Saturday, October 27, 2007

Commuter Choice

Long Island Transportation Management recommends its
Commuter Choice Program

Given the rapidly rise cost of fuel, this isn't a bad idea.

The Commuter Choice Program is a voluntary program designed to assist Long Island employers with the promotion of commute alternatives at their worksite.

Free Commuter Choice Program services include:

Assistance with carpool and vanpool formation

Enhancement of your company's current commuter transportation programs

Help with relocation issues, compressed work week schedules, telecommuting and flextime

Commuter Information Racks with site-specific transit and rideshare information

On-site Commuter Fairs for your employees
Notification of Air Quality Action Days

As an employer, there are a number of excellent reasons why you should participate in the Commuter Choice Program. They include:

Increased productivity
Enhanced ability to recruit and retain valued employees
Improved employee morale

Gaining status as a community leader by participating in the Commuter Choice Program

Reduced congestion in your parking lot

Improved air quality

More pleasant work environment due to less stressful commute

Increased flexibility for hours of operation with alternate work schedules

Cost savings associated with telecommuting

Retaining employees when relocating

Access to state funded grant monies
Tax benefits for you and your employees: Employers can save on payroll related taxes and employees can save on federal income taxes

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