the ride by providing those who do not have their car due to ridesharing a backup transportation option. Managed and administered through our eCommuter platform, our dispatch team provides our commuters emergency rides home through Lyft, taxi, or Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Commute Challenges and Incentives. Sometimes you need that extra something to get you started. Designed to encourage and reward those who choose alternatives to driving alone, NVTMA manages and administers customizable and scalable promotions focused on sustainability through commuting. See what the current Commuter Challenge is here.
Marketing & Promotions. The best commuter programs are only effective for those who know about them. In partnership with our clients, we design program materials that embrace your corporate culture and communications style. NVTMA works with a full-time in-house creative marketing team dedicated to the success of your commuter services program.

Get your Rideshare Month rolling with the Neponset Valley TMA. Discover how we can add to your commuter benefits package, email Director@NeponsetValleyTMA.org or call 781-404-5023 today!

This blog post originally appeared on the TransAction Associates blog, Driven . This content has been customized for Neponset Valley TMA and is redistributed here with permission [source: https://www.transactionassoc.com/celebrate-rideshare-month-in-october ].

5 Timely Tips for Telecommuting

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 20:33:26 GMT

5 Timely Tips for Telecommuting

Whether your company already has a formal telecommuting policy or is just instituting one as a temporary measure, there are many ways to be productive while working from home. Here are five strategies to be a successful telecommuter:

1. Assess your technology and available resources.

First time telecommuting? Figure out what you have and what you might still need. Work-from-home essentials include:

A good high-speed internet connection
The ability to access the company files and resources you need to do your job
A quality headset with a microphone for making work calls

To enhance your productivity, there are also a number of low- or no-cost services like Google Hangouts or GoToMeeting that can help. And make sure you have the phone number and email for your company tech support handy in case you experience any issues.

2. Carve out a comfortable workspace.

Even if you don’t have a dedicated home office, you can still set up a comfortable workspace. The key is keeping the supplies you need within reach so you can work as if you were in the office. This way, you won’t be searching for pens, pencils, a calculator, stapler, printer or whatever when you need them.

As for ergonomics , contrary to its name, a laptop used on your lap isn’t exactly the optimal posture, and it can lead to muscle strain. Find an area that’s well-lit where you can sit comfortably and have your computer at a good height on a stable surface.

3. Establish a consistent workday routine.

To get in the right mindset to work, many telecommuters feel more productive when they get up, shower, and get dressed as if they were going into the office. Of course, you’re at home, so unless you’re videoconferencing, you can wear whatever’s comfortable. At home, it’s also easy to take a break when you need it and stretch, or just regroup. Just try to avoid too many trips to the kitchen — many telecommuters report that it’s easy to fall into the habit of snacking too much.

4. Just “to do” it.

Because it’s easy to fall into your home habits instead of sticking to your work habits, make a to-do list. You can set both short- and long-term goals for yourself. Whether you use a productivity app or an old-fashioned calendar, give yourself time each day to plan what you need to accomplish and how you’ll do it.

5. Are you IN or OUT?

Always let co-workers know when and how they can reach you when you are working at home, and tell your family and friends about your new working from home routine and working hours, too. That way you can set expectations so no one will be disappointed that you can’t visit, and your employer will be happy with your work. Explain when you will and won’t be available to take calls or visits, or help with homework. It’s all about finding the right balance.

Remember that, whether a telecommuting program is formal or informal, it involves mutual trust between an employee and employer. Employers need to have faith that their employees will be as productive working remotely as they are in the office, and employees need to understand what’s expected of them.

Fortunately, there’s evidence that working from home boosts productivity. In a recent survey, Connect Solutions (a private cloud solutions provider) found that 77% of the remote workers report that they are more productive while they telecommute and 30% said that they accomplish more in less time. Talk about a win-win.

This blog post originally appeared on the TransAction Associates blog, Driven . This content has been customized for Neponset Valley TMA and is redistributed here with permission [source: https://www.transactionassoc.com/timely-tips-for-telecommuting ].

Find A Commute Match You'll Love

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 21:26:55 GMT

Search for Carpool & Bike Partners Online Today!

You're on your way to a better commute with the Neponset Valley TMA! Tap into your transportation options by searching for carpool partners through our Commute Match feature today.

When you search with Commute Match this February, you'll be entered into this month's Commuter Challenge and earn a chance to win the $25 prize. Just click the "Search" button on Commute Match to enter. Details on how to get started are below.

Let's Find a Match

See your list of potential carpool and bike partners.

Search with Commute Match

Find others who live and work nearby that also want to share the ride to work. Search for carpool partners, vanpool groups, nearby park-n-rides, bike buddies, as well as see the best routes for using public transit and biking to work.

Here's How:

Register or login to eCommuter.org
Click the ‘Commute Match’ tab
Search for your options

Customized to You

If your location is a member of the Neponset Valley TMA, then through this membership you're provided with Commuter Services including eCommuter and ERH at no cost to you!

Not sure if your company is a TMA member? Our team at Neponset Valley TMA is accessible anytime, just email your commuting inquiries to Director@NeponsetValleyTMA.org .

October is National Rideshare Month! Join the NVTMA Commuter Challenge

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Wed, 02 Oct 2019 18:40:29 GMT

Share the ride in a carpool, vanpool, on a bus, private shuttle, or train.

Celebrate National Rideshare Month by getting to work and around town in a shared transportation mode. You can reduce your single occupancy vehicle use by carpooling to work, taking the bus to the store, riding your bike to the train, and many other ways!

To find someone to share the ride to work in a carpool or vanpool or plan your best public transit route, Neponset Valley TMA members can register online at eCommuter.org .

Learn more at https://ecommuter.org/commuter-services/find-a-ride/

Join the NVTMA Rideshare Commuter Challenge

Explore your green commuting options with online commuter tools at eCommuter.org :

Find carpool, vanpool, and biking partners
Plan your transit and biking routes
Join the Emergency Ride Home program
and more!

Commute Back to School & Work and Join the NVTMA Rewards Program

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Fri, 30 Aug 2019 15:43:04 GMT

It Pays to Switch from Driving Alone This Back to School & Work Season

Back the School is the perfect time to switch your commute mode! With the Neponset Valley TMA Rewards program you can e arn a $50 gift card when you switch from driving alone to commuting in a green transportation mode like in a carpool or vanpool, by bike, train, or bus.

How It Works

Carpool, vanpool, bike, walk, and/or takepublic transit at least two days per-week for eight consecutive weeks.
Record these green trips online at eCommuter.org
Submit your completion using the form on the right OR Download a Completion Form PDF and email a completed copy to Director@NeponsetValleyTMA.org
COLLECT YOUR $50 REWARD

FAQs About the Rewards Program

Redeem Your Reward Online

Before submitting your completion form, please be sure you have recorded two days of green commuting per week for eight weeks in the Commute Calendar online at eCommuter.org

Neponset Valley TMA Hosts MassDOT Listening Session for Local Businesses

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Wed, 05 Jun 2019 17:21:08 GMT

Neponset Valley TMA Hosts MassDOT Listening Session for Local Businesses

On June 4, 2019 the Neponset Valley Transportation Management Association (NV TMA) hosted a Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) Workforce Transit Grant Listening Session at the historic Endicott Estate in Dedham, MA. The event was co-sponsored by other regional groups, including the Greater Attleboro Taunton Regional Transit Authority (GATRA), Neponset River Regional Chamber , Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce , and the Neponset Valley Suburban Mobility Working Group (SMWG).

This is one in a series of these sessions being held throughout the state. It provided an excellent opportunity for business leaders and regional stakeholders to give their feedback on workforce transit priorities and share concerns.

This meeting comes at a critical time with increasing traffic congestion having an impact on economic development. Suburban transportation options continue to be a key employee recruitment and retention factor. To assist, MassDOT is formulating a new annual $1.5 Million competitive grant program to increase workforce transportation options.

MassDOT’s Rail and Transit Administrator, Astrid Glynn, provided an overview of the Workforce Transit Grant program, the details of which are expected to be announced in June. She spent much of the time hearing from meeting attendees.

In attendance was also Senior Manager of Sales Transformation, Carmel Levy, representating the MBTA’s Perq program and provided information on the benefits of offering pre-tax transit passes to employees.

The NV TMA would like to thank MassDOT’s Astrid Glynn, our co-sponsors, and the Neponset Valley businesses leaders who attended this Listening Session. Meetings such as this highlight the importance of the Commonwealth continuing to invest in public/private partnerships focused on transportation in our region.

Make a Splash With Your Next Commute

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Mon, 03 Jun 2019 21:16:57 GMT

Record Your Green Trips for Chances to Win a $50 Prize

Get Started Today Online at eCommuter.org

Our private-member based system, eCommuter , empowers Neponset Valley TMA (NVTMA) members with the tools to find carpool and vanpool partners, get customized trip planning for public transit and bike routes, join the Emergency Ride Home program, and track different commutes for total fuel, cost, and emissions savings.

When more people choose to share the ride in a carpool, vanpool, on public transit or not drive at all by biking or walking to work, it means fewer cars on the road which makes everyone's commute more enjoyable.

Ride the wave of savings when you carpool, use transit, bike, or walk to work!

The eCommuter COMMUTE CALENDAR is a convenient tool you may use to track your trips—both one-time rides and regular commute trips. As you do so, you'll see your savings (in vehicle travel, pollution, and cash).

Just select 'COMMUTE CALENDAR' in the menu to access the Commute Calendar feature.

Plus, when you record a trip in the COMMUTE CALENDAR before August 31, 2019, you'll automatically be entered for a chance to win a $150 American Express gift card drawing.

Recording A Trip

Reporting a trip is simple. Just click or touch the date, and the following 'widget' appears:

Promote the Challenge at Your Location

Download the flyer to encourage participation of the Commuter Challenge at your location. Not a NVTMA member yet? Email us at Director@NeponsetValleyTMA.org to learn about incentives like this and all the benefits a NVTMA membership has to offer.

Join the #MCBC2019

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Wed, 01 May 2019 18:12:45 GMT

Join #MCBC2019

Are you UP for the Challenge?

Bay State Bike Week is May 11-19

Register for the MassCommute Bicycle Challenge using your work email and NV TMA members will automatically be entered for our $50 prize drawing this month. But hurry, last day to register and enter is 5/19/2019 .

Use Your Work Email & Register Online Today!

http://masscommutebicyclechallenge.org/

Log Your Commute Challenge - $50 Prize

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Mon, 01 Apr 2019 16:12:46 GMT

Log Your Commute Challenge - $50 Prize

Record Your Trips Today!

Visit eCommuter.org

Logging Your Commute Challenge

Just select 'COMMUTE CALENDAR' in the menu to access the Commute Calendar feature.

Plus, when you record a trip in the COMMUTE CALENDAR before April 30, 2019, you'll automatically be entered for a chance to win a $50 American Express gift card drawing.

Recording A Trip

Reporting a trip is simple. Just click or touch the date, and the following 'widget' appears:

Under "create a trip record" select...

Select a trip type - such as round trip (to work), one-time trip, etc.
Select a mode (the means by which you traveled) such as carpool, transit, etc.
Confirm the trip distance.

Once you 'submit' your trip is entered on the calendar—all trips recorded in April 2019 will be entered for a chance to win the $50 prize drawing.

Promote the Challenge at Your Location

Color Me a New Commute Challenge - $50 Prize Drawing

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Fri, 01 Mar 2019 16:23:22 GMT

Color Me a New Commute Challenge - $50 Prize Drawing

Register for eCommuter.org

Get Online Commuter Tools

Our private-member based system, eCommuter , empowers Neponset Valley TMA (NVTMA) members with the tools to find their best commute. Registrants get matched with others who have similar commutes to find carpool and vanpool partners, get customized trip planning for public transit and bike routes, join the Emergency Ride Home program, and track different commutes for total fuel, cost, and emissions savings.

START GREEN COMMUTING TODAY!

If your workplace or residential complex is a NVTMA member, register for eCommuter.org online to get the tools for green commuting. Plus when you register before March 31, 2019, you'll automatically be entered for a chance to win a $50 American Express gift card drawing (new & existing registrations are eligible).

Here's how to Register

Visit eCommuter.org
Click the purple REGISTER button at the top right of the screen.
Complete the registration form. For the "Member Name or Address" field, start typing your company or residential organization and choose from the dropdown list.
After you click Submit, an activation email will be sent to the email you used to register.
Click the URL link in the email message to set up your password.
One lucky participant will win the $50 American Express gift card in a drawing at the end of March 2019.

Promote the Challenge at Your Location

Join the Commuter Challenge

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Fri, 01 Feb 2019 16:33:46 GMT

Join the Commuter Challenge

Register for eCommuter.org

Get Online Commuter Tools

Our private-member based system, eCommuter , empowers Neponset Valley TMA (NVTMA) members with the tools to find their best commute. Registrants get matched with others who have similar commutes to find carpool and vanpool partners, get customized trip planning for public transit and bike routes, can opt-in for the Emergency Ride Home program, record and track different commutes for total fuel, cost, and emissions savings.

START GREEN COMMUTING TODAY!

If your workplace or residential complex is a NVTMA member, register for eCommuter.or g online to get the tools for green commuting. Plus when you register before February 28, 2019, you'll automatically be entered for a chance to win a $50 American Express gift card drawing (new & existing registrations are eligible).

Here's how to Register

Visit eCommuter.org
Click the purple REGISTER button at the top right of the screen.
Complete the registration form. For the "Member Name or Address" field, start typing your company or residential organization and choose from the dropdown list.
After you click Submit, an activation email will be sent to the email you used to register.
Click the URL link in the email message to set up your password.
One lucky participant will win the $50 American Express gift card in a drawing at the end of February 2019.

Promote the Challenge at Your Location

New Year, New Commute, New You! - Register today for a $50 Prize Drawing

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Tue, 01 Jan 2019 16:43:08 GMT

New Year, New Commute, New You! - Register today for a $50 Prize Drawing

Start the New Year with a New Commute

Think of all the things you could do if you weren't driving—meal planning, reading, getting a jumpstart of the workday. The less you drive also means more money for other things like dinners out, gym memberships, and vacations. Commuters who share the ride to work in any mode other than driving alone—like a carpool/vanpool, bike, walk, train, etc. can use the time spent on their daily commute to help achieve other New Years Resolutions.

Find your personalized commute options and get matched with carpool partners online at eCommuter.org . Getting started is easy, find out how below.

Register Today for eCommuter

eCommuter is Neponset Valley TMA's online commuter tool. Commuters of NVTMA members register for free and enjoy the benefits of this robust resource.

Find carpool partners by getting matched with others who have similar schedules and routes ( Commute Match tab , after login).
Record your commutes and track your emissions and cost savings ( Commute Calendar tab, after login).
Calculate your specific commute costs and see how much switching to a different commute mode could save you ( Commute Calculator ).

Plus, eCommuter Registrations will be Entered into a $50 Prize Drawing

New and existing eCommuter registrations will be entered for a chance to win a $50 American Express gift card. But hurry, prize drawing ends January 31, 2019.

How to get started:

Follow the steps for the online registration.

After clicking the activation link which will be emailed to you, login to eCommuter.org .

Once logged in, click on the tabs at the top of the page to explore the commuter tools and programs.

One lucky participant will win the $50 American Express gift card prize drawing at the end of January 2019.

TMA Members:

Download the flyer to promote this Commuter Challenge at your location. Not a member? Don't worry, email us at Director@NeponsetValleyTMA.org to learn about incentives like this and all the benefits a TMA membership has to offer.

Always Get Home for the Holidays with ERH

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Sat, 01 Dec 2018 16:52:18 GMT

Always Get Home for the Holidays with ERH

With Emergency Ride Home, You'll Always Have a Ride

The Emergency Ride Home (ERH) program provides peace of mind for NVTMA commuters who choose to carpool, vanpool, walk, bike, or use public transportation to get to work. In the event of an emergency, transportation is provided by Lyft™, taxi or rental car – usually within thirty minutes — and at no cost to the participant.

Register Today for Emergency Ride Home so it is there if you ever need it!

Participants must register in advance to take advantage of this great benefit. Details on how to use the program can be found online after registration is completed. See here for a list of ERH Program Guidelines .

Plus, ERH participants will be Entered into a $50 Prize Drawing

New and existing ERH registrations will be entered for a chance to win a $50 Wegmans gift card. But hurry, prize drawing ends December 31, 2018.

How to get started:

Register online at eCommuter.org/emergency-ride-home .
Follow the steps for the online registration.
After clicking the activation link which will be emailed to you, login to eCommuter.org .
Once logged in, click on the "ERH" tab at the top to register for the program and download the information packet.
One lucky participant will win the $50 Wegmans gift card prize drawing at the end of December 2018.

TMA Members:

"Leaf" Your Car at Home Worry-Free

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 16:57:42 GMT

"Leaf" Your Car at Home Worry-Free

With Emergency Ride Home, You'll Always Have a Ride

Register Today for Emergency Ride Home so it is there if you ever need it!

Plus, ERH participants will be Entered into a $50 Prize Drawing

New and existing ERH registrations will be entered for a chance to win a $50 Whole Foods gift card. But hurry, prize drawing ends November 30, 2018.

How to get started:

Register online at eCommuter.org/emergency-ride-home .
Follow the steps for the online registration.
After clicking the activation link which will be emailed to you, login to eCommuter.org .
Once logged in, click on the "ERH" tab at the top to register for the program and download the information packet.
One lucky participant will win the $50 Wegmans gift card prize drawing at the end of December 2018.

TMA Members:

October is National Rideshare Month

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Mon, 01 Oct 2018 17:03:36 GMT

October is National Rideshare Month

Record Your Green Commutes Online to Enter a $50 Prize Drawing.

Log your carpool, vanpool, bike, walk, and transit miles on Bay State Commute. For every green commute recorded in your Bay State Commute Trip Calendar this October, you’ll earn another chance to win our Rideshare Challenge and $50 gift card drawing. But hurry, challenge ends October 31, 2018.

Get Started Today

Join or sign in online BayStateCommute.com/NeponsetValleyTMA .
Record your green trips—telecommute from home, bike to a friend's house, take transit, or carpool with other Bay State Commute members. Just don't drive by yourself.
One lucky participant will win the $50 AMEX gift card prize drawing at the end of October 2018.

TMA Members:

Get TMA Rewards

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Tue, 04 Sep 2018 17:15:12 GMT

Get TMA Rewards

New TMA Rewards Program

Neponset Valley TMA wants to reward YOU for commuting green. If you currently drive alone, the Neponset Valley TMA will pay you $50 to leave your car at home and try a more sustainable commute mode (carpooling, biking, walking, or taking public transit).

How does it work?

Carpool, vanpool, bike, walk, and/or take public transit at least two days per-week for eight consecutive weeks.
Record your green trips online at BayStateCommute.com/NeponsetValleyTMA
Email your completion form to Director@NeponsetValleyTMA.org
COLLECT YOUR $50 REWARD
For more information, visit our TMA Rewards page: https://neponsetvalleytma.org/Rewards

Why Should I Commute Green?

SAVE MONEY. Besides winning our prize, there are many ways in which a green commute can benefit you. Driving alone to work can cost commuters an average of $7,424 a year. By carpooling just twice a week, that cost is reduced to $5,938. If you carpool every day, your commute costs drop to just $3,712 a year. Imagine what you can do with all that extra cash!

HEALTHY CHOICE. Aside from saving money, active commuting options, like walking or biking, can also improve your health. Regular exercise has many well-known benefits, such as reducing the risk of heart disease and obesity, and can also reduce stress levels.

GET MORE TIME. Taking public transit is another great way to commute green. Avoid traffic jams and use your commute time YOUR way. You could read, listen to music, or get a head start on the days work by taking any of the region’s many public transit options.

Get Started Today!

All of these choices will save you money and reduce your carbon footprint, so what are you waiting for? Start earning your way to TMA Rewards and green commute today! Record your green trips online at BayStateCommute.com/NeponsetValleyTMA

Fall Commuter Challenge - $50 Prize Drawing

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Sat, 01 Sep 2018 17:21:35 GMT

Fall Commuter Challenge - $50 Prize Drawing

Fall Into A Green Commute

As the leaves turn from green to gold, turn your commute green for chances to win! Record your carpool, vanpool, train, bike, walk, and public transit trips on Bay State Commute for entries into our Fall Commuter Challenge. We're offering green commuters a chance to win a $50 AMEX gift card for their September commutes. Last day to record your trips & enter is September 30, 2018.

Get Started Today

Join or Sign in at BayStateCommute.com/NeponsetValleyTMA
Record your green trips—telecommute from home, bike to a friend's house, take transit, or carpool with other Bay State Commute members. Just don't drive by yourself.
One lucky participant will win the $50 AMEX gift card prize drawing at the end of September 2018.

TMA Members:

Download the flyer to promote the September commuter challenge at your location. Not a member? Don't worry, email us at Director@NeponsetValleyTMA.org to learn about incentives like this and all the benefits a TMA membership has to offer.

Mastering the Art of the Tranquil Commute

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Mon, 16 Jul 2018 17:34:42 GMT

Mastering the Art of the Tranquil Commute

It’s a well-known fact that commuting to work each day causes stress and anxiety and that it can take a psychological toll on individuals. Psychology Today reports that it’s partly because of its “unpredictability and a sense of loss of control.”

But does it have to be that way? Even though commuting times are increasing and traffic is getting worse, is there a way to take back control and bring some balance to time spent getting to and from work? Can you find your inner peace while driving in bumper to bumper traffic? While pressed up close to your seatmates on the train? Listening to your carpool partner talk for an hour about the floral arrangements at her upcoming wedding? The answer may just be in changing your habits and your mindset.

Try Transit

A study conducted at the University of Anglia looked at survey data from 18,000 commuters and their findings were that those who commuted by transit were happier. They believe that this is because driving is a “non-passive travel mode” meaning that drivers have to be constantly on alert and paying attention and that this can be “boring, isolating, and stressful.” By comparison “active travelers,” such as those who use transit, were happier and weighed less. This can be attributed to that fact that most transit riders walk for at least part of their trip. The researchers concluded that this appeared to “cheer people up.”

Consider Practicing Mindfulness

Mindfulness is a mental state that promotes a focused awareness on the present moment and on the thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations that are happening in that moment. It has become incredibly popular. The Harvard Gazette recently published an article touting the benefits of mindfulness saying that there is “a growing body of research showing that it reduces stress and anxiety, improves attention and memory, and promotes self-regulation and empathy.” Combining mindfulness with meditation can yield many benefits as well. The practice involves sitting comfortably, regulating your breathing and, focusing your attention in a way that isn’t expectant on a particular outcome. Practicing mindfulness and or meditation before and after work or even during the day may help to calm your thoughts and help you manage the negative impacts of your commute.

Plan Ahead

Most experts agree that planning ahead can help to reduce your stress level, much of which comes from feelings of anxiety or pressure. Commuting can often be unpredictable and that leads to getting stressed. While no one can see a major traffic incident or transit delay coming, you can try to make sure that you have enough time built in to your schedule to arrive at work without feeling totally frazzled. This could mean negotiating flexible work hours so you can commute around peak traffic. It could also involve some days spent teleworking from home and avoiding the commute altogether if your company allows it.

Get Enough Sleep and Eat Right

Nothing zaps the zen out of your commute faster than feeling tired and having low energy. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that between 2011 and 2015 there were a total of 4,121 crashes related to drowsy driving and it is strongly believed that this number is seriously underreported and so is likely considerably higher. If you are driving, then don’t put yourself and other drivers at risk. Check out our earlier blog post for tips on getting better sleep . You can help yourself to be alert and at your best by starting with any number of healthy foods to get you going in the morning including things like oatmeal, egg whites, yogurt, and fresh fruit. New research even indicates that coffee is beneficial and may even help you live longer so go ahead and enjoy that cup before you head out.

Share Your #CalmCommute Story

Things like listening to music, podcasts, or audiobooks are often good ways to refocus your energy on something positive that you enjoy while you are commuting. How do you find your commuting nirvana? Share your story on social media with #calmcommute and we will publish the best ideas.

This blog post originally appeared on the TransAction Associates blog, Driven, and was reprinted with permission [source: http://transactionassoc.com/mastering-the-art-of-the-tranquil-commute/ ].

Commute Green for the Summer - $100 Prize Drawing

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Fri, 01 Jun 2018 11:40:35 GMT

Commute Green for the Summer - $100 Prize Drawing

Commute green for the Summer!

Record your carpool, vanpool, train, bike, walk, and public transit trips on Bay State Commute for entries into our Summer Challenge. We're offering green commuters a chance to win a $100 AMEX gift card for their summer commutes. Last day to record your trips & enter is August 31, 2018.

Get Started Today

Join or Sign in at BayStateCommute.com/NeponsetValleyTMA
Record your green trips—telecommute from home, bike to a friend's house, take transit, or carpool with other Bay State Commute members. Just don't drive by yourself.
One lucky participant will win the $100 AMEX gift card prize drawing at the end of August 2018.

TMA Members:

Download the flye r to promote the Summer commuter challenge at your location. Not a member? Don't worry, email us at Director@NeponsetValleyTMA.or g to learn about incentives like this and all the benefits a TMA membership has to offer.

NVMTA Launches the Suburban Mobility Working Group

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Wed, 30 May 2018 11:56:46 GMT

NVMTA Launches the Suburban Mobility Working Group

In keeping with our mission to reduce traffic and provide more transportation options for our members, the Neponset Valley TMA has helped to launch the Suburban Mobility Working Group (SMWG) . First beginning as part of roundtable discussions from our Transportation Gaps and Unmet Needs Forum held at Gillette Stadium this past spring, it became quickly apparent there was a need for concentrated attention and championing of innovative commuting options for the suburban areas of Canton, Dedham, Foxboro, Norwood, and Westwood, MA. SMWG is now fully underway and looking for interested participants to join our efforts.

A Successful First Meeting

On May 30, 2018 we kicked-off the official start of our group and conducted our first SMWG meeting at Foxboro Town Hall . We expanded on the original roundtable discussions from the Bridging Transportation Gaps Forum about business and community mobility gaps and unmet needs of our region. Participants outlined essential elements of a group mission statement as well as developed a target list of upcoming transportation projects in our area. Subsequent meetings will determine the priority of our project list and designate project leaders with actionable attention to improved economic development and social inclusion in our area's transportation efforts.

Improving Your Transportation Options

Some of our current projects include the Foxborough Commuter Rail Pilot , expanding Reverse Commute options, and affordability of service for low-income populations. SMWG will collaborate on tackling infrastructure and a broad array of transportation challenges facing suburban communities. The group will formulate recommendations for improvements to state and local transportation agencies.

All Are Welcome

SMWG is comprised of individuals passionate about making transportation available to everyone everywhere. Our current group includes representatives from local municipalities, social service agencies, Councils on Aging, the business community, and regional transportation service providers. It is only by working together and pooling our resources can we bring focus to transportation initiatives in our area and illicit real changes.

Join Our Next Meeitng

Wednesday, June 20, 8:30 a.m. – 10 a.m.

Foxborough Town Hall

40 South St # 1

Foxborough, MA 02035

Email director@neponsetvalleytma.org and RSVP today!

Join the #MCBC2018

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Tue, 01 May 2018 12:02:27 GMT

Join the #MCBC2018

Are you UP for the Challenge?

Bay State Bike Week is May 12-20

Register Online Today!

http://masscommutebicyclechallenge.org/

MBTA working on commuter rail line Saturday. Expect noise and shuttle buses.

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Wed, 11 Apr 2018 12:10:17 GMT

MBTA working on commuter rail line Saturday. Expect noise and shuttle buses.

High noise levels expected 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 14, as drilling and other work commences.

An MBTA project on the Franklin Commuter Rail Line April 14 will include rock drilling and other work in the agency's right-of-way, causing high noise levels in the area from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 14. The project area spans Dedham, Norwood, and Walpole--between Readville and Plimptonville stations.

MassDOT and the MBTA are undertaking federally mandated positive train control (PTC) infrastructure installation, which will improve safety by reducing train collisions and derailments. Due to the equipment necessary to perform this work, high noise levels can be expected in the project area. See more information about the PTC project.

According the the MBTA website, "Weekend train service on the Franklin Line will be replaced by ADA accessible shuttle buses, making all regularly scheduled stops, between Forge Park/495 and Readville stations from April 7 through May 27. The project work will require weekend shutdowns on the line between Forge Park/495 and Readville, where passengers will connect to train service. Shuttle buses will be free and passengers will pay for train service from Readville to Boston."

This post was originally posted on the Town of Dedham News List at 04/11/2018 11:34 am and was reprinted with permission [ source: http://www.dedham-ma.gov/Home/Components/News/News/2303/16 ].

This Earth Day, Commute Another Way!

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Sun, 01 Apr 2018 12:20:21 GMT

This Earth Day, Commute Another Way!

In celebration of Earth Day, do something good for the Earth (and your wallet) by commuting green—try carpooling, join a vanpool, or take public transit.

Plus, when you record your green trips online at BayStateCommute.com/NeponsetValleyTMA you'll automatically get entered into a prizing drawing for $50 to Amazon. Last day to record your trips & enter is April 30, 2018.

Get Started Today

Join or Sign in at BayStateCommute.com/NeponsetValleyTMA
Record your green trips—telecommute from home, bike to a friend's house, take transit, or carpool with other Bay State Commute members. Just don't drive by yourself.
One lucky participant will win the $50 Amazon gift card prize drawing at the end of the month.

TMA Members:

Download the flyer to promote this month's commuter challenge at your location. Not a member? Don't worry, email us at Director@NeponsetValleyTMA.org to learn about incentives like this and all the benefits a TMA membership has to offer.

Commute Green for Spring

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Thu, 01 Mar 2018 12:26:55 GMT

Commute Green for Spring

We make it easy to commute green!

"Insure" your green commutes by registering for our no-cost-to-you Emergency Ride Home (ERH) progra m. You'll get guaranteed transportation via Lyft, taxi, or Enterprise Rent-A-Car for qualified emergencies.

Plus all during the month of March, new and existing ERH registrations will be entered into a $50 AMEX gift card drawing. Last day to register & enter is March 31, 2018.

Get Started Today

Register or Login eCommuter.org/emergency-ride-home/
Enter/update your information under the ERH tab
One lucky ERH registrant will win the $50 AMEX prize drawing at the end of the month

TMA Members:

Download the flyer to promote this month's commuter challenge at your location. Not a member? Don't worry, email us at Director@NeponsetValleyTMA.org to learn about incentives like this and all the benefits a TMA membership has to offer.

Join Our February Commuter Olympics Challenge

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Thu, 01 Feb 2018 12:33:00 GMT

Join Our February Commuter Olympics Challenge

Here's How

Join or Login to BayStateCommute.com/NeponsetValleyTMA

Record your green trip miles on Bay State Commute

Top Three Commuters with the most green trips recorded at the end of February 2018 will win Gold, Silver, and Bronze prizes

Did you know?

Sustainable commuters are eligible to join our Emergency Ride Home program.

Should you ever need to use it, register today so you are covered!

Learn More

Join Our January Commuter Challenge

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Mon, 01 Jan 2018 12:38:57 GMT

Join Our January Commuter Challenge

January Commuter Challenge

Enter to Win a $50 Wegmans Gift Card

We reward sustainable commuters!

Here is how to enter for chances to win:

• Sign up at BayStateCommute.com/NeponsetValleyTMA

• Log your commute miles on Bay State Commute

Did you know?

Sustainable commuters are eligible to join our Emergency Ride Home program.

Should you ever need to use it, register today so you are covered!

Learn More

Join Our December Commuter Challenge

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Fri, 01 Dec 2017 12:44:21 GMT

Join Our December Commuter Challenge

December Commuter Challenge

Enter to Win a $50 Target Gift Card

We reward sustainable commuters!

Here is how to enter for chances to win:

•Sign up at NuRide.com/NeponsetValleyTMA

• Log your commute miles on NuRide

Did you know?

Sustainable commuters are eligible to join our Emergency Ride Home program.

Should you ever need to use it, register today so you are covered!

Learn More

Join Our November Commuter Challenge

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Wed, 01 Nov 2017 12:50:10 GMT

November Commuter Challenge

Enter to Win a $50 Whole Foods Gift Card

We reward sustainable commuters!

Here is how to enter for chances to win:

• Sign up at NuRide.com/NeponsetValleyTMA

• Log your commute miles on NuRide

Did you know?

Sustainable commuters are eligible to join our Emergency Ride Home program.

Should you ever need to use it, register today so you are covered!

Learn More

Join Our October Commuter Challenge

admin@devobal.com (DevObal Admin) — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 12:56:21 GMT

October Commuter Challenge

Enter to Win a $50 Whole Foods Gift Card

We reward sustainable commuters!

Here is how to enter for chances to win:

• Log your commute miles on NuRide

Did you know?

Sustainable commuters are eligible to join our Emergency Ride Home program.

Should you ever need to use it, register today so you are covered!

Learn More

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Driving Change: 5 Strategies to Help Your Employees Transform Their Commute

Combat Climate Change with Carpooling

Take Transit

Try a Vanpool

Get Health Benefits with Active Commuting

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Lend Support

Winter Car Maintenance and Safety Tips with Luis

Winter Car Maintenance and Safety Tips with Luis

1. What to pack in your car to be prepared ﻿

2. Clearing snow and ice off your vehicle

3. Winter tire maintenance

4. What to do before turning off your vehicle

5. Winter safe driving tips

6. Gaining traction when you're stuck in the snow

2023 Car-Free Day Was a Huge Success!

Preferential Carpool Parking, It’s not an Incentive—Unless It’s an Incentive

The 5 P’s of a Preferred Parking Program

Patrolling

Process

Placement

Partners

Programs

Getting Started is Easy with NVTMA!

Celebrate Rideshare Month in October

What is rideshare month?

Why rideshare?

How does ridesharing help businesses?

Celebrating National Rideshare Month

The Neponset Valley TMA provides comprehensive commuter services programs for Rideshare Month and beyond that deliver low-cost, high-impact results.

5 Timely Tips for Telecommuting

5 Timely Tips for Telecommuting

1. Assess your technology and available resources.

2. Carve out a comfortable workspace.

3. Establish a consistent workday routine.

4. Just “to do” it.

5. Are you IN or OUT?

Find A Commute Match You'll Love

Search for Carpool & Bike Partners Online Today!

Let's Find a Match

Search with Commute Match

Customized to You

October is National Rideshare Month! Join the NVTMA Commuter Challenge

Share the ride in a carpool, vanpool, on a bus, private shuttle, or train.

Join the NVTMA Rideshare Commuter Challenge

We're Here to Help

Commute Back to School & Work and Join the NVTMA Rewards Program

It Pays to Switch from Driving Alone This Back to School & Work Season

How It Works

FAQs About the Rewards Program

Redeem Your Reward Online

Neponset Valley TMA Hosts MassDOT Listening Session for Local Businesses

Neponset Valley TMA Hosts MassDOT Listening Session for Local Businesses

Make a Splash With Your Next Commute

Record Your Green Trips for Chances to Win a $50 Prize

Get Started Today Online at eCommuter.org

Ride the wave of savings when you carpool, use transit, bike, or walk to work!

Recording A Trip

Promote the Challenge at Your Location

Join the #MCBC2019

Join #MCBC2019

Are you UP for the Challenge?

Bay State Bike Week is May 11-19

Use Your Work Email & Register Online Today!

Log Your Commute Challenge - $50 Prize

Log Your Commute Challenge - $50 Prize

Record Your Trips Today!

Visit eCommuter.org

Logging Your Commute Challenge

Recording A Trip

Promote the Challenge at Your Location

Color Me a New Commute Challenge - $50 Prize Drawing

Color Me a New Commute Challenge - $50 Prize Drawing

Register for eCommuter.org

Get Online Commuter Tools

START GREEN COMMUTING TODAY!

Here's how to Register

Promote the Challenge at Your Location

Join the Commuter Challenge

Combat Climate Change
with Carpooling

Get Health Benefits
with Active Commuting

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