Can you believe tomorrow is already March? As we enter into the third month of the year, Spring is just around the corner, bringing with it warmer weather, cherry blossoms, and plenty of exciting events that you can take advantage of. Read here for a preview of some upcoming dates and programs that can be beneficial for your health as well as your commute!
This week is America Saves Week, a national campaign to encourage households to save and reduce debt. As the cost of driving continues to increase, households are finding it harder to save money for things such as a buying a house, going on a vacation, or adding to an emergency fund. However, switching to public transit, carpooling, biking, or walking can have a significant impact on your wallet by saving you thousands of dollars each year. Consider trying an alternative mode of transportation for your commute or daily trips and start saving today!
If you're struggling to find time to go to the gym or just can't stand exercising next to other people in a hot room, what are your options for getting in the recommended amount of daily exercise? Look no further than your commute! Two recent articles discuss studies that have shown that active transportation - i.e. walking or biking to work, a bus stop or train station, is a great way to get the physical activity you need to stay healthy. Check out this post to read more about how you can give up that gym membership but still maintain an active lifestyle!
Telework Week is March 4-8! If you company is considering implementing a telework policy or formalizing a current one, telework week is a great opportunity to test it out! With over 25% of workers in the region who telework, companies are becoming more aware of the benefits and advantages that a remote workforce can have. Read here for five reasons why your company should participate in this year's Telework Week!
In recent years, the demand for real-time technology and mobile apps has grown significantly, as customers and riders seek more information and convenience when planning their trips. A recent presentation at an Arlington County Commuter Services meeting highlighted these new features and the kind of transportation technology we can expect in future years. However, there are other factors involved in encouraging commuters to take transit, bike, or walk, and often takes more than just digital apps to overcome the various barriers to using sustainable transportation. Check out this post to read more about why personal interaction and the work we do is still relevant in a digital age.
ATP works with over 700 companies and over 300 residential properties in Arlington County to encourage alternative modes of transportation and to reduce the rate of driving alone among employees and residents. To read more about the many great benefits, incentives, and programs our clients offer, we encourage you to check out the Employer Client Highlights and Residential Client Highlights pages on our website. This month, we have three new clients that have done great things for their staff and residents - read about them today!
As a Midwestern transplant, one of my favorite commercials from Sunday's Super Bowl was the Dodge Ram commercial that celebrated farming, God Made a Farmer. The ad appropriately captured the essence of the hard working Americans who support our food production industry. My only problem with the commercial was that it was being used to sell a car. Thankfully, the good people at Next City saw an opportunity, to create a similarly earnest video.
February is National Heart Month! Exercise is one of the best ways to lower your risk of heart disease and other health problems, and you can easily incorporate it into your commute! Read here to learn about some easy and effective ways to get the recommended daily physical activity on your way to work or during the work day.
I feel a little guilty posting this on such a cold, blustery day - but I just returned from a trip to Costa Rica. My girlfriend and I went to escape the cold, and take a break from the rigors of work and graduate school. Still, as a transportation professional navigating a foreign country, I couldn’t help but take note of certain aspects of Costa Rican mobility. During our trip, we spent all of our time in small, mainly rural towns – a vast contrast to the busting urban environment in and around Arlington.
Did you know that three quarters of Arlington workers live outside of the county, and over 35% travel 20 or more miles to get to work? For commuters who live far away from urban transportation networks, the travel choices may seem limited. However, in the Arlington and DC region, there some great options that provide long-distance commuters with alternatives to driving alone. Read here to learn more about these options!
