It s a good incentive. By offering pre-tax payroll deductions, employees and employers, alike, save money by paying less in taxes, Cella points out. Carpooling or vanpooling can be a daunting task for individuals interested in finding compatible partners with compatible schedules who are able to accommodate the occasional scheduling glitch. Ridefinders , who works closely with the TMA, is an organization that helps with that scheduling. Ridefinders can assist in setting up carpools, helping employers establish van pools and assists poolers in getting home or to work when special circumstances arise.
Some companies offer partial subsidies on passes.
Cella adds that the TMA also encourages placement of bike racks at work, cash-back incentives for employees not taking up parking spaces, and use of posters, handouts drawings and contests for employees. All rights reserved.