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Greetings!
One of the things that we're sure is on your mind is the price of gas. Whether you drive a car with great MPG or are behind the wheel of a gas guzzler, right now we're all hurting when it comes to filling up our gas tanks. 
While the price of gas may be out of our control, one thing we can control is how much gas we use. By finding a better way to work - like carpooling, vanpooling, biking, walking, or riding the bus - you can avoid the pain at the pump. If you're already signed up to find a carpool/vanpool partner, check back in with us to receive an updated match list. Even if you did not have any matches when you first enrolled, we've increased our database, which means a better chance of finding your perfect match! If you're already using an alternative mode to get to work, here's your chance to be a hero (or a heroine)! Take a look around your office - do all of your co-workers know that they should be reThinking their commute, too? We encourage you to spread the word about what you're doing to save money on your commute and let people know that we're here to help! |
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Looking for a Bus in Brevard County? Just Google it!
 You can now plan your trip on Space Coast Area Transit online at Google Maps. When you use Google Maps to plan a trip in Brevard County, you can select to travel "By Public Transit" from the menu options. Your Google map will then come up with the bus route that works for your trip, including showing the route on your map, displaying upcoming departure times, transfer points, and return trip options.
"Being placed on Google Transit is a huge accomplishment for us. It required a lot of effort and planning, but the end result was certainly worth it," said Jim Liesenfelt, Director of Space Coast Area Transit. "Google Transit is the best trip planner available on the market; there's no charge to Space Coast Area Transit and there's no charge to the user. Customers can access our schedules from anywhere on their mobile devices," he said. The Google Transit link can also be accessed on RideSCAT.com, where printable maps and schedules for each route are also available. For personalized assistance in trip planning, contact Space Coast Area Transit at 321-633-1878. |
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Is Your Workplace a Healthy Workplace? Get Active Orlando is now accepting applications for the 2011 Healthy Workplaces Award. If your employer encourages a healthy, active lifestyle - including biking or walking to work - your worksite could be the winner!
The award is open to all organizations regardless of business size or sector, and acknowledges the best of the best for exceptional workplace practices. Last year, twenty-five organizations, companies, and government entities participated and were recognized as the inaugural "Healthiest Workplaces" in the Orlando area. For a list of all participants and winners, please click here. Applications are being accepted through April 30, 2011. For full contest information, please visit the Get Active Orlando website. |
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Safe Routes Set Future Path
Ever wonder if there's a program out there helping school-aged children reThink the way they get to school?
There is - and it's called Safe Routes to School. This program focuses on our mini-commuters and making it easier - and fun! - to walk or ride their bicycles to school.
The purposes of the Safe Routes to School Program are:
- To enable and encourage children, including those with disabilities, to walk and bicycle to school;
- To make bicycling and walking to school a safer and more appealing transportation alternative, thereby encouraging a healthy and active lifestyle from an early age; and
- To facilitate the planning, development, and implementation of projects and activities that will improve safety and reduce traffic, fuel consumption, and air pollution in the vicinity of schools.
A recent project in our District was to construct a sidewalk and install bike racks at Eustis Heights Elementary (check out the picture to the right).
For more information on this program, visit the Safe Routes to School website or send an email to Joan Carter, the FDOT District 5 Pedestrian/Bicycle Coordinator. |
Lots of News from LYNX! Interested in the downtown Orlando LYMMO? Wondering if it's heading your direction? Check out these upcoming public meetings on recent studies to expand the service ...
Do you work for or support a local non-profit organization? If so, check out LYNX' Public Service advertising competition. You still have a couple more days to apply, and if you win, your organization could win free advertising for a year ...
Starting on April 24, you will need a valid LYNX ID in order to benefit from the discounted fares offered to those who are 7-18 years old or 65 & over. You can get your first LYNX ID for free at LYNX Central Station. Check out their website or call (407) 841-5969, ext. 1 for more information ... |
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Heading out? Call 511 first!
 511 is a free service that you can call to find out about traffic congestion on roads you'll be travelling. You can also report traffic to help fellow commuters avoid tie-ups.
Here are some tips to using the service:
1) Speak Clearly and Avoid Background Noise
2) Skip the menu options by saying a City, County, or Roadway at any time (in English)
3) Spanish-speakers should press 2 to request Espaņol
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MetroPlan Orlando's Clean Air Award
Each year, MetroPlan Orlando's Clean Air Team awards a deserving business or organization in Orange, Osceola, or Seminole County the Clean Air Award. Judging is based on innovation and uniqueness, the direct or indirect effort to reduce emissions, providing a model for others to follow, and sustainability. The award is presented annually in May during Clean Air Month. Applications are now being accepted through April 1, 2011. Check out MetroPlan's website for more information. |
Join Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer in support of reducing our impact on the environment!
When: Friday, May 6, 2011 - Gather at 7:30 am, ride at 8am
Where: Meet at Infusion Tea, 1600 Edgewater Drive in College Park
Medals will be awarded for Group Competitions!
Bike bus and extended ride will be offered. Stay tuned for more information in our April newsletter! |
Votran Transit Development Plan (TDP) and Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan (TDSP) Public Workshops
Here's your chance to chime in on the future of transportation in Volusia County! Tuesday, March 29 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm at Votran, 950 Big Tree Road, South Daytona, FL 32119 OR Wednesday, March 30 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm at the Volusia County Government Building, 123 W. Indiana Avenue, DeLand, FL 32720 |
Have Questions About Your Commute?
We can be reached by phone toll-free at 1-866-610-RIDE (7433), Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Or you can send your questions to us via email!
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