Oregon DEQ: Commute Options

Employee Commute Options Compliance and Transit
DEQ ECO Compliance Help 503-229-6154 or by email	ECO rule interpretation and assistance Survey and plan assistance Referral to resources
TriMet Employer Programs 503-962-6470 or by email	Transit pass plans for employers, students ECO planning assistance Surveys and survey processing Information about pre-tax payroll deduction Employees transportation coordinator training
C-TRAN 360-695-0123 or 503-238-8054	Public transit Vancouver/Portland Metro area Trip planning assistance
Transportation Management Associations
Gresham Regional Center TMA 503-665-1131 or by email	ECO compliance assistance Designing programs for alternative transportation
LLoyd TMA (North & Northeast Portland ) 503-236-6441 or by email	ECO compliance assistance Promotes economic vitality of the Lloyd District through efficient transportation systems and land use patterns Comprehensive strategies to help employers maximize transportation choices
SMART (Wilsonville) 503-682-4523 or by email	Transportation demand management services Information center Monthly meetings with employers
South Waterfront TMA (Portland) 503-972-2830 or by email	Extension of South Waterfront Community Relations Promote economic vitality of S. Waterfront District through residential and business-supported programs promoting efficient, balanced transportation systems Provide effective transportation programming and services Advocacy at local, regional, and state level on behalf of South Waterfront District
Swan Island TMA 503-745-6563 or by email	Improving transit service, including Swan Island Evening Shuttle operated by RAZ Encourage area employers to offer free transit and parking Vanpools to Clark County Better bike/walk access throughout Swan Island industrial area Rideshare projects Carpool preferential parking at Freightliner
Westside Transportation Alliance (Washington Co.) 503-906-7961 or by email	ECO compliance assistance Implement workplace programs to reduce employee commute trips and increase economic vitality of Washington County Promotes career training for transportation coordinators
Federal Tax Benefits for Commuter Programs
Best Workplaces for Commuters	Federal tax benefit summary table Link to IRS website FAQ about federal commuter tax benefits Provide national recognition to employers offering outstanding commuter benefits Employers who meet BWC criteria usually meet most ECO requirements
Resources for Specific Strategies
Bicycle Transportation Alliance 503-226-0676	Brownbag workshops Newsletter Free bike repair clinics to members Bike parking assessment at worksite
DriveLess.Connect 503-813-7566	Rideshare and carpool matching How to videos for biking and walking safety and driving tips Trip-tracking diary and more Facebook and Twitter feeds
Metro VanPool 503-813-7566 or by email	Contact information and links to vanpool services Drive Less/Save More commuter Dispatch email service highlights ways to reduce drive-alone trips to the worksite Regional rideshare matching service
Zipcar 1-866-4zipcar (866-494-7227)	Membership based alternative to car ownership for individuals and businesses Immediate, self service access to a network of hybrids, vans, pickups, and all-wheel drive vehicles available by the hour or the day Business membership extends to employees for personal use
Regional Marketing and Related Resources
City of Portland Transportation Options 503-823-5490 or by email Getting around Portland Bicycle Hotline: 503-823-2925	Tools to make good choices when getting around Portland Cycling, walking and other alternatives to single occupancy vehicles Free walking and bike maps with route assistance Safety Information Bicycle rack installation and bike lockers Seasonal programs (guided walks and rides, clinics)
Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (City of Portland) 503-823-7000 or by email	Energy, biofuels, solid waste and recycling, food systems, solar, green building, sustainable city government and peak oil Assistance with alternative fueled vehicles and incentives to using alternative fuels
Coalition for a Livable Future 503-294-2889 or by email	Organizations working to protect, restore, and maintain sustainable communities of the greater metro region
Transportation Options Group of Oregon	Conferences, networking, education and advocacy
Northwest Earth Institute	EcoChallenge promoting positive behavior change around transportation and other practices that affect air quality Professional development and consulting for businesses and employees related to sustainability Educational guides and discussion courses to investigate issues related to sustainability
Oregon Environmental Council	Helps drivers take control of driving costs Promotes purchase of cleaner vehicles and fuels Educates Oregonians about the connection between driving and global warming

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