Winter 2013
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Connecting You With Transportation Choices   
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The Joys of Winter 

Winter has constantly been keeping us on our toes with spurts of cold and spring like conditions. Our commutes challenge us each morning with decisions like ice cleats, snow boots, cross country skis or puddle jumpers? As gas prices fall and rise we challenge ourselves to find more affordable and sustainable ways to travel.

Keep up the great efforts with spring possibly right around the corner.  

Events, Resources & Updates   

CATMA Fall 2012 Employee Transportation Survey 
Thank you to all employees who participated in our Fall 2012 Survey.  We're pleased with the response, the positive mode trends and hundreds of constructive feedback we received. Your input helps us plan and improve transportation, mobility, parking and land use matters. View our website for this year's survey drawing winners who won $10 gift cards to Phoenix Bookstore and Papa Franks.

CCTA Jeffersonville-Burlington Commuter Bus Route Plans
Starting in 2013, residents of Cambridge, Jeffersonville, Underhill and Jericho could have a new way of getting to Burlington - A CCTA Commuter route- click here to read the Burlington Free Press article. CCTA will begin holding public meetings - First meeting set for Tuesday February 19 at 6:30pm at the Underhill Town Hall.

Chittenden County ECOS Plan 1st Public Hearing 3/20/13 
The ECOS project is both a process and a plan for managing sustainable growth in Chittenden County. By working across sectors (water, food, energy, transportation, education, housing, health, social connectedness and economic development) we are able to see the interconnectedness of our challenges and solve them together. Click here for details on hearing and plan.

CarShare Vermont Champlain College Campus vehicles get a new home, a new look, and a new name... 

CarShare Vermont has retired and replaced four vehicles this winter, including two at Champlain College. Introducing Penny, a silver 2013 Toyota Prius C in its new location at Skiff Hall Lot, and Blanch, a white 2013 Subaru Impreza hatchback now located at Cushing Hall Lot.
Champlain and UVM faculty/staff or students are eligible for a FREE membership through the Campus Program, click here!

Side-by-Side Router Compares Driving, Walking, Biking, and Transit 
Here's a great resource for route planning not only for driving but compares walking, biking and transit. Once you pick two end-points, the four modes' routes are drawn with different colors. Click here to read more at Mobility Lab. Try the Side-by-Side Router
Check it out...
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Food for YOUR Commute

Winter Walking and Biking Tips  

Winter walking and biking can be challenging. Here are a few helpful tips that might make things easier for you. Click here to view tips.

 

Safe Winter Driving: Good habits for bad weather 

Once again CATMA would like to remind you that VTRANS provides a resource for safe winter driving, click here to download their Safe Winter Driving brochure or visit 511VT.com for Vermont Travel Service Info.   

 

Winter Snow Ban/Parking Alerts 

The City of Burlington Police Dept offers alerts and advisories relative to transportation and community matters thru Nixle, including Snow Ban Alerts. Please click here to sign up.

 

Sugarbush Bus 

Free shuttle service to Sugarbush and Mad River Glen for all Champlain College and UVM students provided by Sugarbush Resort. Click here for more information. 

Follow @CATMA_VT on TWITTER OR Friend us on Facebook 

For the month of February and March follow CATMA on Twitter OR friend us on Facebook and you will be entered in a special drawing for a Penny Cluse gift certificate.  Go ahead follow us, you know you want to!

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Commuter Programs, Services & Incentives 

Employees at CATMA's member institutions, including CCRPC, are eligible to enroll in our commuter programs, services & incentives.  Click here for commute benefits your employer offers. 
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Bicycle Benefits
Bike/Walk Rewards Program
 

CCTA Bus/Transit Pass Discounts; Unlimited Access Program 

CarShare Vermont

Confidential Carpool Matching Service

Emergency Ride Home Program

RidesWork Bulletin Board 

 

Benefits of alternative commuting:  Reduce stress, save on commute costs, consistent travel times and routes, decreased personal vehicle maintenance and wear/tear, part-time travel options, improve air quality and decrease road construction costs.

CATMA Founding Members: Champlain College, Fletcher Allen,  

University of Vermont 

 

CATMA Associate Members: CCRPC 

 

Employer Partnerships: American Red Cross, City of Burlington,
State of Vermont (downtown district)
 

 

CATMA was formed in 1992 to enable its members to share resources as well as jointly plan, develop and manage all transportation and parking programs, infrastructure and associated facilities.  Contact CATMA at 802-656-RIDE (-7433) for information on alternative commuting options, resources or land use matters.   

 

Sincerely,BWC

 

Sandy, Katie and Janet 

CATMA