By instituting many immediate, inexpensive, creative measures to spread traffic around, we could undoubtedly reduce and possibly negate the need for big-ticket solutions. Related businesses could coordinate hours to facilitate commuting conditions. Experiment with siestas and several-hour midday breaks, as in some European countries. More telecommuting jobs. Vouchers for employees to encourage use of public transportation.
Company vans from convenient locations to transport employees.
Incentives, including desirable, reserved parking spots, to car-pooling employees and bicycle commuters. Working with local transportation authorities to use employee demographics as a means to create more efficient public transportation routes and stops. Businesses should receive financial incentives to institute the transportation plans and tax deductions for capital outlays involved. New road, highway, and bridge design that would incorporate pedestrian and bicycle lanes. Bergen Record Corp.