Getting around without your car is not always convenient, but have you considered trying to change the way you get to work even just two days per month? You can find a carpool partner to share the ride with, take a COTA bus, ride your bike, or if it’s close enough – walk.

The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission’s (MORPC) RideSolutions Program promotes alternatives to driving alone, including vanpools, carpools, transit, walking and cycling to work. RideSolutions’ goals are to reduce congestion in our region, save commuters on their fuel costs, and improve our environment. Using computerized software, RideSolutions is able to provide free, helpful options for commuters to get work.  Sign up for your free match list of commuters who live and work near you and are interested in sharing the ride to work.

A Guaranteed Ride Home, Just In Case You Need It

Did you know that if you currently take the bus, carpool, walk or ride your bike to work, that you qualify for RideSolutions’ Guaranteed Ride Home program? All you need to do is register with RideSolutions prior to needing the service. The Guaranteed Ride Home program gives commuters reassurance that they will not be stranded at work in the case of an emergency or unexpected overtime. It is a free service to anyone who carpools, vanpools, rides public transportation, bikes, or walks to and from work. Commuters receive reimbursement of 90% of cab fare, including a 15% tip that can be used up to 4 times per year.

Learn more and sign up for the Guaranteed Ride Home program.

Other Great Resources

	Central Ohio Greenways – Find a bike trail near you to begin commuting to work.
	Columbus Metro Bike Users Map – Find out how area roads are designated for bicycling.
	Consider Biking -- Learn more about their 2 x 2012 mode shift initiative.
	COTA – Find a bus stop near you, customize your route, and learn about their Bike N’ Bus program.
	Get Active Columbus – Check out their walking routes for Columbus neighborhoods – enjoy a stroll during your lunch break.
	Google Maps – Click on the bus, bike or walk icon to find an alternative route.
	Yay Bikes! – Check out their online forum for the latest news in the bicycle advocacy community.