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TCA meetings are a great venue to hear about current events happening at Valley Metro, our member cities and partners, and how they can impact your Trip Reduction Program. We encourage you to attend and network with other Transportation Coordinators in your area.

Locations & addresses:

SW Valley: Advantage logistics sW 5305 W. Buckeye Rd., Ste. A, Phoenix, 85043 NE Valley: inG 7337 E. Doubletree Ranch, Scottsdale, 85258 NW Valley: u.s. bureau of reclamation 6150 W. Thunderbird, Glendale, 85306 SE Valley: Desert botanical Garden 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, 85008 Central City: phoenix Art museum 1625 N. Central, Phoenix, 85012 (Wolfswinkel Education Center Board Room)

MONTH SW VALLEY NE VALLEY NW VALLEY SE VALLEY CENTRAL CITY WEBINAR

september No meeting No meeting No meeting No meeting No meeting 9/25

october 10/9Grand Canyon Rm.

10/8 10/16Whiteman Conf. Rm.

10/17 10/22 10/23

november No meeting No meeting No meeting No meeting No meeting 11/20

december No meeting No meeting No meeting No meeting No meeting 12/18

NEW TO THE TRIP REDUCTION PROGRAM?valley metro offers a free interactive workshop for new transportation coordinators (tcs) each month. the class is designed to provide an overview of the trip reduction program and explain your role as the tc. Attendees will receive a comprehensive training manual.

registration is required. to register, or if you have questions, please contact Jeff reid at 602.523.6074 or jreid@valleymetro.org.

The blue sky view newsletter is a

publication of Valley Metro and is

available online at valleymetro.org.

valleymetro.org

602.262.RIDE (7433)

TTY: 602.251.2039

Become a fan of Valley Metro on Facebook.

Travel with us on Twitter.

transportation coordinator association (tca) Meetings

Upcoming training classes: 9:00 am – 11:30 am

• Wednesday,August14 • Tuesday,September10 • Wednesday,October16 • Wednesday,November13 • TherewillbenoTRP trainingclassinDecember

Location: 101 n. 1st Avenue phoenix, AZ 85003 13th floor, conference room

An All-day transit pass is availableuponrequestat no charge to registrants.

Parking: there is limited visitor parking available.Ifvisitorparkingisfull,youcanparkatthe21W.VanBurenparkinggarageandwalkoneblocksouth to 101 n. 1st Ave. parking at thesetwolocationswillbevalidatedif you do not opt for an All-day transit pass. Upon registration, a detailed map andinstructionswillbeemailedtoyou.

Meeting tiMes & Locations:• Meetingsareheldfrom

8:30 am – 10:00 am• Webinarsareheldfrom

10:00 am – 11:00 am approximately

octoberiS rideShare monTh

YOU

October is Rideshare Month, when Valley Metro encourages residents and commuters to use alternative modes of transportation, such as carpool and vanpool. Participants can save money, prevent pollution and reduce stress and traffic congestion.

Join in month-long activities. Register at sharetheride.com to find a carpool or vanpool, and track your commutes and enter to win great prizes. Pledge to try transit at your workplace and compete with Valley employers. Enjoy the many benefits of sharing the ride!

Every 49 miles driven equals one pound of pollution.

Average gas price in Arizona is $3.46 per gallon1, while the average fare per rider in a

Valley Metro vanpool is $102 per month.2

Auto insurance providers may offer discounts to customers who reduce

SOV (single occupant vehicle) trips.

Finding a carpool or vanpool at ShareTheride.com is fast,

easy, free and secure.

Transit is an affordable option with an All-Day pass that costs $4.00 and is

valid on local bus and light rail.

Save time and money when you buy your pass before boarding the bus or light rail. There are now more than 700 locations valley-wide where you can purchase your pass. For a complete list of retail locations, along with the types of passes available and store hours, visit valleymetro.org.

BUY YOUR TRANSIT PASS before you board and save

July 2013 Transit BookThe July 2013 Transit Book is available at many locations valley-wide and online at valleymetro.org. You may print routes and schedules you need anytime, while reducing paper waste.

valley metro retailers include:

fAre type pricelocal bus/linK/light rail1-Ride $2.00All-Day $4.00All-Day (buy on board) $6.007-Day $20.0015-Day $33.0031-Day $64.00express/rApiD1-Ride $3.25All-Day $6.50All-Day (buy on board) $8.5031-Day $104.00reduced local bus/linK/light rail1-Ride $1.00All-Day $2.00All-Day (buy on board) $3.007-Day $10.0015-Day $16.5031-Day $32.00corporate/businessPlatinum Pass Pay per ride

FARE CHART - now includes 15-Day and reduced pass

If you need assistance participating in Rideshare Month, contact your Commute Solutions representative at 602.262.riDe. 1 Phoenix Business Journal2 Based on average fare plus fuel of an 8-passenger van

TCA meeting and PHX Sky Train tour on May 3, 2013

Vanpool ProgramManager Commute Solutions Representative

Commute Solutions Representative

Commute Solutions Representative

Commute Solutions Representative

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ConGraTulaTionS to trp employers WHo reAcHeD tHeir 60% tArGetValley Metro and the Maricopa County Trip Reduction Program (TRP) would like to congratulate and recognize the TRP employers who have recently met or exceeded their drive-alone rate and/or miles-traveled goals at one or more worksites. Following is a list of the TRP employers who achieved the 60% floor:

Managing the Trip Reduction Program, rewarding participants and recruiting new ones is not an easy task. A successful program takes persistence, creativity and support. Just ask transportation coordinator, Darlene Stogner, of Bechtel.

Ms. Stogner currently has a mix of Alternative Mode Users (AMUs): 7 bus riders, 36 carpoolers, 18 vanpoolers and 3 walkers commuting to Bechtel’s Glendale office.

Although there are challenges for retaining and gaining new AMUs, Ms. Stogner explained “We have a sustainability program which includes several AMUs, so it is natural for them to promote the Trip Reduction Program and echo the message of sharing the ride. Word of mouth is the best source for getting information out.”

Ms. Stogner explained the current alternative modes being used. “Vanpool has been an effective alternative mode for many employees, some since 2002! Our east van travels 96 miles round trip and our Anthem van travels 39 miles round trip.

The average carpool travels 20 miles round trip and the bus riders travel an average of 30 miles round trip.”

Recently, Ms. Stogner held a trip reduction event and explained how the goals of the event were reached. “The goal of the event was to recognize 63 participants, or “stars”, for their ongoing commitment to reduce the carbon footprint. In addition, we have new employees joining us on a regular basis and this is another way of getting the information to them. We are always looking for new participants and this allows the opportunity to reach out and have questions answered.”

The event was successful with 135 employees stopping by, 13 expressed interest in carpool options and five who want to form a vanpool in the Surprise area.

Ms. Stogner credits the event’s success to great support from co-workers. ”It was time-consuming, but we accomplished our goal. My advice would be once you have your plan and ideas in place don’t change them, start early and ask for help.”

AAA-Az Operations Center dba CSAAABF Freight SystemsASU FoundationAmSafe AviationAmazon.com PHX 7Amkor Technology, Inc.Area Agency on Aging, Region One Inc.Arizona Tile LLCAvondale Elementary School District #44Bell LexusCable One Inc. (Park Central Suites)Chaparral Suites ResortCurtiss-Wright ControlsDBL Distributing, dba Ingram MicroDignity Health - DellDirtt EnvironmentalDoubletree Guest Suites HotelFlorida Career College, dba Anthem EducationGilbert Unified School District #41Graybar Electric Company, Inc.Harkins TheatresHydro Aluminum PhoenixIntegrated Medical ServicesInternational Cruise & Excursions, Inc.JX Nippon Mining & Metals, USALegends Furniture, Inc.

Leisure World Community Assoc.Medtronic Microelectronics CenterMercer Human Resource ConsultingMicroSemi - PhoenixMission Linen SupplyModern Industries, Inc.Old Dominion Freight LinesPower Ford North ScottsdaleRoman Catholic Church Diocese of PhxSCF ArizonaSHPS Inc., dba Carewise Health, Inc.SUMCO Southwest CorporationSaia Motor FreightSkyMallSound PackagingStantec Consulting, Inc.State Farm InsuranceStone Creek FurnitureSunrise Senior Living ChandlerSynergy Solutions, Inc.Taser InternationalTempe Mission Palms HotelTriumph Engines TempeUS Dept of Interior-Land Mgmt BLMWashington Elementary School District #6WorldatWork

Alaska Airlines, Inc.Alliance Defending FreedomAllied Tube & Conduit CorporationApria Healthcare Group, Inc.Arizona CardinalsArizona Country ClubArizona Federal Credit UnionArmorWorks, LLCATCAventuraAxway Inc.BMO Financial GroupBMW North ScottsdaleBaker Commodities Inc.Boeing Co.Bourgade Catholic High SchoolCH2M Hill, Inc.CIGNA HealthCare of ArizonaCRS Temporary HousingCardinal Health ChandlerCelerionCelgeneChubb & Son/Div of Federal InsuranceCorinthian Colleges dba Everest CollegeCourtesy ChevroletCrafco, Inc.Credit Union WestDesert Cove Nursing CenterDignity HealthEl Chorro LodgeEnvironmental Earthscapes The GroundskeeperExpress Scripts, Inc.Farmers/21st Century Ins.FedExFluke CorporationFood for the HungryGlendale Union High School Dist. #205Green Tree Servicing LLC.Hotel Palomar PhoenixInfusionsoftInstitute for Supply Management (ISM)International PaperKPHO TV 5/Meredith Corporation

MAY 2013:

ALTERNATIVE MODE USERS

(AMUs) ARE STARS!

darlene stogner transportation coordinator at bechtel

AAAABC NissanACSS / L3 CommunicationsADESA Phoenix Auto AuctionAMEC Earth & Environmental Inc.AP IndustrialAdvantage Logistics S.W.American Italian Pasta CompanyAmerican Refrigeration SuppliesAuto Safety HouseAvnet, Inc.Brent Berge’s Riverview ToyotaBriarwood Country Club, Inc.Brown & Brown ChevroletBrown & CaldwellCDW Direct, LLCCamelback Ford Lincoln MercuryCardinal Health - WarehouseChapman Bell Road ImportsChartis InsuranceCintas CorporationCity of AvondaleComfort Systems USA-SouthwestCommunity Church of JoyDeer Valley Unified School District #97Desert Highlands AssociationDi-Matrix Precision ManufacturingDibble & Associates Consulting Engr, Inc.Drug Enforcement Administration

APRIl 2013:Drug Plastics ClosuresEmpire Southwest LLCFender Musical InstrumentsFirst StudentFive Star Quality Care - Pueblo NorteFord Motor Credit National Recovery CenterFountain View Village, SLCFowler Elementary School District # 45Frito Lay, Inc.Gainey Ranch Golf ClubGestamp Solar SteelGovig & AssociatesHMS Host CorporationHenry Brown Buick, Pontiac, GMCHertzHome Depot Rapid Deployment Center (RDC)Kindred Hospital ArizonaPhoenix/ScottsdaleLaveen Elementary School District #59Liberty Buick, Inc.MTC Holdings, dba PortsAmericaMidFirstMurphy Elementary School Dist. #21Northstar Aerospace, Inc.Oldcastle Building EnvelopePAS Technologies, dba Treffers Precision

JUNE 2013:LabCorpLockheed MartinMatrix Medical NetworkMedPlast Inc.Mi Casa Nursing CenterMorgan StanleyNational Default ServicingCorporationNotre Dame PreparatoryOtto Bock Orthopedic Services, LLCP. F. Chang’s China Bistro, Inc.Paradigm PrecisionParker Hannifin Corp. Gas TurbinePeoria FordPepsiCo-GatoradePhilosophy Inc.PolymicroPortola PackagingPro’s Ranch MarketsQuicken LoansRuan TransportScottsdale Bible ChurchSeton Catholic Preparatory High SchoolSitewireSolterra at ChandlerSpringdale Village, Inc.Squire Sanders (US) LLPSt. Mary’s Catholic High SchoolTake Charge AmericaThe Boulders Resort & Golden Door SpaThe Endurance International GroupThe Gap-Western Fulfillment Center, dba Gap DirectThe Gardens of Sun CityThe Hillman GroupThe WigwamTroon Golf, LLC.UA College of Medicine-Phoenix, in Partnership ASUUS Air Force - Luke AFBUS Dept of Interior - Bureau of Indian AffairsUnited Dairymen of ArizonaUniversal Technical Institute, Inc.University of Advancing TechnologyYRCYoung Electric Sign CompanyZona Hotel & Suites Scottsdale

master of ceremonies – steve irvin, Anchor, Abc-15

Keynote speaker – Alec loorz, founder, imatter youth movement/Kids vs. Global Warming

the clean Air Awards honor the individuals and organizations who have made—and are still making—extraordinary efforts to create a brighter future for the valley’s residents and visitors.

the award’s honorees have significantly reduced air pollution and traffic congestion by supporting clean air programs and encouraging the use of alternative modes of transportation including riding transit, carpooling, biking, teleworking and more. please join valley metro, srp and other community leaders in recognizing their efforts.

email questions to cleanair@valleymetro.org or call 602.262.7433 (RIDE).

Presentation of Awards

Wednesday, October 30, 2013 11:30 am - 1:30 pmArizona Biltmore

Arizona biltmore ballroom2400 e. missouri, phoenix

The 26th Annual Clean Air Campaign Awards and luncheon

Valley Metro

Champions for Clean Air

Presented by

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ConGraTulaTionS to trp employers WHo reAcHeD tHeir 60% tArGetValley Metro and the Maricopa County Trip Reduction Program (TRP) would like to congratulate and recognize the TRP employers who have recently met or exceeded their drive-alone rate and/or miles-traveled goals at one or more worksites. Following is a list of the TRP employers who achieved the 60% floor:

Managing the Trip Reduction Program, rewarding participants and recruiting new ones is not an easy task. A successful program takes persistence, creativity and support. Just ask transportation coordinator, Darlene Stogner, of Bechtel.

Ms. Stogner currently has a mix of Alternative Mode Users (AMUs): 7 bus riders, 36 carpoolers, 18 vanpoolers and 3 walkers commuting to Bechtel’s Glendale office.

Although there are challenges for retaining and gaining new AMUs, Ms. Stogner explained “We have a sustainability program which includes several AMUs, so it is natural for them to promote the Trip Reduction Program and echo the message of sharing the ride. Word of mouth is the best source for getting information out.”

Ms. Stogner explained the current alternative modes being used. “Vanpool has been an effective alternative mode for many employees, some since 2002! Our east van travels 96 miles round trip and our Anthem van travels 39 miles round trip.

The average carpool travels 20 miles round trip and the bus riders travel an average of 30 miles round trip.”

Recently, Ms. Stogner held a trip reduction event and explained how the goals of the event were reached. “The goal of the event was to recognize 63 participants, or “stars”, for their ongoing commitment to reduce the carbon footprint. In addition, we have new employees joining us on a regular basis and this is another way of getting the information to them. We are always looking for new participants and this allows the opportunity to reach out and have questions answered.”

The event was successful with 135 employees stopping by, 13 expressed interest in carpool options and five who want to form a vanpool in the Surprise area.

Ms. Stogner credits the event’s success to great support from co-workers. ”It was time-consuming, but we accomplished our goal. My advice would be once you have your plan and ideas in place don’t change them, start early and ask for help.”

AAA-Az Operations Center dba CSAAABF Freight SystemsASU FoundationAmSafe AviationAmazon.com PHX 7Amkor Technology, Inc.Area Agency on Aging, Region One Inc.Arizona Tile LLCAvondale Elementary School District #44Bell LexusCable One Inc. (Park Central Suites)Chaparral Suites ResortCurtiss-Wright ControlsDBL Distributing, dba Ingram MicroDignity Health - DellDirtt EnvironmentalDoubletree Guest Suites HotelFlorida Career College, dba Anthem EducationGilbert Unified School District #41Graybar Electric Company, Inc.Harkins TheatresHydro Aluminum PhoenixIntegrated Medical ServicesInternational Cruise & Excursions, Inc.JX Nippon Mining & Metals, USALegends Furniture, Inc.

Leisure World Community Assoc.Medtronic Microelectronics CenterMercer Human Resource ConsultingMicroSemi - PhoenixMission Linen SupplyModern Industries, Inc.Old Dominion Freight LinesPower Ford North ScottsdaleRoman Catholic Church Diocese of PhxSCF ArizonaSHPS Inc., dba Carewise Health, Inc.SUMCO Southwest CorporationSaia Motor FreightSkyMallSound PackagingStantec Consulting, Inc.State Farm InsuranceStone Creek FurnitureSunrise Senior Living ChandlerSynergy Solutions, Inc.Taser InternationalTempe Mission Palms HotelTriumph Engines TempeUS Dept of Interior-Land Mgmt BLMWashington Elementary School District #6WorldatWork

Alaska Airlines, Inc.Alliance Defending FreedomAllied Tube & Conduit CorporationApria Healthcare Group, Inc.Arizona CardinalsArizona Country ClubArizona Federal Credit UnionArmorWorks, LLCATCAventuraAxway Inc.BMO Financial GroupBMW North ScottsdaleBaker Commodities Inc.Boeing Co.Bourgade Catholic High SchoolCH2M Hill, Inc.CIGNA HealthCare of ArizonaCRS Temporary HousingCardinal Health ChandlerCelerionCelgeneChubb & Son/Div of Federal InsuranceCorinthian Colleges dba Everest CollegeCourtesy ChevroletCrafco, Inc.Credit Union WestDesert Cove Nursing CenterDignity HealthEl Chorro LodgeEnvironmental Earthscapes The GroundskeeperExpress Scripts, Inc.Farmers/21st Century Ins.FedExFluke CorporationFood for the HungryGlendale Union High School Dist. #205Green Tree Servicing LLC.Hotel Palomar PhoenixInfusionsoftInstitute for Supply Management (ISM)International PaperKPHO TV 5/Meredith Corporation

MAY 2013:

ALTERNATIVE MODE USERS

(AMUs) ARE STARS!

darlene stogner transportation coordinator at bechtel

AAAABC NissanACSS / L3 CommunicationsADESA Phoenix Auto AuctionAMEC Earth & Environmental Inc.AP IndustrialAdvantage Logistics S.W.American Italian Pasta CompanyAmerican Refrigeration SuppliesAuto Safety HouseAvnet, Inc.Brent Berge’s Riverview ToyotaBriarwood Country Club, Inc.Brown & Brown ChevroletBrown & CaldwellCDW Direct, LLCCamelback Ford Lincoln MercuryCardinal Health - WarehouseChapman Bell Road ImportsChartis InsuranceCintas CorporationCity of AvondaleComfort Systems USA-SouthwestCommunity Church of JoyDeer Valley Unified School District #97Desert Highlands AssociationDi-Matrix Precision ManufacturingDibble & Associates Consulting Engr, Inc.Drug Enforcement Administration

APRIl 2013:Drug Plastics ClosuresEmpire Southwest LLCFender Musical InstrumentsFirst StudentFive Star Quality Care - Pueblo NorteFord Motor Credit National Recovery CenterFountain View Village, SLCFowler Elementary School District # 45Frito Lay, Inc.Gainey Ranch Golf ClubGestamp Solar SteelGovig & AssociatesHMS Host CorporationHenry Brown Buick, Pontiac, GMCHertzHome Depot Rapid Deployment Center (RDC)Kindred Hospital ArizonaPhoenix/ScottsdaleLaveen Elementary School District #59Liberty Buick, Inc.MTC Holdings, dba PortsAmericaMidFirstMurphy Elementary School Dist. #21Northstar Aerospace, Inc.Oldcastle Building EnvelopePAS Technologies, dba Treffers Precision

JUNE 2013:LabCorpLockheed MartinMatrix Medical NetworkMedPlast Inc.Mi Casa Nursing CenterMorgan StanleyNational Default ServicingCorporationNotre Dame PreparatoryOtto Bock Orthopedic Services, LLCP. F. Chang’s China Bistro, Inc.Paradigm PrecisionParker Hannifin Corp. Gas TurbinePeoria FordPepsiCo-GatoradePhilosophy Inc.PolymicroPortola PackagingPro’s Ranch MarketsQuicken LoansRuan TransportScottsdale Bible ChurchSeton Catholic Preparatory High SchoolSitewireSolterra at ChandlerSpringdale Village, Inc.Squire Sanders (US) LLPSt. Mary’s Catholic High SchoolTake Charge AmericaThe Boulders Resort & Golden Door SpaThe Endurance International GroupThe Gap-Western Fulfillment Center, dba Gap DirectThe Gardens of Sun CityThe Hillman GroupThe WigwamTroon Golf, LLC.UA College of Medicine-Phoenix, in Partnership ASUUS Air Force - Luke AFBUS Dept of Interior - Bureau of Indian AffairsUnited Dairymen of ArizonaUniversal Technical Institute, Inc.University of Advancing TechnologyYRCYoung Electric Sign CompanyZona Hotel & Suites Scottsdale

master of ceremonies – steve irvin, Anchor, Abc-15

Keynote speaker – Alec loorz, founder, imatter youth movement/Kids vs. Global Warming

the clean Air Awards honor the individuals and organizations who have made—and are still making—extraordinary efforts to create a brighter future for the valley’s residents and visitors.

the award’s honorees have significantly reduced air pollution and traffic congestion by supporting clean air programs and encouraging the use of alternative modes of transportation including riding transit, carpooling, biking, teleworking and more. please join valley metro, srp and other community leaders in recognizing their efforts.

email questions to cleanair@valleymetro.org or call 602.262.7433 (RIDE).

Presentation of Awards

Wednesday, October 30, 2013 11:30 am - 1:30 pmArizona Biltmore

Arizona biltmore ballroom2400 e. missouri, phoenix

The 26th Annual Clean Air Campaign Awards and luncheon

Valley Metro

Champions for Clean Air

Presented by

T h e b l u e S k y V i e wA p u b l i c A t i o n o f v A l l e y m e t r o c o m m u t e s o l u t i o n s Fall 2013

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TCA meetings are a great venue to hear about current events happening at Valley Metro, our member cities and partners, and how they can impact your Trip Reduction Program. We encourage you to attend and network with other Transportation Coordinators in your area.

Locations & addresses:

SW Valley: Advantage logistics sW 5305 W. Buckeye Rd., Ste. A, Phoenix, 85043 NE Valley: inG 7337 E. Doubletree Ranch, Scottsdale, 85258 NW Valley: u.s. bureau of reclamation 6150 W. Thunderbird, Glendale, 85306 SE Valley: Desert botanical Garden 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, 85008 Central City: phoenix Art museum 1625 N. Central, Phoenix, 85012 (Wolfswinkel Education Center Board Room)

MONTH SW VALLEY NE VALLEY NW VALLEY SE VALLEY CENTRAL CITY WEBINAR

september No meeting No meeting No meeting No meeting No meeting 9/25

october 10/9Grand Canyon Rm.

10/8 10/16Whiteman Conf. Rm.

10/17 10/22 10/23

november No meeting No meeting No meeting No meeting No meeting 11/20

december No meeting No meeting No meeting No meeting No meeting 12/18

NEW TO THE TRIP REDUCTION PROGRAM?valley metro offers a free interactive workshop for new transportation coordinators (tcs) each month. the class is designed to provide an overview of the trip reduction program and explain your role as the tc. Attendees will receive a comprehensive training manual.

registration is required. to register, or if you have questions, please contact Jeff reid at 602.523.6074 or jreid@valleymetro.org.

The blue sky view newsletter is a

publication of Valley Metro and is

available online at valleymetro.org.

valleymetro.org

602.262.RIDE (7433)

TTY: 602.251.2039

Become a fan of Valley Metro on Facebook.

Travel with us on Twitter.

transportation coordinator association (tca) Meetings

Upcoming training classes: 9:00 am – 11:30 am

• Wednesday,August14 • Tuesday,September10 • Wednesday,October16 • Wednesday,November13 • TherewillbenoTRP trainingclassinDecember

Location: 101 n. 1st Avenue phoenix, AZ 85003 13th floor, conference room

An All-day transit pass is availableuponrequestat no charge to registrants.

Parking: there is limited visitor parking available.Ifvisitorparkingisfull,youcanparkatthe21W.VanBurenparkinggarageandwalkoneblocksouth to 101 n. 1st Ave. parking at thesetwolocationswillbevalidatedif you do not opt for an All-day transit pass. Upon registration, a detailed map andinstructionswillbeemailedtoyou.

Meeting tiMes & Locations:• Meetingsareheldfrom

8:30 am – 10:00 am• Webinarsareheldfrom

10:00 am – 11:00 am approximately

octoberiS rideShare monTh

YOU

October is Rideshare Month, when Valley Metro encourages residents and commuters to use alternative modes of transportation, such as carpool and vanpool. Participants can save money, prevent pollution and reduce stress and traffic congestion.

Join in month-long activities. Register at sharetheride.com to find a carpool or vanpool, and track your commutes and enter to win great prizes. Pledge to try transit at your workplace and compete with Valley employers. Enjoy the many benefits of sharing the ride!

Every 49 miles driven equals one pound of pollution.

Average gas price in Arizona is $3.46 per gallon1, while the average fare per rider in a

Valley Metro vanpool is $102 per month.2

Auto insurance providers may offer discounts to customers who reduce

SOV (single occupant vehicle) trips.

Finding a carpool or vanpool at ShareTheride.com is fast,

easy, free and secure.

Transit is an affordable option with an All-Day pass that costs $4.00 and is

valid on local bus and light rail.

Save time and money when you buy your pass before boarding the bus or light rail. There are now more than 700 locations valley-wide where you can purchase your pass. For a complete list of retail locations, along with the types of passes available and store hours, visit valleymetro.org.

BUY YOUR TRANSIT PASS before you board and save

July 2013 Transit BookThe July 2013 Transit Book is available at many locations valley-wide and online at valleymetro.org. You may print routes and schedules you need anytime, while reducing paper waste.

valley metro retailers include:

fAre type pricelocal bus/linK/light rail1-Ride $2.00All-Day $4.00All-Day (buy on board) $6.007-Day $20.0015-Day $33.0031-Day $64.00express/rApiD1-Ride $3.25All-Day $6.50All-Day (buy on board) $8.5031-Day $104.00reduced local bus/linK/light rail1-Ride $1.00All-Day $2.00All-Day (buy on board) $3.007-Day $10.0015-Day $16.5031-Day $32.00corporate/businessPlatinum Pass Pay per ride

FARE CHART - now includes 15-Day and reduced pass

If you need assistance participating in Rideshare Month, contact your Commute Solutions representative at 602.262.riDe. 1 Phoenix Business Journal2 Based on average fare plus fuel of an 8-passenger van

TCA meeting and PHX Sky Train tour on May 3, 2013

Vanpool ProgramManager Commute Solutions Representative

Commute Solutions Representative

Commute Solutions Representative

Commute Solutions Representative

T h e b l u e S k y V i e wA p u b l i c A t i o n o f v A l l e y m e t r o c o m m u t e s o l u t i o n s Fall 2013

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TCA meetings are a great venue to hear about current events happening at Valley Metro, our member cities and partners, and how they can impact your Trip Reduction Program. We encourage you to attend and network with other Transportation Coordinators in your area.

Locations & addresses:

SW Valley: Advantage logistics sW 5305 W. Buckeye Rd., Ste. A, Phoenix, 85043 NE Valley: inG 7337 E. Doubletree Ranch, Scottsdale, 85258 NW Valley: u.s. bureau of reclamation 6150 W. Thunderbird, Glendale, 85306 SE Valley: Desert botanical Garden 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, 85008 Central City: phoenix Art museum 1625 N. Central, Phoenix, 85012 (Wolfswinkel Education Center Board Room)

MONTH SW VALLEY NE VALLEY NW VALLEY SE VALLEY CENTRAL CITY WEBINAR

september No meeting No meeting No meeting No meeting No meeting 9/25

october 10/9Grand Canyon Rm.

10/8 10/16Whiteman Conf. Rm.

10/17 10/22 10/23

november No meeting No meeting No meeting No meeting No meeting 11/20

december No meeting No meeting No meeting No meeting No meeting 12/18

NEW TO THE TRIP REDUCTION PROGRAM?valley metro offers a free interactive workshop for new transportation coordinators (tcs) each month. the class is designed to provide an overview of the trip reduction program and explain your role as the tc. Attendees will receive a comprehensive training manual.

registration is required. to register, or if you have questions, please contact Jeff reid at 602.523.6074 or jreid@valleymetro.org.

The blue sky view newsletter is a

publication of Valley Metro and is

available online at valleymetro.org.

valleymetro.org

602.262.RIDE (7433)

TTY: 602.251.2039

Become a fan of Valley Metro on Facebook.

Travel with us on Twitter.

transportation coordinator association (tca) Meetings

Upcoming training classes: 9:00 am – 11:30 am

• Wednesday,August14 • Tuesday,September10 • Wednesday,October16 • Wednesday,November13 • TherewillbenoTRP trainingclassinDecember

Location: 101 n. 1st Avenue phoenix, AZ 85003 13th floor, conference room

An All-day transit pass is availableuponrequestat no charge to registrants.

Parking: there is limited visitor parking available.Ifvisitorparkingisfull,youcanparkatthe21W.VanBurenparkinggarageandwalkoneblocksouth to 101 n. 1st Ave. parking at thesetwolocationswillbevalidatedif you do not opt for an All-day transit pass. Upon registration, a detailed map andinstructionswillbeemailedtoyou.

Meeting tiMes & Locations:• Meetingsareheldfrom

8:30 am – 10:00 am• Webinarsareheldfrom

10:00 am – 11:00 am approximately

octoberiS rideShare monTh

YOU

October is Rideshare Month, when Valley Metro encourages residents and commuters to use alternative modes of transportation, such as carpool and vanpool. Participants can save money, prevent pollution and reduce stress and traffic congestion.

Join in month-long activities. Register at sharetheride.com to find a carpool or vanpool, and track your commutes and enter to win great prizes. Pledge to try transit at your workplace and compete with Valley employers. Enjoy the many benefits of sharing the ride!

Every 49 miles driven equals one pound of pollution.

Average gas price in Arizona is $3.46 per gallon1, while the average fare per rider in a

Valley Metro vanpool is $102 per month.2

Auto insurance providers may offer discounts to customers who reduce

SOV (single occupant vehicle) trips.

Finding a carpool or vanpool at ShareTheride.com is fast,

easy, free and secure.

Transit is an affordable option with an All-Day pass that costs $4.00 and is

valid on local bus and light rail.

Save time and money when you buy your pass before boarding the bus or light rail. There are now more than 700 locations valley-wide where you can purchase your pass. For a complete list of retail locations, along with the types of passes available and store hours, visit valleymetro.org.

BUY YOUR TRANSIT PASS before you board and save

July 2013 Transit BookThe July 2013 Transit Book is available at many locations valley-wide and online at valleymetro.org. You may print routes and schedules you need anytime, while reducing paper waste.

valley metro retailers include:

fAre type pricelocal bus/linK/light rail1-Ride $2.00All-Day $4.00All-Day (buy on board) $6.007-Day $20.0015-Day $33.0031-Day $64.00express/rApiD1-Ride $3.25All-Day $6.50All-Day (buy on board) $8.5031-Day $104.00reduced local bus/linK/light rail1-Ride $1.00All-Day $2.00All-Day (buy on board) $3.007-Day $10.0015-Day $16.5031-Day $32.00corporate/businessPlatinum Pass Pay per ride

FARE CHART - now includes 15-Day and reduced pass

If you need assistance participating in Rideshare Month, contact your Commute Solutions representative at 602.262.riDe. 1 Phoenix Business Journal2 Based on average fare plus fuel of an 8-passenger van

TCA meeting and PHX Sky Train tour on May 3, 2013

Vanpool ProgramManager Commute Solutions Representative

Commute Solutions Representative

Commute Solutions Representative

Commute Solutions Representative