Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.5.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Arlington Transportation Partners Making Transportation Easy ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Commute Calculators](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/commute-calculators/) - When faced with the fiscal cost of driving, do you consider rethinking your commute? Here are a few commute calculators to see the cold hard facts. - [The Dos and Don’ts of Taking Your Bike on Metro and Bus](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/the-dos-and-donts-of-taking-your-bike-on-metro-and-bus/) - Want to take your bike on the bus or Metro, but aren't sure how? Brendan Casey, Business Development Manager, gives you the rundown and a step-by-step guide! - [Urban Village Highlight: Lee Highway](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/urban-village-highlight-lee-highway/) - Lee Highway, one of Arlington's Urban Villages, isn't located near a Metro Station. But there are plenty of easy ways to check out this neighborhood without a car. Keep reading to find out Pinky's top picks for restaurants and parks in the area! - [ART Bus Series: ART 53 (Ballston - Old Glebe - East Falls Church)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/art-bus-series-art-53-ballstonold-glebeeast-falls-church/) - Another installment in our ART Bus Series! Check out Pinky's take on the great stops along the ART 53 route. - [My Experience in Multi-Modal Copenhagen](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/my-experience-in-multi-modal-copenhagen/) - Copenhagen seems to have it all, transportation-wise: amazing bike facilities, comfortable buses and trains, and even "positive karma"! Check out this recap of all the transportation modes I experienced on my trip to Copenhagen last week! - [ATP Teams Up with Arlington Public Schools](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/atp-teams-up-with-arlington-public-schools/) - Business Development Manager, Elizabeth Denton, has teamed up with Arlington Public Schools to promote healthier, safer and more sustainable transportation options for faculty and staff. - [ICYMI: Weekly Wrap (October 13-17)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/icymi-weekly-wrap-october-13-17/) - Top stories this week come from Mobility Lab and Greater Greater Washington - see what hit the news desk, in case you missed it! - [A Newcomer's Experience with the ATP Team](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/a-newcomers-experience-with-the-atp-team/) - Since joining Arlington Transportation Partners last week, my introduction to the world of transportation demand management has been a whirlwind thus far. I’ve attended the ACT 2013 Legislative Summit on Capitol Hill, listened to Jeff Speck give an outstanding keynote presentation at the ACT Chesapeake Chapter’s symposium on “Achieving Sustainability through TDM,” engaged in a thought-provoking Kaiser Permanente Center for Total Health event on “Transportation and Health” with Ted Eytan, and helped prepare for and carry out ATP’s programming on National Walk at Lunch Day, all-the-while learning the ins and outs of my new job from my impressive and dedicated colleagues. Needless to say, it's been an eventful time to join Arlington Transportation Partners! - [Choosing Your Home Based on a Commute](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/choosing-your-home-based-on-a-commute/) - Being in the business of promoting ways to get around without driving alone, it was obvious to me when we were moving to the DC region that I would do my best to live close to my work. I wasn't willing to spend the additional time to get around for work, errands or pleasure and definitely wasn't interested in purchasing a new car. - [Champion of the Month: Maria Teresa's Babies Early Enrichment Center](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champion-of-the-month-maria-teresas-babies-early-enrichment-center/) - Champions come in all shapes and sizes! Recognizing January's Champion of the Month - Maria Teresa's Babies Early Enrichment Center, located in Crystal City. - [Carsharing FAQs](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/carsharing-faqs/) - Carsharing has become a popular travel option in the DC region, providing convenience and flexibility to those living and working in transit oriented areas such as Arlington and DC. However, just like riding the bus or Capital Bikeshare, there can be some confusion and hesitation on trying it out for the first time. Get started - [Conference Rewind: ACT 2016](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/conference-rewind-act-2016/) - I was in the beautiful City of Roses, Portland, Oregon last week for the Association for Commuter Transportation’s (ACT) International Conference*. I had scouted Portland out as a place to relocate a few years after graduating college but the move was not to be and I hadn’t been back since. However, Portland being “out of - [Arlington Could Use Bike Boxes](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/arlington-could-use-bike-boxes/) - On a recent trip back to NYC, I was excited to see the new Citibike bike share system being put to use but I also developed a deeper appreciation for “Bike Boxes” or “Advanced Stop Lines.” My current commute doesn’t offer me the opportunity to use these ingenious road design features (although there are some bike boxes in DC) but watching them utilized in New York made me pretty envious. - [Celebrating Champions and Bike/Walk to School Day](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/celebrating-champions-and-bikewalk-to-school-day/) - Champions for Schools is the newest addition to Arlington Transportation Partners’ Champions recognition and reward program, with the 2015-2016 academic year as the inaugural year. Since Arlington Public Schools (APS) already has a Safe Routes to Schools program in place, Champions worked to build upon existing student activity by focusing on APS employees. Champion schools - [ART Bus Series: ART 92 (Crystal City – Long Bridge Park/Boeing)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/art-bus-series-art-92-crystal-city-long-bridge-parkboeing-pentagon/) - This post is part of a series highlighting the ART bus routes throughout Arlington County and how both residents and visitors alike can take advantage of the ART bus system. Check out the other ART routes in this series here. ART 92 The ART 92 connects Crystal City and its namesake Metro Station, the VRE train - [Start a Lyft Account for Your Office](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/start-a-lyft-account-for-your-office/) - Disclaimer: We are not Lyft representatives and have no connection with Lyft. We are a third party advocate that tested their service to give insight to our readers. If you would like to contact Lyft, please visit their website. The ride-hailing app, Lyft, has a new way to streamline use for entire companies. Whether - [7 Tips to Travel DC like a Local](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/7-tips-to-travel-dc-like-a-local/) - I recently traveled to The 6 (that’s Toronto for all you non-Drake fans) and as I stepped off the plane, ready to start my weekend away, I started to get a little nervous. The next leg of my journey involved a lot of public transportation and transfers. Correction, it involved an entirely new public transportation - [ART Bus Series: ART 84 (Douglas Park – Nauck – Pentagon City)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/art-bus-series-art-84-douglas-park-nauck-pentagon-city/) - This post is part of a series highlighting the ART bus routes throughout Arlington County and how both residents and visitors alike can take advantage of the ART bus system. Check out the other ART routes in this series here. ART 84 The ART 84 connects Douglas Park and Nauck with Pentagon City, where residents and - [Upcoming Events for August 2016 | ATP Connect](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/upcoming-events-for-august-2016-atp-connect/) - Share this blog or download a print friendly flyer to share with your tenants and residents. Download flyer ROCK AT THE ROW - STARTING AUGUST 4 Every Thursday in August, guests can enjoy live music and outdoor entertainment at Pentagon Row’s Rock at the Row Summer Concert Series. Pentagon Row’s VIP lounge area will - [ART Bus Series: ART 74 (Arlington Village – Arlington View – Pentagon City)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/art-bus-series-art-74-arlington-village-arlington-view-pentagon-city/) - This post is part of a series highlighting the ART bus routes throughout Arlington County and how both residents and visitors alike can take advantage of the ART bus system. Check out the other ART routes in this series here. ART 74 The ART 74 connects Columbia Pike, the Walter Reed Community Center and Pentagon City - [ART Bus Series: ART 41 (Columbia Pike – Ballston – Courthouse)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/art-bus-series-art-41-columbia-pike-ballston-courthouse/) - This post is part of a series highlighting the ART bus routes throughout Arlington County and how both residents and visitors alike can take advantage of the ART bus system. Check out the other ART routes in this series here. ART 41 A convenient connection between the western end of Columbia Pike and Courthouse, the ART - [APS and ATP Team Up For Bus to School Day](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/aps-and-atp-team-up-for-bus-to-school-day/) - APS Department of Transportation and Arlington Transportation Partners have created a new event, Bus to School Day, October 21, 2015, to recognize school-bus eligible students who ride the school bus and staff who ride ART and Metro buses. - [Urban Village Highlight – Westover](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/urban-village-highlight-westover/) - Tired of the same old song and dance in the more well known urban villages? Try out a new spot and visit Westover in North Arlington. Pinky gives us the inside scoop! - [ART Bus Series: ART 55 (East Falls Church – Lee Highway - Rosslyn)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/art-bus-series-art-55-east-falls-church-lee-highway-rosslyn/) - This post is part of a series highlighting the ART bus routes throughout Arlington County and how both residents and visitors alike can take advantage of the ART bus system. Other ART routes currently included in this series: ART 42, ART 43, ART 45, ART 51, ART 53, ART 62, ART 77, ART 87 The - [Car Free Day is in One Week](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/car-free-day-is-in-one-week/) - This year for Car Free Day, join a team to let everyone know how you'll go car free or car-lite on September 22! - [ART Bus Series: ART 61 (Rosslyn - Courthouse Metro Shuttle)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/art-bus-series-art-61-rosslyn-courthouse-metro-shuttle/) - This post is part of a series highlighting the ART bus routes throughout Arlington County and how both residents and visitors alike can take advantage of the ART bus system. Check out the other ART routes in this series here. ART 61 The ART 61 is an easy loop through the residential neighborhoods north and south - [ART Bus Series: ART 52 (Ballston – Virginia Hospital Center – East Falls Church)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/art-bus-series-art-52-ballston-virginia-hospital-center-east-falls-church/) - This post is part of a series highlighting the ART bus routes throughout Arlington County and how both residents and visitors alike can take advantage of the ART bus system. Check out the other ART routes in this series here. ART 52 The ART 52 is operated by Arlington County with support from Virginia Hospital Center-Arlington. - [uberPOOL Launches in the DC Region](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/uberpool-launches-in-the-dc-region-2/) - Have you tried uberPOOL yet? We did, see our review and how it works! - [Lyft Line - ATP's First Ride](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/lyft-line-atps-first-ride/) - Always eager to test new transportation options in the area, Brendan gave Lyft Line a whirl, one day after it launched in the DC region. See how the new service worked for him! - [Split: A New Rideshare Service in DC](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/split-a-new-rideshare-service-in-dc/) - Business Development Manager, Jonathan Bollhoefer, tried out DC's newest ridesharing service, Split. Check out his experience and review of the region's latest on-demand carpooling service. - [Alli Henry](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/alli-henry/) - Alli Henry is the former Residential Business Development Manager at Arlington Transportation Partners. As an engaged Arlington resident, she spends her days advocating for creating walkable, livable and equitable neighborhoods. - [SafeTrack Surges 6 and 7 Means Delays for Red Line Commuters](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/safetrack-surges-6-and-7-means-delays-for-red-line-commuters/) - Heads up for Red Line commuters! The next two surges will affect the Red Line, with continuous single tracking and reduced service through August 18. See details below for more information. Surge 6: August 1-7 Single-tracking between Takoma and Silver Spring Red Line trains will run between Shady Grove and NoMa-Gallaudet every 6 minutes during - [10 Tips for Active Commuting](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/10-tips-for-active-commuting/) - We have all heard and read about the benefits of exercise to your physical and mental health. However, the challenge for most of us is how to squeeze exercise into our busy schedule. What if you could combine exercise and your daily commute to work together? Maybe walking or biking all the way isn’t practical, - [Upcoming Events for July 2016 | ATP Connect](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/upcoming-events-for-july-2016-atp-connect/) - Share this blog or download a print friendly flyer to share with your tenants and residents. Download flyer July is Parks and Recreation Month Join the celebration with fun activities for kids, teens, families and older adults. There is something for everyone at Arlington County Parks and Recreation! Learn more. Arlington Outdoor Concert Series - Starting - [ATP GO: Our Guide to Catching Them All](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/atp-go-our-guide-to-catching-them-all/) - Pokémon GO has been all the rage lately. Pokémon GO is a free-to-play location-based augmented reality mobile game developed by Niantic for iOS and Android devices. The game works by using your phone’s GPS for your real-world location and augmented reality to bring up those cool-looking Pokémon on your screen, overlaid on top of what - [July Champion of the Month: Hyatt Regency Crystal City](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/july-champion-of-the-month-hyatt-regency-crystal-city/) - Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP) is excited to announce the Hyatt Regency Crystal City as July’s Champion of the Month! It’s not easy to be selected as one of our top-tier employer Champions, but the Hyatt Regency Crystal City continues to deliver when it comes to outreach, commuter benefits and promoting alternative transportation. You may even - [Brendan Casey](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/brendan-casey/) - Brendan Casey is a former Business Development Manager for Arlington Transportation Partners. He is still thrilled to be in a region that provides him with choices for his transportation needs. - [PARK(ing) Day Comes to Arlington](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/parking-day-comes-to-arlington/) - Did you know that Friday, September 16 is PARK(ing) Day? This is an international event celebrated annually that transforms street parking spots into temporary public spaces. So much land in our communities is dedicated to motor vehicles, including roads, driveways, parking spaces and garages, whereas open space, parks and community gathering areas are often lacking, - [7 Ways to Improve Employee Retention](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/7-ways-to-improve-employee-retention/) - Improve staff retention through lower cost benefits that help staff save money, improve mental and physical health and increase productivity and satisfaction. - [SafeTrack Surge 3 Starts July 5](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/safetrack-surge-3-starts-july-5/) - The next SafeTrack surge to hit Arlington will start July 5 at 8PM (ending July 11) and will affect many commuters. While we all get one day’s grace on the Tuesday after the July 4th holiday, Wednesday could get nasty if you’re not ready for the line segment shutdown between Braddock Road and National Airport. - [The Best Biking and Hiking Trails in Arlington](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/the-best-biking-and-hiking-trails-in-arlington/) - Arlington is lucky enough to be home to more than 80 miles of paved and even more unpaved trails. You’ll find bikers, joggers and walkers taking advantage of the trail network every single day. Below we’ve highlighted some of our favorite that we definitely recommend you try for your commute or just for fun! The Arlington - [So What's a Bus Bridge?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/so-whats-a-bus-bridge/) - Use bus bridges to connect your commute for line segment shutdowns during SafeTrack surges. See how you can take advantage of increased bus service. - [Carpool vs Vanpool: What's the Difference?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/carpool-vs-vanpool-whats-the-difference/) - You could be saving $255 each month by participating in a Vanpool! You can also reduce costs by being a part of a carpool. Preferential parking for vanpools and carpools are offered, talk to your employer. - [Biking in the Heat: Non-Pro Edition](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/biking-in-the-heat-non-pro-edition/) - For all those wondering, biking in the summer > biking in the winter, hands down. Don’t get me wrong, I love biking in my Uggs, but nothing beats wearing a tank top and shorts and riding in the daylight for both the morning and the evening commutes. I’m also one of those weird people who - [The Long Commute - What Are Your Options?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/the-long-commute-what-are-your-options/) - 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! - [Champion of the Month: The Hilton Arlington & Towers](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champion-of-the-month-the-hilton-arlington-towers/) - Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP) is proud to recognize The Hilton Arlington & Towers as June’s Champion of the Month. The hotel located in Ballston, is situated near a major transportation hub connecting Metrobus and ART buses with Metrorail’s Orange and Silver Lines. The hotel’s location makes it an ideal choice for visitors and guests to - [Ridesharing 101: Ways to Share The Ride](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/ridesharing-101-so-many-ways-to-share-the-ride/) - With Metro’s SafeTrack program underway, many commuters have been looking for alternative options to avoid single tracking and additional delays. A great option for commuters to consider during the Metro disruptions is ridesharing – however, many people might not realize that there are many different ways you can share the ride on your commute. Ridesharing - [Congratulations Arlington Public School Champions](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/congratulations-arlington-public-school-champions/) - As the 2015-2016 school year comes to a close, Arlington Transportation Partners would like to recognize the excellence achieved throughout the school year by Arlington Public Schools Champions – congratulations to all of you! This year’s 15 Champions promoted transportation options, hosted ATP at staff events and participated in biking, walking, transit and carpooling events. - [How to Get to Arlington Memorials Using Public Transportation: Iwo Jima Memorial](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-to-get-to-arlington-memorials-using-public-transportation-iwo-jima-memorial/) - Visit Iwo Jima Memorial and get there using public transportation. Metro, bus or Capital Bikeshare - you have plenty of great options! - [How to Get to Arlington Memorials Using Public Transportation: Arlington National Cemetery](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-to-get-to-arlington-memorials-using-public-transportation-arlington-national-cemetery/) - Need to know how to get to Arlington National Cemetery using public transportation? Keep reading - your options include metro, bus and walking! - [How to Get to Arlington Memorials Using Public Transportation: Pentagon Memorial](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-to-get-to-arlington-memorials-using-public-transportation-pentagon-memorial/) - Want to visit the Pentagon Memorial? Here's how you can get there using public transportation options! - [SafeTrack Visitors Guide: Getting Around Without Metro](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/safetrack-visitors-guide-getting-around-without-metro/) - Visiting Arlington County and Washington, DC means leaving the car behind, and exploring the area as the locals do – biking, walking and transit. This is especially important during SafeTrack surges that happen during your visit. Visitors are welcome to ride Metrorail, but should expect longer ride times and potential segment shutdowns. This guide aims - [SafeTrack: What Surge 2 Means for Your Commute](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/safetrack-what-surge-2-means-for-your-commute/) - SafeTrack Surge 1 is two days away from completion and SafeTrack Surge 2 starts soon after, running June 18-July 3. If you’re traveling through or to Arlington, your commute may change depending on your destination. While the majority of the work for the second maintenance surge will take place in DC, a segment is also - [Christy Lee](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/christy-lee/) - Christy Lee is the Business Development Specialist at Arlington Transportation Partners. She enjoys being able to sit back and read during her commute on bus and Metro, but also bikes to get around her neighborhood. - [Take Advantage of Capital Bikeshare Corporate Memberships!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/take-advantage-of-capital-bikeshare-corporate-memberships/) - Enroll for Corporate Capital Bikeshare membership and experience the benefits bikesharing can have on your employees and your business. - [Upcoming Events for June 2016 | ATP Connect](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/upcoming-events-for-june-2016-atp-connect/) - Share this blog or download a print friendly flyer to share with your tenants and residents. Download flyer METRO SAFETRACK BEGINS: EAST FALLS CHURCH TO BALLSTON – JUNE 4 From June 4-16, Orange and Silver Line trains will continuously single track between East Falls Church and Ballston Metro Stations. Additional bus service will be added - [SafeTrack is Here](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/safetrack-is-here/) - This post was originally published on Arlington Chamber of Commerce. On Saturday, June 4, Metro started its year-long initiative to address safety and repair issues for the Metrorail system. The repair work will be spread across 15 separate Safety Surges of intensive maintenance and repairs with the goal of compressing three years of work into - [CarSharing 101: What You Need To Know](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/carsharing-101-what-you-need-to-know/) - We know you've seen the cars around town or at least tried to park in a reserved carshare space. Well here's what you need to know - check out three great services in the DC Metro region. - [The Help You Need for the Vanpool You Deserve](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/vanpool-connect-the-help-you-need-for-the-vanpool-you-deserve-2/) - Vanpooling is a cost-effective, easy way to commute and ATP is offering new riders $50 a month for six months to help you get started! Reserve parking spaces for your vanpool. - [What is Vanpool Connect?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/what-is-vanpool-connect/) - Vanpooling is a comfortable, affordable, and stress-free way to commute if you are travelling a longer distance to work. ATP’s Vanpool Connect program makes the switch to vanpooling even easier. - [Models Needed: Strike a Pose](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/models-needed-strike-a-pose/) - We are currently looking for 8-10 models to participate in our Spring photo shoot. If you have a smile and love Arlington then you’re the perfect model. Diversity is important to us, so we want models from all walks of life! The goal of our photo shoot is to capture the very best of public - [What It's Like to Live Car Free for Five Years](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/what-its-like-to-live-car-free-for-five-years/) - Before moving to the DC Metro Region nearly five years ago, I spent a large portion of my life living throughout Florida. Owning a car is a necessity in pretty much every city if you want to be able to do anything. The absolute requirement for a car was one of the main reasons I - [10 Myths about Public Transportation](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/10-myths-about-public-transportation/) - As humans, we are all creatures of habit. We are set in our ways and trying anything new is sometimes followed by a, “Hmmm, not sure” hesitation. Yet, the hesitation is often due to a misconception. Let’s take transit for example. People have many misconceptions, some based on one bad experience they had a long - [How to Get to Arlington Memorials Using Public Transportation: Air Force Memorial](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-to-get-to-arlington-memorials-using-public-transportation-air-force-memorial/) - Walk to Arlington memorials and see which metro routes to take to get to Arlington Cemetery. Visiting the Metro DC area means taking metro, biking or walking. - [New to Champions? 3 Easy Ways to Level Up](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/new-to-champions-three-easy-ways-to-level-up/) - Champions 2016 is underway and we’re excited that 77 Champions have already enrolled and are actively participating in the recognition program. Champions is officially in its fourth year, having started as a pilot program in 2013. Last year, we celebrated our most Champions to date with 241 active employers, multi-family residential communities, commercial properties and - [Commute Mode Shift and Evaluating Your Company’s Success](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/commute-mode-shift-and-evaluating-your-companys-success/) - It’s no secret that participants in ATP’s Champions are doing great things when it comes to promoting transportation options to employees, tenants and residents. Programs such as free bike tune ups, transit benefit subsidies and real time digital transportation displays all show a high level of commitment and investment from Champions, who also understand the benefit - [What To Do About That "Last Mile"](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/what-to-do-about-that-last-mile/) - If you've been wanting to commute by public transportation, but don't live close enough to a transit stop, check out these "last mile" solutions that can get you there! - [How to Bike in Arlington Safely and Confidently](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-to-bike-in-arlington-safely-and-confidently/) - Greater Greater Washington wrote in March how one can bike safely and confidently in the city. The article offers many great tips on pre-planning, how to ride confidently and useful equipment to purchase. To continue to promote biking as a commute option in Arlington, we would like to build upon that list by mentioning all the additional - [Upcoming Events for May 2016 | ATP Connect](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/upcoming-events-for-may-2016-atp-connect/) - Go to these upcoming May events in Arlington County that promote sustainable and active transportation. Sign up for our newsletters for more up to date transit news. - [What are Bike Lockers?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/what-are-bike-lockers/) - Near almost every Metro station is a series of low gray cases that look something like storage sheds (pictured below, in the red rectangle, at Clarendon Metro Station). Over the last year or so, they have been receiving large yellow and blue stickers that read, “I’m a bike locker!” Well that’s great – but what - [Champion of the Month: Northern Virginia Transportation Commission](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champion-of-the-month-northern-virginia-transportation-commission/) - The Northern Virginia Transportation Commission (NVTC) aims to guide transportation projects throughout the Northern Virginia region. Many of the commissioners at NVTC are elected officials from the six member jurisdictions and six are appointed by Virginia’s General Assembly. An additional commissioner is appointed by Virginia’s Secretary of Transportation. NVTC has played a pivotal role in many - [Wendy Duren](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/wendy-duren/) - Wendy Duren is the Program Director for Arlington Transportation Partners. She has been utilizing public transit for her commute since 2000 and dabbles in bike commuting as well. - [Bike to Work Day is in One Week](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/bike-to-work-day-is-in-one-week/) - We are officially one week away from Bike to Work Day! If you haven’t registered yet, be sure to sign up for free to receive a t-shirt at your designated pit stop. You’ll also be able to pick up other giveaways, free coffee and food (aka District Taco, Best Buns Bakery, etc), as well as - [Why We Love the ArlingtonVA App](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/why-we-love-the-arlingtonva-app/) - The ArlingtonVA app makes life MUCH easier for property managers, businesses and residents! It's a one-stop shop for all the latest County news and info. - [Arlington County Transit Development Plan Survey](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/arlington-county-transit-development-plan-survey/) - Take the survey and provide your feedback on transportation in Arlington County. Survey closes May 15. - [National Walk@Lunch Day - Overview & Sneak Peek](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/national-walklunch-day-overview-sneak-peek/) - National Walk@Lunch Day is happening in two weeks - have you registered? Get a look inside the big event happening on April 29, 2015! - [Top Bus Routes to Arlington's Urban Villages](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/top-bus-routes-to-arlingtons-urban-villages/) - So you want to explore Arlington, but don't want the hassle of looking for parking. Great! We think you should try the bus. Check inside for our Arlington County bus cheat sheet that gets you to all 11 urban villages. Phew! - [Public Transportation Etiquette – The Golden Rules](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/public-transportation-etiquette-the-golden-rules/) - Presenting: Pinky's Public Transportation Etiquette. Are you a rule breaker or a rule follower? - [New Year's Resolution Capital Bikeshare Discount](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/new-years-resolution-capital-bikeshare-discount/) - Arlington Transportation Partners is currently offering a discount for people interested in an annual Capital Bikeshare membership. Until the end of February, any Arlington resident who is new to the regional bikeshare system may get $20 off the annual price! - [iRide Back to School](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/iride-back-to-school/) - Want to know how your child can get to school for just .85 cents? This blog is for you. - [Four Reasons to Bike in Arlington](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/four-reasons-to-bike-in-arlington/) - Whether you're a bike pro or a novice, there are plenty of reasons why you should get out to explore Arlington County on two wheels. Here are our four top reasons to bike the County (commute or hobby). - [Did You Know? Free Maps and Brochures Available](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-free-maps-and-brochures-for-your-employees-or-tenants/) - Looking to promote transportation options in Arlington to your employees or tenants? ATP’s brochure delivery service is free, providing the information they need. - [Did You Know? ATP Makes Site Plan Requirements Easy](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-atp-makes-site-plan-requirements-easy/) - See how ATP makes site plan requirements easy for commercial properties. Just 1 of our many services we can offer employers, residential communities and commercial properties! - [Champion of the Month: One & Two Liberty Center (Kodiak Realty Services)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champion-of-the-month-one-two-liberty-center-kodiak-realty-services/) - Want to see what a Champion of the Month looks like? Keep reading to see why we named One & Two Liberty Center April's Champion of the Month! - [Bike to Work Day is Less Than a Month Away](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/bike-to-work-day-is-less-than-a-month-away/) - Bike to Work Day (BTWD) is happening Friday, May 15 and will have six pit stop locations in Arlington County. Keep reading to see why Business Development Manager, Brendan Casey, calls BTWD one of his favorite days of the year! - [BID Highlight: Crystal City](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/bid-highlight-crystal-city/) - Arlington County BIDs (Business Improvement Districts) make each urban village a fun place to live and visit. Check out the first in our series of BID Highlights: Crystal City - [ATP's Top 10 Bikeshare “Facts”](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/atps-top-10-bikeshare-facts/) - When it comes to Capital Bikeshare, ATP is a huge fan. See our top 10 Bikeshare "facts," you might learn something new! - [ART Bus Series: ART 45 (Columbia Pike-DHS/Sequoia-Rosslyn)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/art-bus-series-art-45-columbia-pike-dhssequoia-rosslyn/) - Highlighting ART bus routes in Arlington County, the ART 45 is part 1 in our 15 part series. See where it can take you! - [Earth Day Is Coming Up!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/earth-day-is-coming-up/) - Earth Day is less than two weeks away on April 22 - how will you celebrate? We encourage you to use a sustainable mode of transportation for your commute to work such as public transit, carpooling, biking, or walking. You could even eliminate your commute entirely and telework! For employers and residential properties, ATP can also be the transportation and commuting expert at your Earth Day event or fair for employees or residents. Read here for more! - [Happy Earth Day! 5 Ways to Reduce Your Environmental Footprint](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/happy-earth-day-5-ways-to-reduce-your-environmental-footprint/) - Is your company or property doing its part in being environmentally friendly? Look at these options for reducing emissions, traffic and making Arlington County a better place for everyone. - [Bus Rapid Transit Opens in Crystal City](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/bus-rapid-transit-opens-in-crystal-city/) - On Sunday, April 17, the Transitway opened in Crystal City. Even though Metroway buses have been in operation since 2015, the new BRT allows for a faster, more efficient commute. What is Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)? BRT is a system of dedicated bus lanes that allows buses to travel without any traffic. Think of it - [What Businesses and Employees Need to Know About the Transportation Benefit](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/what-businesses-and-employees-need-to-know-about-the-transportation-benefit/) - Know the impact your commuting choices can have on your taxes. See how transit benefits can benefit both you as an employee or employer. - [7 Tips for Living Without a Car in Arlington](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/7-tips-for-living-without-a-car-in-arlington/) - Whether you want to be healthier, save money on gasoline or reduce your carbon footprint, now is the time to go car-free. - [Top 6 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day Every Day](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/top-6-ways-to-celebrate-earth-day-every-day/) - Earth Day is a great opportunity to think about ways you can make your life greener and help out the planet. But you don’t have to *just* think about these things in April – you can make green changes to your everyday life and active/public transportation is an easy way to celebrate Earth Day every - [Why the Struggle is Real (Especially Today)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/why-the-struggle-is-real-especially-today/) - As the news of the Metro shutdown spread yesterday, all I could hear on my commute home was whispers of disbelief that an entire system/mode was being shut down. Midweek. For more than 24 hours. Unbelievable. And as I totally creeped on other people’s conversations, I commiserated, because even as a transportation demand management professional, - [Save up to 38% on Your Commute by Using the Transit Benefit](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/save-up-to-38-on-your-commute-by-using-the-transit-benefit/) - Did you know that you or your employees can save up to 38% on your daily commute if you are participating in a pre-tax transit benefit program? Pre-tax transit benefits can be offered by your employer and allow you to allocate funds for commuting on a pre-tax basis. The funds can be used for essentially - [Relocation Services For Commercial Tenants](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/relocation-services-for-commercial-tenants/) - At ATP, we understand the impact an employee’s commute has on their mental health, quality of life and satisfaction at the office, so we work closely with businesses to put their employees at ease when moving to a new location. For commercial properties looking to attract new tenants, consider our Relocation Services as an extension of - [National Walking Day 2016 Recap](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/national-walking-day-2016-recap/) - Last Wednesday on April 6, ATP hosted National Walking Day at three pit stops in Ballston, Crystal City and Rosslyn. In previous years, we have hosted National Walk at Lunch Day at the end of April; however, this year, we changed the event to align with American Heart Association’s annual event. Plus, early April is a great time - [Keara Mehlert](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/keara-mehlert/) - Keara Mehlert is a Business Development Manager at Arlington Transportation Partners. She has been car-free and loving it for the past three years and has been biking 3.5 miles to work every day since October 2012. - [Pinky Advani](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/pinky-advani/) - Pinky Advani is a Senior Business Development Manager at Arlington Transportation Partner. She has been living a car-lite lifestyle for 15 years and currently rides the Metro each day to work. - [Maggie Awad](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/maggie-awad/) - Maggie Awad is the Marketing Manager at Arlington Transportation Partners. She says every commute to work is different with so many options in her neighborhood including bus, Metro and Capital Bikeshare. - [Jonathan Bollhoefer](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/jonathan-bollhoefer/) - Jonathan Bollhoefer is a Business Development Manager at Arlington Transportation Partners and has been living car-free since 2011. He often rides his bike 4 miles to work but also utilizes various buses and the Metro. - [Elizabeth A. Denton](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/elizabeth-a-denton/) - Elizabeth A. Denton is a Business Development Manager at Arlington Transportation Partners, and has been car-free since 1999. Not only does she enjoy how multi-modal the region is, she also loves getting around Arlington on one of her many bicycles. - [Election Day Commuting](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/election-day-commuting/) - How will you get to the polls tomorrow? Try getting there without a car! - [Champion of the Month: Lowe Enterprises](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champion-of-the-month-lowe-enterprises/) - ATP is excited to highlight 2016’s first Champion of the Month, Lowe Enterprises! A newcomer to Champions, this national real estate company owns and manages four properties in Crystal City that recently enrolled in the program – 1400 Crystal Drive, Jefferson Plaza and Century Center I and II. 1400 Crystal Drive, offers 308,000 square feet - [Reflections on 3 Years of Car Free Living](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/reflections-on-3-years-of-car-free-living/) - As someone who works professionally trying to encourage others to use public transportation and other forms of alternative mobility, I'm hesitant to make this statement, but: A growing part of me wants to own a car. - [Filling Your Building’s Carpool and Vanpool Parking Spaces](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/filling-your-buildings-carpool-and-vanpool-parking-spaces/) - Did you know that vanpools and carpools often receive benefits like designated parking spaces? See what else you're missing out on and how you can benefit too. - [National Walking Day Updates - Vendors & Giveaways](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/national-walking-day-updates-vendors-giveaways/) - We hope you have registered your team and are as excited as we are to partake in all the festivities that we have planned for the day. Be sure to use #WalkingDayDC and follow @ATPCommutes for real time updates on Wednesday, April 6th! Like previous years, our friends at Virginia Hospital Center will be at all three - [National Walking Day – Pit Stop Updates](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/national-walking-day-pit-stop-updates/) - We hope you have marked your calendar for National Walking Day on Wednesday, April 6, 2016. Studies suggest a midday walk can immediately boost people’s moods, focus and ability to handle stress at work. Small bursts of activity during the day go a long way toward improving your health. Organize an office walking group or group - [Starring...ATP! Check Out Our Videos!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/starring-atp-check-out-our-videos/) - We have been creating videos to make transportation fun and interesting for you! Watch our growing film collection and let us know what you think! - [Tired Of Your Commute? Try A Different One This Summer!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/tired-of-your-commute-try-a-different-one-this-summer/) - Are you tired of sitting in traffic each morning, arriving at work stressed and in a bad mood? Or perhaps you no longer want to shell out hundreds of dollars each month to pay for gas, parking, maintenance, and insurance for your car? Maybe it's time for a new way to get to work. Take advantage of quieter roads and offices by trying out a new commute this summer! - [BID Highlight: Ballston](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/bid-highlight-ballston/) - Check out all the good work the team at the Ballston BID are doing for this ever-changing urban village. See why you should stop in via bus, metro or Capital Bikeshare! - [How I Commute To Work: Jonathan](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-i-commute-to-work-jonathan/) - Jonathan lives in Shaw, but works here in ATP's office located in Rosslyn. See how he chooses to commute! - [Get Ready For October!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/get-ready-for-october/) - A roundup of all the new features and events for this month! - [Celebrating 2015 Platinum Champions](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/celebrating-2015-platinum-champions/) - Last week, Arlington Transportation Partners recognized 27 of our 65 Platinum Champions in front of the Arlington County Board. Always our final event of the Champions season, Platinum Champions have a chance to be honored specifically by the Board Chair and the County Board for their hard work throughout the year. In addition to the - [First Annual Amazing Commute Race](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/first-annual-amazing-commute-race/) - Ever wondered which mode is the fastest during rush hour? We tried five of them, but just because one is the fastest doesn't make it the BEST option. - [Making Commuting Easier for Employees](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/making-commuting-easier-for-employees/) - Improving your employees' commutes can have significant benefits for both individual workers and your company overall. Read here to learn about how ATP can assist your company in making it easier for employees to get to work! - [Survey Says: Flexible Schedules and Wellness Programs are in Demand](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/survey-says-flexible-schedules-and-wellness-programs-are-in-demand/) - According to the Society for Human Resource Management's 2013 State of Employee Benefits in the Workplace survey, flexible scheduling and wellness programs are becoming increasingly important in recruiting and retaining valuable employees. Check out more of the results here as well as easy programs that you can start implementing today! - [Know Your Options: When Metro is Having a Bad Day](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/know-your-options-when-metro-is-having-a-bad-day/) - Every form of transportation will eventually bring the unexpected, but do you know what to do when the unexpected happens? Figure out your best options for getting in, out and around Arlington County. - [Did You Know: Surveying Your Staff or Tenants](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-surveying-your-staff-or-tenants/) - Do you know how many people at your company or property take Metro to work? Or perhaps walk or bike to the office? This kind of information can help you evaluate your current transportation benefits and amenities while also determining improvements on how people commute to their office. One of the easiest and fastest ways - [Get Heart-Healthy On Your Way to Work](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/get-heart-healthy-on-your-way-to-work/) - February is American Heart Month! Take advantage of your commute by incorporating physical activity on your way to work or during the workday! Here are three ways to get more exercise while commuting. - [Arlington BIDs Enhance County’s Transportation Centers](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/arlington-bids-enhance-countys-transportation-centers/) - The neighborhoods of Crystal City, Ballston, and Rosslyn in particular have become top destinations in Arlington, not only because of their transit-rich locations, but also through the work of their Business Improvement Districts (BIDs). These organizations have been incredibly active over the last few years in transforming their local communities into vibrant and attractive areas to live, work, and play. - [Is Your Hotel Ready for Cherry Blossom Season?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/is-your-hotel-ready-for-cherry-blossom-season/) - This weekend marks the beginning of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, one of the busiest times of year for tourism throughout the DC region. Hotels often have the difficult yet important role of guiding new visitors around the area which is why ATP offers several different services that can make a hotel concierge’s job easier! Check out the programs here that your Arlington hotel can take advantage of this season and help make your guests’ stay a memorable one. - [Big Changes Coming to Crystal City!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/big-changes-coming-to-crystal-city/) - The Crystal City-Potomac Yard Transitway was recently approved, clearing the way for a new bus service called Metroway! The specially branded buses will have a dedicated bus-only lane and have a different look and feel to the current vehicles seen on Metrobus routes. Read here to learn more about the transitway and how it will benefit you! - [Introducing…ATP’s Champions Program!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/introducingatps-champions-program/) - ATP is excited to announce Champions, our new recognition program for employers, residential properties, and developers in Arlington! Learn more about how you can take the first step towards becoming a Champion and start reaping the rewards today! - [ATP Concludes its Winter Promotion Deal with Capital Bikeshare](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/atp-concludes-its-winter-promotion-deal-with-capital-bikeshare/) - Arlington Transportation Partners, in collaboration with Capital Bikeshare, recently concluded a promotional deal for county residents to save $20 on the cost of an annual membership for the regional bikeshare system. As you can imagine, the response was overwhelmingly positive – nearly 100 requests for discount codes were made and over 60 of those codes have been redeemed and used toward annual bikeshare memberships to date! - [Take the Pledge: Telework Week 2014](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/take-the-pledge-telework-week-2014/) - Next week, March 3-7, is Telework Week 2014! This global initiative is in its fourth year of encouraging individuals and their employers to telework and highlighting the benefits of working remotely. During last year’s campaign, nearly 140,000 people pledged to telework, taking nearly 12 million miles of driving off the road and saving commuters $12.3 million in travel costs. - [Spring Events to Kickstart Your Healthy Commute](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/spring-events-to-kickstart-your-healthy-commute/) - It’s already March, daylight savings time has begun and the official start of spring is only a couple weeks away! Hopefully the DC region got all the snow out of its system, and we can really start thinking about warm weather and finally enjoying the outdoors. There are some great upcoming events that you can take advantage of to help incorporate physical activity into your workday, and now is a great time to start planning for them! - [Thank You For A Great Walk @ Lunch Day!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/thank-you-for-a-great-walk-lunch-day/) - We had over 500 participants in our Walk @ Lunch Day event yesterday! Thank you to all who came out and walked, as well as our vendor partners who joined us during the day. We hope you enjoyed the great weather and continue to get out and walk during the workday throughout the spring and summer! - [Are Humans Still Needed In A World Of Smartphone Apps?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/are-humans-still-needed-in-a-world-of-smartphone-apps/) - With all these apps that tell you what your travel options are, will TDM practitioners such as myself, who currently do this for a living, have jobs five or more years down the road? Check out this blog post to see why Elizabeth thinks that, yes - people are still important in the transportation field - changing one's travel behavior will typically involve more than just a smartphone app. - [Residential Highlight: Virginia Square Towers](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/residential-highlight-virginia-square-towers/) - Not sure what our Residential Services can offer your property? Just click through to keep reading. Our Business Development Manager helps properties offer their residents the best transportation amenities and information! - [Representing Arlington at the American Planning Association National Conference](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/representing-arlington-at-the-american-planning-association-national-conference/) - Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to attend the American Planning Association National Conference in Chicago, IL. While there, I learned a great deal about trends in urban planning throughout the country, and brought back some valuable pieces of information about how planning can work in concert with our transportation programs here in Arlington. - [Office Relocation Woes - How ATP Can Help](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/office-relocation-woes-how-atp-can-help/) - Office moves can be a stressful time for employees, especially when it comes to their daily commute. As your transportation expert, here are some ways that ATP can help make the move easier and worry-free! - [As Summer Heats Up, Keep Your Employees Cool](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/as-summer-heats-up-keep-your-employees-cool/) - There are many different programs and strategies that employers can implement to improve their employees' commutes and increase productivity during the workday. Check out this of list of benefits that will help your employees be more comfortable during the workday while also encouraging active and healthy modes of transportation for their commute! - [Champions Tip of the Week: National Bike Month](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions-tip-of-the-week-national-bike-month/) - National Bike Month is a great time to think about all the different activities that companies and properties can do to gain recognition as part of the ATP Champions program. With Silver, Gold, and Platinum activities, there is something for all Champion levels! Check out the list below, then contact ATP now to get started! - [A Look Back: ATP’s Highlights from 2013](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/a-look-back-atps-highlights-from-2013/) - 2013 was a great year for ATP and Arlington County – we can’t believe it’s almost over! We are excited to continue working with Arlington employers, residential properties and developers in the New Year, and we can’t wait to share some new initiatives that are in the works! Check out the highlights from 2013 here! - [Top Five Bus Lines in Arlington County](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/top-five-bus-lines-in-arlington-county-2/) - Mark these top five bus lines as favorites in Arlington County, you'll thank us later! - [Concierge Call: Helping Tourists with Transportation Needs](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/concierge-call-helping-tourists-with-transportation-needs/) - If your hotel is looking to stand out in Arlington County, ATP can help your business grow with our customized transportation information. Your guests will be glad you're working with us! - [Slugging 101](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/slugging-101/) - Slugging? Slugs? Slug lines? You’ve probably heard of it but don’t know much about it other than seeing long lines of people waiting in unassuming places. Fine, then what is slugging? Slugging is just one more way for people to get to and from work quickly and efficiently. Drivers pick up riders so they can - [Running to Work: Non-Pro Edition](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/running-to-work-non-pro-edition/) - Changing up your commute and getting your exercise in for the day are some of the appeals of running to work. Do a test run (literally) of the route to work and ask for suggestions before hitting the streets for your morning commute. - [Guaranteed Ride Home – FAQ’s For You](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/guaranteed-ride-home-faqs-for-you/) - Guaranteed Ride Home, operated by Commuter Connections, rescues commuters and provides a free taxi ride home up to 4 times per year. - [Champions FAQs – What You Need To Know](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions-faqs-what-you-need-to-know/) - Champions - get the details here! A comprehensive FAQ to help you be a Champion in Arlington County. - [FAQ: Bicycle Friendly Businesses & How To Apply](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/faq-bicycle-friendly-businesses-how-to-apply/) - Arlington Transportation Partners can help your business gain nationwide recognition as a Bicycle Friendly Business. We do all the work, you get all the glory. - [ART Bus Series: ART 43 (Crystal City - Rosslyn - Courthouse)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/art-bus-series-art-43-crystal-city-rosslyn-courthouse/) - Highlighting the ART 43 in the 2nd blog of our ART Bus Series - check out top stops along the route and where this ART bus can take you! - [ART Bus Series: ART 62 (Court House Metro - Lorcom Lane - Ballston Metro)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/art-bus-series-art-62-court-house-metro-lorcom-lane-ballston-metro/) - Hop on the ART 62 and explore Arlington as you check out Pinky's Fun Picks. You won't regret it! - [ART Bus Series: ART 51 (Ballston – Virginia Hospital Center)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/art-bus-series-art-51-ballston-virginia-hospital-center/) - Check out Pinky's Fun Picks for the ART 51 bus route, the latest installment in our ART Bus Series! - [ART Bus Series: ART 42 (Ballston - Pentagon)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/art-bus-series-art-42-ballston-pentagon/) - In our next ART bus series blog, check out the ART 42. It's a time and money saving option when it comes to travel in Arlington County. Have you been missing out? - [ART Bus Series: ART 87 (Pentagon Metro - Army Navy Drive - Shirlington)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/art-bus-series-art-87-pentagon-metro-army-navy-drive-shirlington/) - If you've been avoiding Shirlington because it doesn't have a Metro Station - then you've been missing out. Check out the latest in our ART Bus series and how you can quickly get to and from the Urban Village. - [ART Bus Series: ART 77 (Shirlington–Lyon Park–Courthouse)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/art-bus-series-art-77-shirlington-lyon-park-courthouse/) - Need a bus that connects Shirlington to North Arlington? The ART 77 can get you there! - [How I Commute: Eduardo](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-i-commute-eduardo-2/) - We've had so much fun sharing how our team commutes that we thought we'd open it up to the community. First up is Eduardo, the Assistant HR Director at the Hyatt Regency in Crystal City (a Platinum Level Champion). - [How I Commute To Work: Keara](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-i-commute-to-work-keara/) - See how Keara Mehlert, Business Development Manager, gets to work every day when you check out our new series, How I Commute To Work. - [How I Commute to Work: Elizabeth](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-i-commute-to-work-elizabeth/) - Check out how Elizabeth Denton, Business Development Manager, gets to work in our 2nd installment of How I Commute to Work! - [How I Commute To Work...Interrupted](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-i-commute-to-work-interrupted/) - As part of our “How I Commute” series, it was Business Development Manager, Brendan Casey's, turn to share his story. Soon after I made the request, he was hit in a crosswalk while riding his bike on his commute home. See what happened and the decision he made about his daily commute. - [How I Commute To Work: Wendy](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-i-commute-to-work-wendy/) - Because sometimes your commute entails a walk down the hall. This is how teleworking can work for you, your team and your business. - [How I Commute To Work: Jennifer](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-i-commute-to-work-jennifer/) - Find out how Jennifer, an ATP intern, commutes from George Mason University to Rosslyn and why she loves NOT driving. - [How I Commute to Work: Maggie](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-i-commute-to-work-maggie/) - Compared to the rest of the team, I don’t exactly have the most exhilarating commute; but it is without a doubt, one of my most favorite times of the day. Sure, sure…the sooner I get to the office, the sooner I can have my tea, but I’ve actually started to treat my commute as me - [Yahoo’s Telework Ban: Good Idea or No?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/yahoos-telework-ban-good-idea-or-no/) - As today marks the first day of Telework Week, you may have noticed that teleworking has been quite a hot topic in the news recently. Since Yahoo's recent decision to ban telework, there has been a significant response to the new policy, as discussions about issues such as working parents, work productivity, and employee trust have been raised. While Yahoo has its reasons for requiring workers to come into the office, there's no denying the benefits that a telework policy can have on a company and its employees. Read here to see what we think about the issue! - [5 Ways Multi-Family Properties Can Attract Tenants](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/5-ways-multi-family-properties-can-attract-tenants/) - Commuting and transportation choices are significant factors that residents will take into account when looking for a new home, and typically want an easy and accessible way to get to work, shops, restaurants, and other attractions. Condominiums and apartment buildings can take advantage of this resident demand by implementing a few of the programs listed here to make their property an attractive option to potential tenants. - [Ridesharing vs. Uber, Lyft, etc.: What’s The Difference?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/ridesharing-vs-uber-lyft-etc-whats-the-difference/) - Ridesharing and on-demand taxi services such as Uber and Lyft provide great options for getting around - however, did you know they are two very different modes of transportation? - [Real Estate’s Current Buzzwords: Company Culture & “Amenitization”](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/real-estates-current-buzzwords-company-culture-amenitization/) - Culture, collaborative, authenticity, work/life “integration” – these are the keywords that commercial real estate professionals are keeping in mind as they look for new ways to attract tenants and renew leases. For businesses, these elements are key when looking to relocate or expand their offices, and are critical factors in recruiting and retaining talented employees. - [Champions 2016 Starts Here](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions-2016-starts-here/) - Still teeming with excitement from Champions 2015, where we recognized and rewarded 241 companies in Arlington County, we’re thrilled to announce that the 2016 awards year is officially here. No matter how long you’ve been a part of Champions, whether it’s one year or since the pilot program, 2016 is going to look and feel - [Surprising San Antonio](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/surprising-san-antonio/) - The Association for Commuter Transportation Conference last week was a great experience, however, this ATP employee enjoyed finding surprises all over the host city of San Antonio! From the city's bikeshare system, to the trails and pedestrian friendly street design, to the interesting and bustling local neighborhoods - San Antonio had many examples of livable and sustainable elements, making it a great place to visit! - [Measuring Love the Bus Week Success](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/measuring-love-the-bus-week-success/) - Arlington Public Schools celebrated Love the Bus Week, February 8-12, 2016, with plenty of love to share! Photos of students showing their appreciation for the hard-working bus drivers filled Twitter and warmed hearts across Arlington. It was a successful week, and thankfully, blizzard-free. This year, Arlington Transportation Partners decided to support Love the Bus Week - [12 Things to Do on Your Commute](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/12-things-to-do-on-your-commute/) - When you choose alternative means to get to work you find creative ways to keep yourself entertained. Keeping out from behind the wheel opens up a multitude of activities beyond listening to the radio day in and day out. Here’s a list of some of our favorite transportation pastimes as well as personal preferences from - [Biking in the Cold: Non-Pro Edition](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/biking-in-the-cold-non-pro-edition/) - Cold weather biking advice can be a little overwhelming (and expensive!). In the three years I’ve been biking to work, I’ve figured out what works and doesn’t. - [2015 Champions Awards Ceremony Recap](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/2015-champions-awards-ceremony-recap/) - On February 4th, 241 Champions were recognized at Arlington Transportation Partners’ 2nd annual awards breakfast, held at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City. The attendees represented employers, commercial office properties and multi-family residential communities that implemented outstanding sustainable transportation programs in 2015. Guest speakers Larry Filler, Arlington County Commuter Services Bureau Chief, and Victor Hoskins, Director of Arlington - [Telework Week: March 7-11](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/telework-week-march-7-11/) - Did the January blizzard affect your business continuity and productivity? If you answered yes then we have some good news for you. ATP has partnered with Telework!VA to help you avoid these types of situation by establishing and administering a telework program for your organization. ATP and a Telework!VA specialist can help create a pilot - [National Walking Day - Save the Date](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/national-walking-day-save-the-date/) - I’m sure you will agree that we are spending more time at the desk at work. Being less active can result in health issues in the long run. You know that already, right? Let’s take a step together to a healthier life and start walking. Walking is a great way to promote health and wellness - [Arlington Public Schools Love Their Buses](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/arlington-public-schools-love-their-buses/) - February 8-12, 2016, is Love the Bus Week, a national event hosted by the American School Bus Council to raise awareness and express appreciation of school bus drivers. Arlington Public Schools (APS) loves their buses and plans to celebrate throughout the entire week. Love the Bus Week happens right before Valentine’s Day, and Arlington Transportation - [New Bus Routes Start in Arlington Next Week!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/new-bus-routes-start-in-arlington-next-week/) - It’s about to get easier to travel between Crystal City and the Rosslyn-Ballston corridor during rush hour! Three new bus routes go into effect on Sunday, March 31, providing employees and residents in the County more options for their daily commute. In addition to taking Metro’s Blue Line, riders will now be able to travel by bus on the new ART 43 route as well as the Metrobus 10R and Metrobus 10S lines. - [The Battle for Residents: How Multi-Family Properties Can Stand Out](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/the-battle-for-residents-how-multi-family-properties-can-stand-out/) - For developers and property managers in Arlington, there is strong competition for tenants as more multi-family housing is built, but there are some simple ways for new properties as well as non-site plan buildings to attract and retain residents. Check out these transportation-related strategies that can have an immediate and positive impact on your property and tenants. - [April is Stress Awareness Month!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/april-is-stress-awareness-month/) - Stress affects us both mentally and physically and can have serious long-term impacts if not addressed. This month, stay stress-free and celebrate Stress Awareness Month by trying these strategies to improve your commute and overall workday! - [Champions Tip of the Week: ART Adopt-a-Stop](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions-tip-of-the-week-art-adopt-a-stop/) - Adopting an Arlington Transit (ART) bus stop is probably one of the easiest things a company or property can do – the application is easier than adopting from a pet shelter, the bus stop doesn’t need regular feedings, and you never need to worry about leaving your bus stop alone for the weekend. You do need to do some regular maintenance, but by making it a fun group outing, it can turn into a treat! - [Champions 2014 Is Off To A Great Start!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions-2014-is-off-to-a-great-start/) - It’s only been a couple weeks since we officially started Champions, ATP’s yearlong recognition initiative, however, we already have 19 companies and residential properties that have joined the program! - [Champions Tip of the Week: Density Maps](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions-tip-of-the-week-density-maps/) - If you are considering signing up for ATP's Champions program, but are unsure how to start, here is another tip! Partnering with ATP to create a zip code density map is an easy Bronze Level activity that will offer huge insights into current travel patterns of your populations. - [Where Will You Walk Next Wednesday?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/where-will-you-walk-next-wednesday/) - National Walk at Lunch Day is only a week away! Now is a good time to start planning your walking route, whether it’s just a couple blocks around the office or walking a mile to one of our pit stops and back. Two Arlington organizations have found creative ways to incorporate DC scenery and parkland into their walking routes, making lunchtime exercise enjoyable and picturesque! - [Champions Tip of the Week: Host a Fair or Event](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions-tip-of-the-week-host-a-fair-or-event/) - Inviting ATP to participate in a wellness or transportation fair for your employees or tenants is an easy way to meet Champions criteria. As a Silver Level activity, fairs or events are fun, interactive, and low-cost ways to encourage healthier lifestyles and be recognized for it! - [How Bike-Friendly Is Your Company Or Property?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-bike-friendly-is-your-company-or-property/) - As a part of our National Bike Month celebration, the Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) program is our Champions Tip of the Week! With the next application deadline coming up next month on June 12th, now is a good time to see if your company or property is a good fit and start the application process! - [It Doesn’t Have To Be Walk @ Lunch Day To Walk!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/it-doesnt-have-to-be-walk-lunch-day-to-walk/) - We’ve been happy to see several of the companies that registered decide to hold their own Walk at Lunch Day event when the weather got nicer! While we know our awesome gift bags (a pedometer, reflector, and Walkabout Maps inside a cool canvas shoe bag!) were a big draw, it definitely goes to show – it doesn’t have to be National Walk at Lunch Day to walk at lunch with your coworkers! - [Champions Tip of the Week: Provide Feedback!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions-tip-of-the-week-provide-feedback/) - Arlington Transportation Partners is serious about finding solutions to your transportation and commuting issues. In order to better assist you, we need your help! That is the reason why one of the Bronze Level Champions activities is participating in ATP research – surveys, focus groups, and more. We want your feedback on what works, what doesn’t work, and what you’d really like! - [Try It Out This Summer – Flexible Work Schedules!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/try-it-out-this-summer-flexible-work-schedules/) - Piloting alternative work schedule programs such as flextime and telework during the summer months can be a good way to gradually introduce these policies into the office while evaluating their benefits and effectiveness. - [Champions Tip of the Week: Promote Pooling This Summer!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions-tip-of-the-week-promote-pooling-this-summer/) - Yes, most of us would probably rather be relaxing at the swimming pool instead of the office this summer. However, there are other “pools” that can help your employees or residents have an easier commute and better overall workday! Carpooling and vanpooling are great transportation options that can help commuters save money and reduce the time spent traveling to and from work. - [ATP Champions Summer Update](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/atp-champions-summer-update/) - Summer is officially in full swing, and we can definitely tell by all the out of office vacation replies! With our own office being pretty quiet this past month, it’s been awhile since we posted about our Champions recognition program. Now that we’re about three and a half months into the program, we wanted to give everyone an update on how things are going! - [Meet ATP’s Newest Team Members!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/meet-atps-newest-team-members/) - We are excited to introduce two new members of the ATP team! - [A-SPAN Pledges to Make a Difference in Courthouse](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/a-span-pledges-to-make-a-difference-in-courthouse/) - A-SPAN, a bronze level Champion, shows their commitment to the Courthouse community by adopting an ART bus stop. - [Uber & Lyft Granted Temporary Approval to Operate in VA](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/uber-lyft-granted-temporary-approval-to-operate-in-va/) - Uber and Lyft allowed to operate in Virginia, while also launching new ridesharing services. - [2014 ACT: San Francisco](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/2014-act-san-francisco/) - The ATP team traveled to San Francisco and attended the 2014 ACT Conference. - [Reducing Your Exposure to Air Pollution](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/reducing-your-exposure-to-air-pollution/) - London study shows that bikers are exposed to 5x LESS air pollution as compared to commuters who choose to drive. - [Practice Your Emergency Commute on Car-Free Day](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/practice-your-emergency-commute-on-car-free-day/) - Do you have an Emergency Commute Plan in place? Test it on Car-Free Day 2014 and be entered to win free swag from ATP! - [Champion of the Month: Penrose Square (BM Smith)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champion-of-the-month-penrose-square-bm-smith/) - Recognizing Gold Level Champion, Penrose Square (BM Smith), as ATP's Champion of the Month for August 2014. Congrats! - [Have You Tried Metroway Yet?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/have-you-tried-metroway-yet/) - Metroway launched this week and offers customers a convenient travel option between the Braddock Road and Crystal City Metrorail stations. Get the scoop on how it can improve your commute! - [Try Transit Week: September 15-19](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/try-transit-week-september-15-19/) - Take the pledge and Try Transit the week of September 15-19, 2014. You could win a $50 SmarTrip card! - [Champion of the Month: A-SPAN](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champion-of-the-month-a-span/) - Recognizing Silver Level Champion, A-SPAN, as ATP's Champion of the Month for September 2014. Well done and well deserved! - [2014 Healthiest Employers in Arlington County](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/2014-healthiest-employers-in-arlington-county/) - 5 organizations with offices or properties in Arlington are among 50 finalists that will be recognized today at Greater Washington’s Healthiest Employers Awards and Workplace Wellness Expo, hosted by the Washington Business Journal and United Healthcare. - [ICYMI: Weekly Wrap](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/icymi-weekly-wrap/) - Best stories of the week for Arlington County and Transportation. - [Car-Free Day is TODAY!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/car-free-day-is-today/) - Today is Car-Free Day - check out ATP's top 2 reasons to uncar for a day! It's easier than you think. - [Arlington Plans for a Bright Future in Courthouse](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/arlington-plans-for-a-bright-future-in-courthouse/) - Arlington County is not "soulless" and the Envision Courthouse Square project proves that as the update to the sector plan moves to improve the community and surrounding businesses. - [Jacobs named a Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Business by the League of American Bicyclists](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/jacobs-named-a-bronze-level-bicycle-friendly-business-by-the-league-of-american-bicyclists/) - Jacobs recognized as a Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Business. Find out how ATP can help your company or property achieve this great distinction. - [ICYMI: Weekly Wrap (September 22-26)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/icymi-weekly-wrap-september-22-26/) - See what was happening around Arlington County and in Transportation news. Get caught up in case you missed it! - [Champions Highlight – October 2014](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions-highlight-october-2014/) - Recognizing October 2014 Champions - making a difference in Arlington County! - [#NetworkWithChampions Happy Hour Event](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/networkwithchampions-happy-hour-event/) - Arlington Transportation Partners hosted a networking happy hour event at Carpool, #NetworkWithChampions. The ATP team loves a good selfie! - [ICYMI: Weekly Wrap (September 29 - October 3)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/icymi-weekly-wrap-september-29-october-3/) - In case you missed it, here are the biggest events from the past week - in Arlington and around the world! - [Champion of the Month: Cambridge Associates](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champion-of-the-month-cambridge-associates/) - Recognizing Silver Level Champion, Cambridge Associates, as our Champion of the Month for October 2014. They have big plans to be Gold Level in the coming months - read on to find out how! - [ART 92 - A New Bus Option in Crystal City](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/art-92-a-new-bus-option-in-crystal-city/) - The Art 92 launched in Crystal City on October 6, 2014 and connects the VRE station, the Crystal Gateway Marriot, the new Boeing office complex, Long Bridge Park and the Pentagon Metro Station. - [ICYMI: Weekly Wrap (October 6-10)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/icymi-weekly-wrap-october-6-10/) - The week's best stories for news around Arlington and transportation! Don't miss it a second time. - [Successful New Transit Options for Arlington Employees & Residents](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/successful-new-transit-options-for-arlington-employees-residents/) - This year, 3 different types of transit service either opened or expanded in Arlington County, offering new ways for residents, employees and visitors to get around. - [Residential Highlight: Tellus Apartments](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/residential-highlight-tellus-apartments/) - Arlington’s new LEED Gold certified residential property joins Champions. - [Residential Highlight: 2001 Clarendon Blvd](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/residential-highlight-2001-clarendon-blvd/) - 2001 boasts a lot of great amenities, but as an Arlington County Champion it's important to recognize their multi-modal benefits and conveniences. - [ICYMI: Weekly Wrap (October 20-24)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/icymi-weekly-wrap-october-20-24/) - No one should miss out on important news! Here's what you should be reading. - [ART vs Metrobus: What's the Difference?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/art-vs-metrobus-whats-the-difference/) - Not sure about the difference between ART and Metrobus? ATP has you covered in our handy bus breakdown. Find the service that's right for your commute. - [In the News: Employers Key to Transportation Fix](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/in-the-news-employers-key-to-transportation-fix/) - Originally published on Washington Business Journal, read Wendy Duren's full article, "Employers Key to Transportation Fix." - [ICYMI: Weekly Wrap (October 27-31)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/icymi-weekly-wrap-october-27-31/) - Last week of October - here's what you missed in transportation news beyond Arlington County. - [Daylight Saving Time Means a Darker Commute Home](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/daylight-saving-time-means-a-darker-commute-home/) - Daylight Saving Time has arrived - make sure you're prepared for a darker commute. - [Champion of the Month: LMO Advertising](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champion-of-the-month-lmo-advertising/) - Transportation and wellness initiatives, like those provided by LMO Advertising, show a strong correlation to reduced rates of absenteeism, less employee stress and improved productivity and satisfaction during the workday. - [Public Transportation Etiquette - The Golden Rules, Part 2](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/public-transportation-etiquette-the-golden-rules-part-2/) - Just say no to bad etiquette - especially this summer. Keep it cool, keep it friendly, keep it golden! - [Going Car-Free in Arlington County](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/going-car-free-in-arlington-county/) - Guest blogger, Jessica Tavares, is back with a great blog about her decision to go car-free in Arlington County. Check out 5 unexpected benefits to selling your car. - [Did You Know: Capital Bikeshare Offers Corporate Memberships](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-capital-bikeshare-offers-corporate-memberships/) - Did you know you, as an employer in Arlington County, you can offer your employees a Capital Bikeshare Membership at a discounted price? Keep reading for more information! - [Did You Know? SmarTrip Cards Have a Multitude of Uses](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-smartrip-cards-have-a-multitude-of-uses/) - So you've got a SmarTrip card, but do you know all that you can do with it? Click through and keep reading - tips & tricks inside! - [Capital Bikeshare Now Accepting Cash Payments](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/capital-bikeshare-now-accepting-cash-payments/) - Arlington residents can now try Capital Bikeshare using cash payments. Read this informative piece from Henry Dunbar, Program Director of BikeArlington. - [ATP Photoshoot: Models Still Needed](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/atp-photoshoot-models-still-needed/) - Be a part of a fun photoshoot, happening in Arlington on May 30! Receive a Capital Bikeshare year membership OR a $50 Amazon gift card. - [Commonwealth Joe Supports Sustainable Transportation](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/commonwealth-joe-supports-sustainable-transportation/) - Guest blogger Chase Damiano, COO of Commonwealth Joe, tells us why he's been car free since March 2013 and why it's not only good for him, but good for business. - [Fors Marsh Group Gets Active](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/fors-marsh-group-gets-active/) - Fors Marsh Group shares their health and wellness incentive program that not only gets employees moving, but keeps them healthy and active! - [Fors Marsh Group: Get Active! Challenge Update](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/fors-marsh-group-get-active-challenge-update/) - We first heard from Fors Marsh Group earlier this month about their Get Active! Challenge. Check out their amazing results and see how your business can inspire and encourage employees to not only be healthy, but to adopt great active transportation habits. - [Did You Know? ATP Offers Complimentary Relocation Services](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-atp-offers-complimentary-relocation-services/) - One of ATP's most valuable services is our complimentary relocation services. We'll help your employees with transportation needs as your company moves to or around Arlington County. - [It’s Hot Out There – Make It Easier for Employees and Tenants](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/its-hot-out-there-make-it-easier-for-employees-and-tenants/) - Summer is almost here - don't sweat your commute. Check out these cool tips for a better summer commute. - [Did You Know? Telework Programs are Great Business Strategies](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-telework-programs-are-great-business-strategies/) - Telework isn't just a great benefit for employees, it's also a solid business strategy. Read our latest blog to find out more. - [Top Blogs of 2015 (...So Far)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/top-blogs-of-2015-so-far/) - See what people have been reading and check out top content (so far) from 2015! - [Clean Air Partners: "I am only one person. How will I make a difference?"](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/clean-air-partners-i-am-only-one-person-how-will-i-make-a-difference/) - Sometimes it's hard to see the difference one person can make when it comes to not driving alone. See how biking or teleworking not only benefits you, but also Arlington County. - [Getting on the Bus: My First Day](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/getting-on-the-bus-my-first-day/) - Do you remember your first day on public transportation in Arlington? Ayanna Jacobs, Development and Volunteer Relations at Arlington Free Clinic, does and shares her story with ATP. - [Commuter Apps: Using Technology for Transit Options](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/commuter-apps-using-technology-for-transit-options/) - Know where you're going when you're on the go with a few of our favorite transit apps. Do you have a favorite? Let us know in the comments. - [Ready to Be a Model?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/ready-to-be-a-model/) - We're looking for Arlington citizens to help with our upcoming photo shoot on September 19. Details inside. - [Keeping Your Bike Secure](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/keeping-your-bike-secure-2/) - Register your bike through Arlington County's bike registration and use a U-lock to keep it secure, even if secured/locked storage areas. - [Switching Jobs? Switch Your Commute](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/switching-jobs-switch-your-commute/) - Fact: People are more open to trying new commute options when something is already in flux, like a new job or even at the New Year. So why not try a new commute today?! - [The Misconceptions and Realities of Public Transportation](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/the-misconceptions-and-realities-of-public-transportation/) - One of the major barriers to trying a new form of transportation are the misconceptions that exist about the various modes. “Buses are dirty” or “I can’t bike because I don’t have the proper gear” are just two examples of common sentiments that are easily debunked by trying these modes for yourself! To play on - [Top 10 Blogs of 2015: Part 1](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/top-10-blogs-of-2015-part-1/) - 2015 was a big year for Arlington Transportation Partners. From hosting our first annual Champions Ceremony to sharing the exciting news about car2go launching in Arlington - it's been a whirlwind. So we'd be remiss if we didn't take a minute to look back at 2015's top 10 blog posts. This is a two-part series, - [Start Taking Advantage of the Transit Benefit Increase](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/start-taking-advantage-of-the-transit-benefit-increase/) - Great news for commuters! The recent tax and spending package signed into law last month included a provision that increases the maximum allowable transit benefit from $130/month to $255/month. This bill permanently restores parity between transit and parking benefits and allows commuters who take public transit or vanpool to save on their transportation costs. Employers - [Carsharing Business Accounts](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/carsharing-business-accounts/) - Arlington has an abundance of transportation choices and as much as we like to promote car-alternatives, let’s face it, there are going to be times when you need a set of wheels. We recently had a blog about the corporate program ridehailing app Lyft offers (Uber has a similar program as well) but what about - [Free Training Available for Concierges and Property Managers](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/free-training-available-for-concierges-and-property-managers/) - It’s no secret that businesses, residents and visitors typically choose to be in Arlington for one key reason: location and accessibility. Which is why it’s become so important for property managers, building concierges, and company HR departments to become knowledgeable about the County transportation options and the best ways to travel around. One of ATP’s - [Transportation Pro Tips](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/transportation-pro-tips/) - People who use active transportation on a daily basis know that using a few extra tools can make your trip easy and reliable. Whether you’re looking to test out a commute by bus, hop on a Capital Bikeshare or even run to work (yes, people do this – no it’s not me!), browse these tips - [Arlington Welcomes Shift Technologies to Crystal City](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/arlington-welcomes-shift-technologies-to-crystal-city/) - Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe recently announced San Francisco-based Shift Technologies will invest $20 million to establish their first East Coast operation in Arlington, VA. Shift Technologies (Shift), a peer-to-peer marketplace for buying and selling used cars, is planning to take full advantage of the Commonwealth’s rich workforce by creating 100 high-tech jobs within the first - [Millennials Survey May Not Tell the Whole Story](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/millenials-survey-may-not-tell-the-whole-story/) - While driving alone remains the majority choice for commuting to work, it doesn’t mean millennials aren’t increasingly looking to new modes of transit as their preferred option. - [ICYMI: Weekly Wrap (November 3-7)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/icymi-weekly-wrap-november-3-7/) - Did you miss major transportation news because of the elections? We got you covered. - [ICYMI: Weekly Wrap (November 10-14)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/icymi-weekly-wrap-november-10-14/) - With Tuesday being a federal holiday, many of us had a weird schedule this week. Check out our weekly link recap below to make sure you didn’t miss anything! - [ICYMI: Weekly Wrap (November 17-21)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/icymi-weekly-wrap-november-17-21/) - Big news in Arlington County this week - did you miss it? Keep reading to see what you missed in Arlington and around the world in transportation. - [Champions Highlight: Top Arlington Hotels](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions-highlight-top-arlington-hotels/) - Recognizing 4 Arlington hotels for their dedication and participation as an ATP Champion! - [ICYMI: Weekly Wrap (November 24-26)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/icymi-weekly-wrap-november-24-26/) - Short week, but I bet you still missed a few noteworthy stories. Get your updates here! - [Welcome Christy Lee, New Business Development Specialist](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/welcome-christy-lee-new-business-development-specialist/) - Arlington Transportation Partners is excited to share that our little work family has grown by one. We’re very pleased to introduce you to Christy Lee, ATP’s Business Development Specialist. Christy rounds out the team, offering sales support to all six Business Development Managers and marketing assistance to yours truly. Before starting her new gig here - [Maps and Surveys Give Transportation Insight](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/maps-and-surveys-give-transportation-insight/) - Want to know how your employees commute? Sounds like you need a density map! - [ICYMI: Weekly Wrap (December 1-5)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/icymi-weekly-wrap-december-1-5/) - Get the latest updates on the Crystal City transitway; plus, even more transportation news! - [Champions of the Month: Columbia Pike](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions-of-the-month-columbia-pike/) - Highlighting December's Champions of the Month - check out 12 Columbia Pike Champions making a difference in their Urban Village. - [Despite Challenges, Bright Outlook for Arlington’s Commercial Office Market](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/despite-challenges-bright-outlook-for-arlingtons-commercial-office-market/) - Commercial property vacancies are currently around 21%, but Arlington County has a lot to offer commercial properties in both workforce and transportation amenities. - [ICYMI: Weekly Wrap (December 8-12)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/icymi-weekly-wrap-december-8-12/) - Get caught up on your transportation news, including features from Mobility Lab and more! - [How to Get to Dulles International Airport Using Public Transportation](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-to-get-to-dulles-international-airport-using-public-transportation/) - Say no to traffic congestion on I-66 and high taxi fares when traveling to Dulles. Take the Silver Line and get there cheaper and on your terms! - [Welcome to Our New Business Development Manager, Jonathan Bollhoefer](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/welcome-to-our-new-business-development-manager-jonathan-bollhoefer/) - Announcing the newest member of our team, Jonathan Bollhoefer. He joins ATP as our newest Business Development Manager. - [ICYMI: Weekly Wrap (December 15-19)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/icymi-weekly-wrap-december-15-19/) - Uber was hot in the news this week, but what else happened? Get your updates here! - [Trip Planning 101: How to Get There Without a Car](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/trip-planning-101-how-to-get-there-without-a-car/) - There are many technical options to help you get from point A to point B without a car. Check out our top 3 transportation technology recommendations. - [ICYMI: Weekly Wrap (December 22-24)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/icymi-weekly-wrap-december-22-24/) - Short week here in the ATP office, but here is top transportation news from the past few days! Also wishing you a very Happy Holidays from Arlington Transportation Partners. - [2014 Year-End Review: Top 5 Blogs](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/2014-year-end-review-top-5-blogs/) - Check out our top 5 blogs of 2014! See what came in at #1... - [A Look Back at Champions 2014](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/a-look-back-at-champions-2014/) - Take a look inside our Champions from 2014. See who we worked with to make getting to and around Arlington County simple! - [Commercial Office Facilities: Bike and Wellness Amenities](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/commercial-office-facilities-bike-and-wellness-amenities/) - Is your building struggling to promote health and wellness to it's tenants and tenant employees? Keara Mehlert, Business Development Manager, has the answer you're looking for. - [Did You Know? Arlington is a Walk Friendly Community](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-arlington-is-a-walk-friendly-community/) - There are lots of ways to explore Arlington. Try getting around on your own two feet and see why Arlington is designated as a Gold Level Walk Friendly Community. - [Get Active for National Heart Month!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/get-active-for-national-heart-month/) - 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. - [How Will You Get Around On Inauguration Day?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-will-you-get-around-on-inauguration-day/) - With thousands of people expected in the DC area next weekend, plus numerous road closures, restrictions, and transit service changes, there is a lot you should know before heading out on the 21st. Read here for a list of important links and resources from local jurisdictions and transit agencies to help you decide what transportation option is best for you. - [Celebrating Champions & SRA International, a Champions Role Model](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/celebrating-champions-sra-international-a-champions-role-model/) - It's official - 4 days to go! See why we're calling SRA International a Champions role model. - [Did You Know: ATP Hosts/Supports National and Regional Events](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-atp-hostssupports-national-and-regional-events/) - As part of our complimentary services, ATP hosts and supports events at the national and regional level. See how we can help your business or property today! - [National Walk@Lunch Day 2015 - Save the Date](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/national-walklunch-day-2015-save-the-date/) - Save the Date for National Walk@Lunch Day 2015! We want to see you out there walking with your colleagues. - [National Walk@Lunch Day - Pit Stop Updates](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/national-walklunch-day-pit-stop-updates/) - National Walk@Lunch Day is happening April 29, 2015! Check out Arlington's three dedicated pit stops and more. - [APS Staff Success on Bike/Walk to School Day 2015](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/aps-staff-success-on-bikewalk-to-school-day-2015/) - 85 Arlington Public Schools staff participated in Bike/Walk to School Day on May 6, 2015 and were rewarded for their efforts! Find out who participated and what they earned (besides an amazing bike ride!). - [National Walk@Lunch Day 2015 Recap](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/national-walklunch-day-2015-recap/) - The 4th annual National Walk@Lunch Day happened yesterday, April 29. Did you miss the big day? Check out our great recap. - [Another Win for Two-Wheelers: Bike to Work Day 2012](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/another-win-for-two-wheelers-bike-to-work-day-2012/) - Bike to Work Day was a great success for Arlington and the DC area! Bicycling is quickly growing as one of the more popular transportation options in the region thanks to widespread support for events such as BTWD. Thank you to all who participated and helped spread the word about bicycle commuting ! - [Do You Have an Emergency Commute Plan?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/do-you-have-an-emergency-commute-plan/) - September is National Preparedness Month. Do you know what you would do in the event of an emergency? How would you get home if you couldn't drive? - [Joining the Car-Free Club](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/joining-the-car-free-club/) - Another ATP employee makes the switch to a car-free lifestyle! - [An ATP employee goes car-free](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/an-atp-employee-goes-car-free/) - An Arlington Transportation Partners Employee goes car-free! Read her story and what she plans to do in the future. - [Upcoming Changes to SmarTrip Cards](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/upcoming-changes-to-smartrip-cards/) - Do you use a SmarTrip card on Metrorail? Need to purchase a new card? Here's some important news for you! - [Transit Systems Help Spread Holiday Cheer](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/transit-systems-help-spread-holiday-cheer/) - A look at some of the fun things transit systems in DC and beyond are doing to help spread holiday cheer. - [Carpools: Not Just For Soccer Practice](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/carpools-not-just-for-soccer-practice/) - If transit, biking, or walking are not great commuting options for you, how about carpooling? Read here to learn more about the benefits and initiatives companies can do to promote carpools. - [The Ease Of Car-Free Travel: My Weekend Experience](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/the-ease-of-car-free-travel-my-weekend-experience/) - While we are big proponents of using alternative transportation modes for commuting, we obviously encourage going car-free or “car-lite” for other trips too! For the most part, all of us here at ATP practice what we preach and usually get around by walking, biking, or taking transit – and for me, this past weekend was no exception. - [Why You Should Participate in Bike to Work Day!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/why-you-should-participate-in-bike-to-work-day/) - Over 12,000 people have already registered for Bike To Work Day on Friday morning! Here are some great reasons as to why you should participate and switch up your commute! If you're a new rider, there are also some good tips on how to prepare and take advantage of this fun event. We are excited to see lots of bikes out on the streets on Friday! - [How Will You Get Around on Car-Free Day?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-will-you-get-around-on-car-free-day/) - Car-Free Day 2012 is coming up soon! How will you get around without your car? - [Champions Highlight: Virginia Department of Corrections](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions-highlight-virginia-department-of-corrections/) - Today we're celebrating Arlington Parole, Virginia Department of Corrections as we prepare to reward 122 companies tomorrow at our Champions Ceremony. The big day is almost here! - [The Monthly Transit Benefit Allowance Has Increased! - UPDATED](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/the-monthly-transit-benefit-allowance-has-increased-updated/) - Updated: A provision in the "fiscal cliff" deal has increased the maximum transit benefit amount to $245, putting it at the same level as the parking benefit! - [Champions Countdown Spotlight: Ashoka](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions-countdown-spotlight-ashoka/) - Looking to attract Millennials to your business? See how Ashoka, Silver Level Champion, is doing just that! ps. Just 2 days left before 2014 Champions Ceremony! - [car2go for Newbies – Arlington’s Newest Carsharing Service](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/car2go-for-newbies-arlingtons-newest-carsharing-service/) - ATP has partnered with car2go to help Arlington residents and employees better enjoy the new carsharing service. Check out this informational blog which breaks down the basics, plus grab a great offer code inside. - [Did you know it's telework week from March 5th thru March 9th?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-its-telework-week-from-march-5th-thru-march-9th/) - A telework program is beneficial to the employer and employee while also helping the environment by reducing emissions and carbon footprint. - [What's in a name?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/whats-in-a-name/) - Juliet from Shakespeare? No. It’s Metro who has in partnership with Fairfax county launched an online survey to collect public input on station names for the new Silver Line. This new line will extend Metrorail service to Dulles International Airport and Loudoun County through the Tysons Corner, Reston, and Herndon areas of Fairfax County, Virginia. So why should - [And It's Back To Work...](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/and-its-back-to-work/) - Hurricane Sandy certainly left a mark the past few days! Here are some resources and tips for getting back to work safely! - [Yes, It's Already November](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/yes-its-already-november/) - Read here for a summary of upcoming dates and events this month! - [What's Your Work Schedule?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/whats-your-work-schedule/) - Switching to an alternative work schedule can have significant benefits for you and your company! - [5 Ways to Improve Your Company's Bottom Line](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/5-ways-to-improve-your-companys-bottom-line/) - Transportation benefits and programs are great ways for your company to reduce costs, increase productivity and improve your bottom line. Here are some ideas to consider in 2013! - [A Super Bowl Commercial for Transit](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/a-super-bowl-commercial-for-transit/) - 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. - [Check 'Em Out - ATP Client Highlights](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/check-em-out-atp-client-highlights/) - 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! - [Start Saving: A Look At Transportation's Financial Impact](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/start-saving-a-look-at-transportations-financial-impact/) - 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! - [National Forum on Women & Bicycling: One Woman's Review](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/national-forum-on-women-s-review/) - Elizabeth Denton, Business Development Manager, attends the National Forum on Women & Bicycling and shares what she learned from the special event. - [Champions Countdown with Crystal City BID](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions-countdown-with-crystal-city-bid/) - Find out how the Crystal City BID works with ATP to help make Crystal City a multi-modal destination for employees, residents and visitors! PS. Champions Ceremony in just 1 week! - [Coded In Law: Challenges for Pedestrians and Cyclists](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/coded-in-law-challenges-for-pedestrians-and-cyclists/) - While walking and biking are great for our health, our wallet, and the environment, too often we see that traffic laws, urban design, and public attitudes make it difficult to get around on foot or by bike, and typically favor the automobile. This post goes into detail about the local regulations and planning that have a significant impact on the safety and perceptions of pedestrians and cyclists. - [Walkability is More Than Just Urban Design](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/walkability-is-more-than-just-urban-design/) - Here in Arlington, we are lucky to have a number of different transportation options to get us to and from our workplaces, and help us manage other trips, errands and adventures. We have a first-class transit system with the heavy Metrorail, and a robust network of bus lines that operate locally, and even transport us out into neighboring communities. Capital Bikeshare, and our growing system of bicycle friendly infrastructure add another option. - [Highlights From Rail-Volution!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/highlights-from-rail-volution/) - Check out some of the themes and highlights from last week's Rail-Volution conference in Seattle! From streetcars to bike racks, the conference provided a wealth of information about projects and ideas throughout the country. - [How Much is Your Location Worth?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-much-is-your-location-worth/) - Can you put a price on living or working near Metro? According to some new research, you certainly can. In fact, even the difference between being 1 block from Metro, or a quarter-mile can have a large impact on the value of a location. - [Friday Fun: A New Capital Bikeshare tool!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/friday-fun-a-new-capital-bikeshare-tool/) - It's no secret that we love Capital Bikeshare around here. We've routinely shared information about the system, and some of the great tools and apps that have been developed, some by our friends at Mobility Lab, to help the system grow and flourish. This week saw the release of another new application, using Capital Bikeshare's rich stream of user data. The new app is called Bikeshare IQ, and was developed by Zach Rausnitz. - [How Active Transportation Can Improve Your Day](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-active-transportation-can-improve-your-day/) - It’s not about the time it takes to commute. It’s about how you choose to spend your time. Here are three examples of how a new commute could brighten up your day by changing how you spend your time. - [Emergency Prep Review: What's Your Backup Plan?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/emergency-prep-review-whats-your-backup-plan/) - Last week's "snow day" was another great reminder to make sure that we all are prepared in case of a weather event or other emergency situation. Here at ATP, we are big proponents of having a commute back up plan, just in case your normal mode of transportation is suddenly unavailable. Knowing all of your available transportation options is an important step in ensuring that you will be calm, confident, and prepared in case of an emergency! - [3 Easy Ways To Get Exercise During The Workday](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/3-easy-ways-to-get-exercise-during-the-workday/) - With less than two weeks left in the month of August, and fall just around the corner, there’s still time to take advantage of the warm weather and squeeze in some more physical activity into your daily routine! - [Back To School: How ATP Can Help University Students & Employees](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/back-to-school-how-atp-can-help-university-students-employees/) - The end of August can be a busy and stressful time, especially for new university students moving in to campus or commuting to a new school for the first time. For students who may not have access to a car or need a more affordable mode of transportation, there are many ways that schools and universities in our area can promote alternative transportation options to students, visitors, and employees. - [Rethinking Commute Advice](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/rethinking-commute-advice/) - In the recent issue of Prevention magazine, a reader asked what she can do to make her commute better - some of the tips offered included singing while driving, changing one's mindset about the commute, or just move closer to work. While these certainly can help, here are some other ways that the reader and similar commuters out there can improve their trips to work! - [Upcoming September Events](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/upcoming-september-events/) - The summer months may be over, but there are still plenty of great events to look forward to in September! Get out your calendars and save the date – you won’t want to miss these free and exciting programs! - [SmarTrip And The Silver Line: Updates From Metro](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/smartrip-and-the-silver-line-updates-from-metro/) - This fall will bring some noteworthy changes from WMATA, so we want to make sure transit riders in Arlington and throughout the region are aware of these new updates regarding SmarTrip cards and the Silver Line. - [The Value Of Time During Your Commute](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/the-value-of-time-during-your-commute/) - Time is an important factor when it comes to employees' commutes, in terms of both length of time and how time is spent on the way to work. While many people would prefer a shorter commute, how one spends their time commuting can also have an significant impact on the rest of one's workday. - [Did You Know: Champions 2015](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-champions-2015/) - Mary Hynes, Arlington County Board Chair, praised our Champions and Arlington Transportation Partners, calling us pioneers. Find out why when you check out today's Did You Know? - [Did you know? ATP Customizes Commutes](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-atp-customizes-commutes/) - If your employees are struggling to find their best commute, ATP can help with our customized commute planner. Bonus - all services are complimentary! - [Revelations of a Part-Time Bike Commuter](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/revelations-of-a-part-time-bike-commuter/) - This summer, my office is participating in the National Bike Challenge. Wanting to be a good colleague and teammate, I volunteered to join the ranks of the passionate bicycle commuting posse - albeit on a part-time basis. - [Top 10 Blogs of 2015: Part 2](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/top-10-blogs-of-2015-part-2/) - Just a quick recap - when we last left you, you had just discovered that we write some pretty stellar blogs. You'd dutifully read blogs 6-10 and relived the magic of the written word, but you likely felt unsatisfied. Left wanting more. Amiright? Well, worry no more, here are blogs 1-5. Counting down in reverse - [Did You Know? BWC & BSC Offer More Recognition Opportunities](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-best-workplaces-best-sites-for-commuters-offer-more-recognition-opportunities/) - For our Champions who are looking to earn even more national recognition, Best Workplace for Commuters and Best Sites for Commuters, gives businesses and properties an additional opportunity to showcase their benefits and dedication to sustainable transportation. - [Did You Know: Guaranteed Ride Home Is As Easy As It Sounds](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-guaranteed-ride-home-is-as-easy-as-it-sounds/) - Need a reason to check out Guaranteed Ride Home? Check out this personal account from Business Development Manager, Jonathan Bollhoefer. - [Celebrating More Champions - 8 Days to Go](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/celebrating-more-champions-8-days-to-go/) - We are officially 8 days away from our Champions Ceremony. See how Platinum Level Champion, GMU, handles transportation demand for their faculty, students, staff and visitors! - [ICYMI: Weekly Wrap (January 12-16)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/icymi-weekly-wrap-january-12-16/) - Click through and read this week's top news. Lots of it - some good, some bad and some even, ugly. - [Residential Highlight: The View at Liberty Center](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/residential-highlight-the-view-at-liberty-center/) - See why The View at Liberty Center is a shining example of a Gold Level Residential Champion in the latest Residential Highlight! - [Champions Ceremony Countdown: 13 days](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions-ceremony-countdown-13-days/) - Less than 2 weeks away from our big Champions event. Find out which Champion's executive staff bikes to the office regularly. #WalkTheWalk - [Even More Champions: 15 days to go](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/even-more-champions-15-days-to-go/) - 15 days to go - get the inside scoop on how Virginia Hospital Center is rocking it out as a Gold Champion! Hint: It involves free bus rides on select ART routes. - [ICYMI: Weekly Wrap (January 5-9)](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/icymi-weekly-wrap-january-5-9/) - Biking keeps you young plus other things you probably missed this week! Also, snow. Lots of it... - [CarFreeAtoZ - Trip Planning Tool Updates](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/carfreeatoz-trip-planning-tool-updates/) - CarFreeAtoZ has moved out of beta testing and is ready for you to try the comprehensive trip planning tool! Discover your best transit option and see how much money you can save and how many pounds you can lose when you choose to take public transportation. - [ATP Celebrates Champions - 20 days & counting](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/atp-celebrates-champions-20-days-counting/) - 20 days to our big event! See what long term partner, The Nature Conservancy, does to make the commute easier for their employees in Arlington County. - [Did You Know: Companies Benefit from Transportation Surveys](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-companies-benefit-from-transportation-surveys/) - Did you know your company could benefit from a complimentary transportation survey? See how ATP can help! - [Countdown to Champions Ceremony: 21 days](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/countdown-to-champions-ceremony-21-days/) - Join us as we countdown to our 1st annual Champions Ceremony, happening later this month. Recognizing and honoring our top Champions, take a look inside at how PAE is making a difference here in Arlington County. - [FAQ: SmarTrip® 101](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/faq-smartrip-101/) - All your SmarTrip card questions have been answered - check out our new FAQ! - [Urban Village Highlight: Shirlington](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/urban-village-highlight-shirlington/) - Get off the Metro line and on to the bus to discover all Arlington County has to offer. Check out our latest Urban Village highlight of Shirlington! - [Did You Know: Champions Case Studies](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-champions-case-studies/) - Curious about the value of our Champions program? Check out our new case studies that provide perspective on transportation programs and tell a great story of how people choose to commute! - [New Crystal City WalkAbout from WalkArlington](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/new-crystal-city-walkabout-from-walkarlington/) - WalkArlington is getting ready to debut their new WalkAbout in Crystal City. You can join the fun on April 17, 2015 and experience the new route with other walking enthusiasts. More details inside! - [Celebrate Earth Day with Transportation](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/celebrate-earth-day-with-transportation/) - Happy Earth Day - see how you can Reduce, Reuse and Recycle when you choose more sustainable transportation options! - [Champion of the Month: Consumer Electronics Association](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champion-of-the-month-consumer-electronics-association/) - May's Champion of the Month is CEA. Find out why this stellar company is not only a Platinum Level Champion, but why we're excited to work with them in the future! - [Bridj Launches in DC](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/bridj-launches-in-dc/) - Business Development Manager, Brendan Casey, tried Bridj for his morning commute. Check out his first hand experience on this new transit service. - [Commuting on a Rainy Day](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/commuting-on-a-rainy-day/) - Do you bike or walk on your commute to work? Check out these tips for how to stay safe and dry during wet weather! - [Boeing Welcomes Employees to New Crystal City Complex](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/boeing-welcomes-employees-to-new-crystal-city-complex/) - Boeing, a brand new Champion, opens a new facility in Crystal City - complete with great transportation amenities. - [Calling ALL MODELS!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/calling-all-models/) - We are looking for 10 models to participate in our Spring photo shoot, happening May 30! - [Congratulations 2014 Platinum Champions](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/congratulations-2014-platinum-champions/) - Arlington County Platinum Level Champions celebrated in front of the County Board. See which companies in Arlington offer the best transportation amenities and programs. - [Property & Development Highlight: Ballston Point](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/property-development-highlight-ballston-point/) - Ballston Point is surrounded by numerous transportation options and features an incredible WalkScore of 96. See what this building has to offer! - [Bike to Work Day Recap: Waterview](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/bike-to-work-day-recap-waterview/) - Keara Mehlert, Business Development Manager, hosted a Bike to Work Day event for the Waterview development on May 15, 2015. Check out her recap and see what this great commercial property offers its tenants! - [ATP Anniversaries: Keara Mehlert Celebrates 3 Years](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/atp-anniversaries-keara-mehlert-celebrates-3-years/) - Keara Mehlert, Property & Development Services Business Development Manager, celebrates 3 years at ATP. We take a look back at all she's accomplished! - [Champion of the Month: SRA International](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champion-of-the-month-sra-international/) - Check out June's Champion of the Month, SRA International. This company has been a Platinum Level Champion since our pilot program in 2013. See why we're recognizing them this month (and the amazing program they just launched this Summer)! - [Schools: A Successful Spring and an Engaging Autumn](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/schools-a-successful-spring-and-an-engaging-autumn/) - Elizabeth Denton, Business Development Manager for Schools, wraps up her first semester working with APS to improve sustainable transportation for Arlington Public Schools, the County's largest employer. Check out her experience in this blog - [Breathe Healthy, Arlington](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/breathe-healthy-arlington/) - Looking to positively impact air quality in Arlington County? Read our latest blog to see how employers, residents, schools and visitors can take steps to making the County a healthier, more sustainable destination. - [Champion of the Month: Swanson Middle School](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champion-of-the-month-swanson-middle-school/) - Read about July's Champion of the Month - Swanson Middle School. Since October 2014, ATP has been working with Arlington Public Schools. This month's Champion is recognized as the first school to join the recognition program! - [#NetworkWithChampions at Arlington Rooftop Recap](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/networkwithchampions-at-arlington-rooftop-recap/) - Big thank you to all our Champions and guests who attended #NetworkWithChampions last night at Arlington Rooftop. Read on for full details of the event! - [Champion of the Month: Eastern Research Group, Inc](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champion-of-the-month-eastern-research-group-inc/) - November's Champion of the Month is Eastern Research Group, Inc (ERG), for their amazing involvement in Champions, to not only jump up to Platinum Level, but to also give their employees even better amenities and benefits. - [Transportation Demand Management is What Helps Arlington Thrive](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-transportation-demand-management-is-what-helps-arlington-thrive/) - You've heard of ATP, sort of. You think you know what we do, but you want more than an elevator speech. Great, this blog is for you. - [Champion of the Month: Lincoln Property Company](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champion-of-the-month-lincoln-property-company/) - As our final Champion of the Month for 2015, ATP is recognizing Lincoln Property Company for their involvement in Champions and efforts in implementing transportation programs at commercial properties in Arlington. With five office buildings enrolled in Champions, including 1776 Wilson (Gold Level), Courthouse Tower (Gold Level), and three properties in the Colonial Place development - [Five Great Tips for Holiday Travel](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/five-great-tips-for-holiday-travel/) - 1. Take transit to the airport or bus/train station Parking at most airports or bus/train terminals can be exceedingly expensive. Parking at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) costs $15 per day, minimum. That can add up quickly when you are gone for a week or two visiting family. Compare that to a Metro trip - [New Bicycle Friendly Business Award Winners](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/new-bicycle-friendly-business-award-winners/) - The most recent round of Bicycle Friendly Business Awards were just announced, and ATP is excited to celebrate eight Arlington businesses and properties that are being nationally recognized for their efforts in promoting bicycling to employees. This brings the total number of Bicycle Friendly Businesses in Arlington to 36. Gold Acme Pie Company Silver 800 - [Happy Holidays from ATP](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/happy-holidays-from-atp/) - Thank you to all our Champions, clients and colleagues for a fantastic 2015. We look forward to working with you in 2016, and making Arlington County an even better place to live, work and play. Happy Holidays to you and yours! But also...doesn't that one guy totally look like John Krasinki? Uncanny! - [Champion of the Month: Vornado/Charles E. Smith](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champion-of-the-month-vornadocharles-e-smith/) - Vornado properties, The Crystal Squares, Crystal Plazas, Crystal Malls and Crystal Parks have worked hard this summer to implement various programs to encourage sustainable transportation modes, while mitigating the traffic impact int he Crystal City neighborhood. This is why Vornado/Charles E. Smith is our August Champion of the Month. - [Did You Know? Parking is Expensive](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-parking-is-expensive/) - Curious how property owners, businesses and employees can reduce parking costs? Check out our tips & tricks inside, because parking is expensive! - [Biking with the New Comfort Map from BikeArlington](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/comfort-biking-with-the-new-comfort-map-from-bikearlington/) - Bike comfortably around Arlington County when you use BikeArlington's new Comfort Map! - [Telework Tax Credit for Your Business](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/telework-tax-credit-for-your-business/) - Interested in adding telework as an employee benefit? Check out this blog - ATP and Telework!VA have teamed up to help your business thrive. - [Welcome Back to School – Champions Style](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/welcome-back-to-school-champions-style/) - Staff and students returned to the classroom this week and the 2015-2016 school year is in full swing. See how APS and ATP can work together to make schools healthy, safe and sustainable. - [Champion of the Month: E.G. Reinsch Companies](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champion-of-the-month-e-g-reinsch-companies/) - Find out why September's Champion of the Month is not only well deserved, but also serves as a great example for other Arlington County residential communities. - [Did You Know? ATP Partners with Local Businesses](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-atp-partners-with-local-businesses/) - Did you know, we couldn't do all that we do, without the help of a few local partners? We want to say thank you, but also work with YOUR local business to better Arlington County. - [Try Transit Week – September 21-25](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/try-transit-week-september-21-25-2/) - There are tons of great reasons to try transit, but the Pope's visit this week gives you a BIG reason. See what we suggest. - [Today is Car Free Day](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/today-is-car-free-day-2/) - Ready to try commuting without a car? Car Free Day is today and it's the perfect time to try a different commute - rail, bike, bus, telework or 'pool. There's an option for everyone. - [Best New Amenity for Office Buildings? Free Bike Tune Ups](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/best-new-amenity-for-office-buildings-free-bike-tune-ups-2/) - Looking for an easy way to engage tenants and promote sustainable transportation options at your property? Consider offering free onsite bike tune ups to employees who already bike to work or are thinking of switching to two wheels for their commute. - [Cold Weather Tips for Your Commute](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/cold-weather-tips-for-your-commute/) - Winter is coming, but don't let that stop you from enjoying active transportation! - [BID Highlight: Rosslyn](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/bid-highlight-rosslyn/) - The Rosslyn BID has helped turn the urban village into a desirable business hub, with plans to bring even more residents and visitors to its streets. See what the BID has in store for Rosslyn and how they've been a vital part of Rosslyn's transformation. - [Champion of the Month: Army Navy Country Club](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champion-of-the-month-army-navy-country-club/) - Find out why October's Champion of the Month is not only well-deserved, but also serves as a great example for other Arlington County employers. - [Exciting Real Estate Developments in Rosslyn](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/building-tour-highlights-exciting-real-estate-developments-in-rosslyn-2/) - Roof decks, bike parking, lobby renovations, fitness centers – these are just some of the new features and projects that were highlighted on a recent tour of commercial buildings and development projects in Rosslyn. - [Did You Know? Adopting a Bus Stop is Easy](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/did-you-know-adopting-a-bus-stop-is-easy-2/) - Adopting a bus stop is easy and it's a great way to get involved in the local community. Let ATP help you be an Arlington advocate! - [Schools Champions are on a Roll](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/schools-champions-are-on-a-roll/) - Arlington Public Schools joined Champions this year. Continue reading to see how many schools are making a difference in the community by making a commitment to sustainable transportation. - [ATP’s New Year’s Resolutions!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/atps-new-years-resolutions/) - Check out the ATP staff's commuting resolutions for 2014! - [Busy Start to 2014 for Metro](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/busy-start-to-2014-for-metro/) - Last week’s polar vortex issues aside, WMATA has had a busy first couple of weeks this month, as they announced some exciting and interesting new developments that will have a direct impact on Metro customers down the road. In case you missed them, check out the details of these changes below! - [Arlington Nonprofits Find Ways to Make Commuting Easier](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/arlington-nonprofits-find-ways-to-make-commuting-easier/) - ATP works with a variety of employers in the county that range in size and industry, from large government contractors to small, independent daycare facilities, and we understand that it can take time and money to implement and manage a commuter benefits program for employees. However, we’ve found that many of the nonprofits in Arlington have gone above and beyond to make commuting easier for employees while encouraging a healthy and socially engaged culture throughout the organization. - [Maps Help Employers Gain Insight on Employees’ Commutes](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/maps-help-employers-gain-insight-on-employees-commutes/) - Where do your employees live? Most businesses and HR professionals probably already have a good idea where most of their staff resides, and could easily find that information in their records. However, what if you had a visual that showed you all of the staff’s home zip codes? Chances are, you might be surprised by what you see! - [New Survey Highlights Growing Support for Biking and Walking](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/new-survey-highlights-growing-support-for-biking-and-walking/) - Earlier this summer, the Urban Land Institute, a non-profit research organization focused on land-use and real estate development, held an event on Bicycle Friendly Design. As a follow up to the event, ULI conducted a survey of its members to see where they stand on bike-related trends and ideas. The results show growing support for biking and walking among the real estate development community. - [Three Steps Towards Happier Employees](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/three-steps-towards-happier-employees/) - Commuting and transportation can have a significant effect on an employee’s mental and physical health, which can ultimately affect their mood and work performance during the day. Check out these three effective strategies that can boost employee satisfaction and productivity while improving your company’s bottom line. - [Test Your Commute Day is Thursday!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/test-your-commute-day-is-thursday/) - As part of National Preparedness Month, this week is Community Preparedness Week in Arlington! In addition to making a general plan and staying informed, it’s important to consider what your alternative transportation options are – that’s why Test Your Commute Day on September 26th is a great opportunity to try a different mode of transportation for your commute to and from work! - [Fall Weather is Just Around the Corner](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/fall-weather-is-just-around-the-corner/) - With the coming change of seasons, now is a great time to reevaluate your commute. With fall’s arrival we can begin to appreciate cooler temperatures, lower humidity, and beautiful fall foliage. If you’ve been interested in trying to commute to work by bicycle, now is an ideal time of year to give it a shot; or if you’re already an avid bike commuter, you’re probably thinking about switching to some warmer clothing. For those that prefer to take transit, fall offers some of the most pleasant conditions for your walk to the bus or Metro stop. - [Seeing The Sights By Bike](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/seeing-the-sights-by-bike/) - A recent article in The Washington Post Express highlights the growing number of hotels in the D.C. area that are now providing bikes for guests to use during their stay. This trend is just another part of the growing bicycle culture in the region, as more employees, residents and visitors are seeking an easier and more efficient way to get around. - [Transit Benefits: A Little Bit Can Go A Long Way](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/transit-benefits-a-little-bit-can-go-a-long-way/) - Does your company provide a pre-tax commuter benefit for use on public transit? Perhaps it's time to consider increasing the benefit and offering a combination or direct subsidy to employees! By encouraging employees to choose an alternative commute mode, your company can see increased productivity and satisfaction from the staff, while improving your bottom line. - [3 Ways To Incorporate Employee Health Into Your Company’s Culture](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/3-ways-to-incorporate-employee-health-into-your-companys-culture/) - The health of employees can have a significant impact on an organization’s bottom line, and more companies are looking for ways to incorporate wellness at the workplace and through their employee benefit programs. In addition to reducing health care costs, a wellness program can reduce absenteeism, improve productivity, and boost employee morale at the office. Check out these three ways your company can promote and support healthy lifestyles among employees and make wellness a permanent part of your organization’s culture. - [More Bicycle Friendly Businesses In Arlington!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/more-bicycle-friendly-businesses-in-arlington/) - Six Arlington businesses, properties, and organizations were announced today as new Bicycle Friendly Businesses (BFB) by the League of American Bicyclists! They join 19 other companies in the county that have been nationally recognized for their efforts to encourage a more bike-friendly environment at the workplace. - [Take Advantage Of Open Enrollment!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/take-advantage-of-open-enrollment/) - Get the word out to your employees today and encourage them to take advantage of your company’s commuter programs! Remember, ATP is your transportation and commuting expert for employee events! - [Adding Bike Amenities To Increase Marketability](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/adding-bike-amenities-to-increase-marketability/) - As part of their plan to attract tenants in a competitive residential market, the Park Georgetown Apartments in Rosslyn will be converting the complex's unused basements into new bike storage facilities! With it's convenient location and access to bike trails in the county, there is growing demand among residents for easy and secure bike storage. As Arlington and DC becomes more bike-friendly, these are becoming highly sought after amenities in multi-family residential properties in the region. - [Are You Aware Of Potential Transit Benefit Changes?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/are-you-aware-of-potential-transit-benefit-changes/) - Do you receive a transit commuter benefit through your employer to use on Metro, bus, vanpools, or other transit options? Your pre-tax or subsidized benefit could change significantly come January 1st, 2014 if Congress fails to enact new legislation that would maintain the current maximum monthly amount at $245. - [Behavior Change: Helping You Make Decisions](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/behavior-change-helping-you-make-decisions/) - Last month I attended the Behavior, Energy and Climate Change conference in Sacramento, CA. In its seventh year, the conference brings together experts and practitioners interested in understanding more about individual and organizational behavior, and how it relates to climate change, energy usage, sustainable practices, and more. - [Employer Branding – What Matters To Your Organization?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/employer-branding-what-matters-to-your-organization/) - How does your organization or business attract and retain the best employees? Employer branding has become a major element of companies’ recruiting processes as finding top talent becomes more and more competitive. - [Zen Around The City](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/zen-around-the-city/) - Join BikeArlington and other "bike-curious" women at Zen Around The City next week on September 4th! This is a great ladies-only event that will have tips on bicycling in the city, as well as some light yoga, healthy food, and a gift bag for attendees! Make sure you sign up today! - [Getting To Metrorail: More Options For Commuters](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/getting-to-metrorail-more-options-for-commuters/) - Recent data from the Metrorail Passenger Survey shows that a number of Park and Ride commuters live within 1-3 miles of the closest Metro, yet still drive and leave their cars there during the day. While it might seem easier just to get in the car, with a little planning and preparation, options like biking, walking, or the local bus are great ways to go the short distance to Metrorail stations! - [Employers Make A Difference In Arlington County](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/employers-make-a-difference-in-arlington-county/) - At Arlington Transportation Partners, we work every day with employers in Arlington County to assist them in implementing programs such as transit benefits, telework, bicycle initiatives, and many others. Through ATP’s Workplace Commute Champions (WCC) program, we will be highlighting employers who are leading examples in the county in offering these commuter programs and benefits to their employees. - [June 20th Is Dump The Pump Day!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/june-20th-is-dump-the-pump-day/) - Next Thursday, June 20 is National Dump the Pump Day, sponsored by the American Public Transportation Association! In its 8th year, Dump the Pump Day is a national celebration that encourages drivers to leave their car at home for the day and instead use public transit to get to work, school, or run errands. Save money and improve your mental and physical health by riding public transit next Thursday! - [My New Commute(s): Why I Love Having Options](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/my-new-commutes-why-i-love-having-options/) - Moving from Arlington to DC meant having to figure out a new commute and other transportation alternatives to get to work. After several conversations with coworkers, some google mapping, and research on the web, turns out I have multiple options for commuting! While biking is still my primary transportation mode, I now have several backup choices and routes that I can take when things don’t go as planned. - [Bicycle Friendly by Design](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/bicycle-friendly-by-design/) - Last week, I attended and Urban Land Institute hosted event - The Next Generation of Bicycle Friendly Building Design. The event was geared primarily toward real estate professionals, and provided information about the growing popularity of bicycling both as a commuting mode, and as a mode for everyday trip making. Panelists covered a variety of topics, speaking to a sold out room, about a number of bicycling trends and innovations. - [How Well Do You Know Your Employees?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-well-do-you-know-your-employees/) - Conducting a commute survey among employees is a great way to get started on planning a customized commuter benefits program for your company! This simple tool can help organizations understand the commuting habits and transportation needs of employees, while also getting an idea of what programs may work and what may not work. Get started with your employee survey today - ATP can help! - [ATP Is Headed To San Antonio!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/atp-is-headed-to-san-antonio/) - Next week, the ATP staff along with several of our colleagues from partner organizations will be attending the Association for Commuter Transportation International Conference in San Antonio, Texas. We are very excited to hear about different topics and see what other cities are doing to reduce congestion and encourage alternative modes of transportation! - [Hilton Garden Inn Shirlington Is A Best Workplace For Commuters!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/hilton-garden-inn-shirlington-is-a-best-workplace-for-commuters/) - As one of over 40 hotels in the county, we’re thrilled that the Hilton Garden Inn Shirlington is the first Arlington hotel designated as a Best Workplace for Commuters! The hotel went through a detailed application process to highlight the various programs, incentives, and services they offer to improve employees’ commutes and make it easier to get to work. The hotel has also been recognized as a Platinum level participant in ATP’s Workplace Commute Champions program for its efforts in encouraging alternative modes of transportation among staff and guests. Great work Hilton Garden Inn Shirlington! - [Now That’s An Alternative Commute Mode…](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/now-thats-an-alternative-commute-mode/) - Here at ATP, we are all about making people aware of the various transportation options available in the area and encouraging residents and workers to try different modes of commuting besides driving alone. However, there are a few commuters in the area and elsewhere that have chosen some rather unique forms of transportation to get to work. Some of these we would only recommend for the highly skilled, but if your commute lets you skip sitting in traffic, saves you some money, and helps you get exercise during the day, then you have our full support! - [Kids and Commuting: What Are The Options?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/kids-and-commuting-what-are-the-options/) - While traveling by car may seem like the only option when shuffling kids from one location to the next, there are alternatives for parents who want to avoid traffic on the way to work and perhaps save money on their transportation costs. Here are some simple tips and ideas to consider that can help reduce commuting stress, improve productivity at work, and still get your kids where they need to be. - [Are You Ready For Walk @ Lunch Day 2013?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/are-you-ready-for-walk-lunch-day-2013/) - Don't forget - National Walk @ Lunch Day is on Wednesday! We have created a special highlights video to show you some of the planning and hard work we have been doing to get ready for all of our participants! - check it out here! Are you ready to walk? - [How Your Company Can Take Advantage of National Bike Month](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-your-company-can-take-advantage-of-national-bike-month/) - Did you know that May is National Bike Month? Sponsored by the League of American Bicyclists, this month long celebration is a great opportunity to get out and ride on two wheels and encourage your friends and coworkers to do so as well! Over the next few weeks, take advantage of National Bike Month and make your organization a bike-friendly workplace for employees. Check out some of these events and programs that are perfect ways to get started! - [Check Out Our Walk at Lunch Highlights Video!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/check-out-our-walk-at-lunch-highlights-video/) - If you were unable to attend Walk @ Lunch on April 24th, watch our new video to see what you missed! It was a great event and we hope to see all of you back next year! - [Is Your Organization A Workplace Commute Champion?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/is-your-organization-a-workplace-commute-champion/) - ATP is excited to announce the start of our new recognition program, Workplace Commute Champions! Employees who have less stressful and easier commutes are typically happier and more productive during the workday - which is a great reason for employers to be proactive in making it easier to get to work! If your organization has implemented transportation programs or is interested in providing more commuter benefits to employees, you could be a Workplace Commute Champion - get started today and register by May 31st! - [Become a Workplace Commute Champion in 3 Easy Steps!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/become-a-workplace-commute-champion-in-3-easy-steps/) - There's only a week left to register your organization in ATP's Workplace Commute Champions (WCC) program! If you haven't heard about it yet, WCC is a new program we have started this year to recognize Arlington County employers for their efforts to make commuting easier for employees through transportation benefits and other innovative strategies. Your company can earn local and national recognition as well as great prizes for your commitment to improving employees' commutes - just follow these three simple steps! - [Ditch The Gym For Your Commute!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/ditch-the-gym-for-your-commute/) - 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! - [This Spring, Keep These Dates In Mind!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/this-spring-keep-these-dates-in-mind/) - 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! - [Get Involved In The Future of Your Commute!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/get-involved-in-the-future-of-your-commute/) - Do you have an opinion about your current commute to work? Are there any issues, concerns, or comments you would want to share? Well this month, there are several opportunities for Arlington employees and residents to share their thoughts on changes to local transit service as well as plans for future transportation projects in the county. If these proposals could potentially affect you and your commute, check out these dates and let your voice be heard! - [Highlights from the Women’s National Bicycling Forum](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/highlights-from-the-womens-national-bicycling-forum/) - Last week, one of ATP’s Business Development Managers, Elizabeth Floyd, attended the National Women’s Bicycling Forum in DC, which preceded the League of American Bicyclists’ National Bike Summit. This daylong forum featured numerous speakers in a variety of sessions that discussed topics such as how to inspire more women to bike, encouraging bike shops to cater more towards women, and the physical infrastructure and safety issues that encourage or discourage female cyclists. Read more to learn about some of the interesting takeaways from the forum! - [Helping Out The New Hire](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/helping-out-the-new-hire/) - A new commute can be stressful for an employee, especially if they are relocating from a different city, and it can take some time to figure out the best way to get to and from work. To make the transition easier, there are several things that employers can do to make new hires aware of all their transportation options. Read here for tips on how to help your new employee be prepared and informed for all their commuting needs! - [Leaving The Car At Home Means Losing The Extra Pounds](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/leaving-the-car-at-home-means-losing-the-extra-pounds/) - A new study shows that car commuters gain more weight than non-car commuters, even with additional exercise! This Spring, change up your commuting routine and incorporate biking and walking into your daily trips. With plenty of events coming up over the next couple months, it's a great time to get together with coworkers or neighbors and start working towards your health goals! - [Get Ready For More Capital Bikeshare Stations In Arlington!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/get-ready-for-more-capital-bikeshare-stations-in-arlington/) - Join us at 9am this Thursday as Arlington County Board Chair Walter Tejada officially opens the station at Walter Reed Community Center – the first of over 30 new stations in the county that will be installed in the coming months! Members of the public are welcome to attend as we celebrate the expansion of an affordable, simple, and convenient mode of transportation for county residents, workers, and visitors. - [Guaranteed Ride Home a Guaranteed Success!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/guaranteed-ride-home-a-guaranteed-success/) - For commuters who carpool/vanpool, ride transit, bike, or walk to work, signing up for the Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) program gives the peace of mind of having a backup plan in case of an emergency or unscheduled overtime. To hear more about what participants actually think about the program, read here to see the preliminary results of the GRH customer satisfaction survey! - [Bicycle Amenities: How Does Your Residential Building Compare?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/bicycle-amenities-how-does-your-residential-building-compare/) - Bike-friendly features are becoming must-have amenities in residential buildings throughout the Arlington and DC area. As the number of cyclists on the roads continues to increase, more and more residents are looking for properties that will provide perks such as secured bike parking, maintenance rooms, and easy access to bike facilities. Read here to learn more about what other properties are doing to meet the needs of residents with two wheels. - [Real-Time Screens to New Tunnels: Metro’s Future Plans](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/real-time-screens-to-new-tunnels-metros-future-plans/) - Two plans recently announced by Metro aim to improve riders' experience and prepare for the long-term needs of the system. Real-time arrival screens will be installed in the coming months at bus stops around the region, while the strategic plan proposes major infrastructure improvements over the next several decades. Read here to learn more about how these potential changes could impact your commute! - [Focusing On The Good Commutes](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/focusing-on-the-good-commutes/) - While we hear a lot about the delays, disruptions, and overall bad commutes that riders have on Metro, we often wonder - what about the "good" commutes? How many times do you have an uneventful and hassle-free trip on public transit? If your commute isn't memorable, that's probably a good thing! Too often the focus and attention is on the negative aspects and we forget that most of time, our commutes really aren't that bad! Read about one ATP employee's successful weekend traveling around (without a car!) on various forms of transportation. - [Another ATP Travelblog - Mobility in Costa Rica](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/another-atp-travelblog-mobility-in-costa-rica/) - 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. - [Keeping Transportation Personal in a Digital Age](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/keeping-transportation-personal-in-a-digital-age/) - 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. - [5 Reasons to Participate in Telework Week](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/5-reasons-to-participate-in-telework-week/) - 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! - [What’s New At ATP?](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/whats-new-at-atp/) - ATP now has Metro maps available as well as publications available in Spanish! Read here for more information! - [Prepare Your Commute Recap](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/prepare-your-commute-recap/) - Our Prepare Your Commute seminar was a great success! Check out the recap video and read about what was covered! - [I Bike To Work and I Like It](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/i-bike-to-work-and-i-like-it/) - After getting over a few barriers, I've finally started biking to work! - [Learn About LEED and Transportation at Upcoming Event](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/learn-about-leed-and-transportation-at-upcoming-event/) - Learn more about the important connections between transportation, commuting and LEED at an upcoming event sponsored by Mobility Lab. - [Post-Thanksgiving Commuting](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/post-thanksgiving-commuting/) - The way you commute to work can help keep off the pounds this holiday season! - [Behavior Changes and Commuting: Making It Easier](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/behavior-changes-and-commuting-making-it-easier/) - An ATP employee talks about her time at the Behavior, Energy, and Climate Change conference and reflects on her own behavior change experience with transportation. - [New On The ATP Website: Client Highlights](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/new-on-the-atp-website-client-highlights/) - Our clients are doing great things in Arlington County. Check out the new highlights section on our website to read about the transportation programs and strategies they have implemented! - [Metro News and Updates](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/metro-news-and-updates/) - Read up on the latest about Metro, including SmarTrip features, survey results, and plans for the Inauguration! - [Help Preserve Commuter Benefits!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/help-preserve-commuter-benefits/) - Transportation tax benefits make it easier for employees to get to work everyday. Show your support for this important program! - [Commuting Trends in Arlington](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/commuting-trends-in-arlington/) - Transit and bike ridership in the county is growing. Are you part of the trend? - [Safe Travels and Happy Holidays from ATP!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/safe-travels-and-happy-holidays-from-atp/) - Whether you are heading out of town, or staying around DC for the next, we want to wish you safe and happy holidays! Read here for a list of holiday schedules for local transit systems in the area. - [Commuting Resolutions For the New Year](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/commuting-resolutions-for-the-new-year/) - Check out these commuting ideas to help you achieve your New Year's resolutions in 2013! Whether you're trying to lose weight, save money, or just be happier overall, the way you get to work can have a significant impact on your lifestyle. Try one of these commuting modes and get your New Year started off right! - [Let ATP Be Part of Your Next Health or Benefit Fair!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/let-atp-be-part-of-your-next-health-or-benefit-fair/) - Need a transportation expert at your company or property's next health/benefit fair? ATP can provide the most current information to your employees or residents about the area's commuting and transportation options! - [Arlington Streetcar Part of Nationwide Trend](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/arlington-streetcar-part-of-nationwide-trend/) - As Arlington and Washington DC embark on their ambitious streetcar plans, they are part of a growing trend toward streetcar resurgence across the Nation! - [Check Out ATP’s New Video Series!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/check-out-atps-new-video-series/) - ATP's fun new video series looks at the different transportation modes you can use to get to work - watch the first episode today! - [Join Us At These September Events!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/join-us-at-these-september-events/) - September is going to be busy...Check out this summary of upcoming events for the month! - [Groundbreaking in Crystal City](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/groundbreaking-in-crystal-city/) - The Metro Station Will Gain a New Look - [National Bike Challenge Recap](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/national-bike-challenge-recap/) - Congrats to the ATP, whose seven-member team logged over 2,200 miles this summer! - [Leading the Way Toward a Walkable Future](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/leading-the-way-toward-a-walkable-future/) - A recap of the Urban Land Institute and George Washington University symposium on Walkable Urban Places and Real Estate - [Prepare Your Commute With ATP!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/prepare-your-commute-with-atp/) - It's Emergency Preparedness Month! Are you aware of all your transportation options in the event of an emergency? - [Capital Bikeshare Turns 2!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/capital-bikeshare-turns-2/) - Celebrate Capital Bikeshare's 2nd birthday by getting out and hopping on one of the red bikes throughout Arlington, DC and Alexandria! - [A Bike Ride in Arlington - Courtesy of Bikeplanner.org](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/a-bike-ride-in-arlington-courtesy-of-bikeplanner-org/) - Looking for the flattest, quickest, or most bike-friendly route? Bikeplanner.org is a great tool for finding the best directions for your bike trips! - [The Link Between Transit and Public Health](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/the-link-between-transit-and-public-health/) - Did you know that your commute has a significant impact on your overall well being? Research has shown that non-driving modes of transportation can have a positive effect on public health! - [Stay Visible On Your Commute!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/stay-visible-on-your-commute/) - It's getting darker and darker each day...make sure you're visible to other road users if you bike or walk to work! - [Five Reasons to Dump the Pump](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/five-reasons-to-dump-the-pump/) - In honor of National Dump the Pump Day, here are five reasons why you should make the switch to public transit today! - [A Public Service Announcement from Bike Arlington](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/a-public-service-announcement-from-bike-arlington/) - A public service announcement on bicycle safety from Bike Arlington - cross posted from Mobility Lab! - [Capital Bikeshare is Expanding in Arlington!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/capital-bikeshare-is-expanding-in-arlington/) - The draft final Capital Bikeshare Expansion Plan has been released! Attend the public meeting on July 11 to learn more about the plan and share your thoughts! - [Jump on the Bicycle Bandwagon](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/jump-on-the-bicycle-bandwagon/) - The popularity of bicycling in the DC/Arlington region has shown no signs of slowing down this summer...read here to learn more about some exciting new developments in the bike community! - [Adventures in Rail Travel - My First Vacation by Train](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/adventures-in-rail-travel-my-first-vacation-by-train/) - A recap of my rail-vacation to Lake Placid, NY, and pros and cons of traveling by train. - [How to Enjoy Your Commute](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/how-to-enjoy-your-commute/) - Riding transit instead of driving to work can actually make your commute a productive and enjoyable experience! Check out these activities you can do on the Metro or bus! - [Stay Informed With ATP!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/stay-informed-with-atp/) - Connect with ATP through Facebook, Twitter, and our newsletter, eSolutions, to stay up date on all things commuting and transportation related! - [Columbia Pike Streetcar Plan is Approved](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/columbia-pike-streetcar-plan-is-approved/) - The Arlington County Board voted last night to approve the plans for a streetcar system on Columbia Pike. What do you think about the project? - [Comment on the Capital Bikeshare Expansion!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/comment-on-the-capital-bikeshare-expansion/) - Capital Bikeshare is expanding in Arlington! Share your comments on the draft final plan through Friday, June 27! - [Back from Savannah: ACT Conference Recap](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/back-from-savannah-act-conference-recap/) - Check out some highlights from this year's Association for Commuter Transportation conference! - [Thursday List: My Favorite Transportation Experiences in the DC Metro Area](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/thursday-list-my-favorite-transportation-experiences-in-the-dc-metro-area/) - A list of the most pleasant experiences I've had during my commute and daily travels in DC, Arlington and beyond. - [Leaving Work at 5:30](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/leaving-work-at-530/) - Corporate culture seems to punish those who leave work at 5:30pm, yet evidence proves flexible work schedules are beneficial. - [Super Commuters](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/super-commuters/) - Super Commuters are those commuters who travel 100+ miles for work and often do so by airplane. What does the weekly commute look like for super commuters, how much would it cost, and would you ever try it? Read this article and take our poll. - [Bus Riding for Beginners](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/bus-riding-for-beginners/) - Buses are an easy and affordable way to get around Arlington and DC. Read here to learn about some interesting and cool tools that both new and experienced bus riders can use to improve their commutes! - [Sunscreen for Commuters](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/sunscreen-for-commuters/) - May is National Bike Month and National Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Do you wear sunscreen when you commute? You should. - [(Bicycle) Friendly and I Know It](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/bicycle-friendly-and-i-know-it/) - Arlington is a designated Bicycle Friendly Community, and home to a growing number of Bicycle Friendly Businesses. Wouldn't your organization like to be one of them? Contact us, we can help!www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com - [Public Transportation Vacation](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/public-transportation-vacation/) - With 875,000 Washingtonians predicted to drive somewhere for their Memorial Day weekend, does the thought of sitting in bumper-to-bumper traffic scare you? Fear not, a public transportation vacation is the way to go! - [Stay Cool, Commuters!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/stay-cool-commuters/) - It's hot out there, folks! Here are some tips to help you deal with the heat during your commute to work! - [Save the Date! Upcoming June Events](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/save-the-date-upcoming-june-events/) - Click here for a roundup of various transportation and commuter-related events happening this month! - [Getting on Board with Telework](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/getting-on-board-with-telework/) - Not sure if a telework program could work at your company? Think again! Here are some strategies and solutions to help you implement and administer a successful program at your workplace. - [Important Changes Coming to Metro](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/important-changes-coming-to-metro/) - Click here for an update on all the Metro changes happening this summer! - [Help WMATA Develop the Next Generation Metro Map](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/help-wmata-develop-the-next-generation-metro-map/) - WMATA is giving people the opportunity to weigh in on the design of the next Metro map. This is your chance to offer feedback to make sure the next map meets your needs as a commuter! The survey is quick - it takes less than 10 minutes. - [Try Transit Week](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/try-transit-week/) - The week of September 19 - 23 is Try Transit Week. www.trytransitweek.com/Virginians are challenged to try transit at least once to get to where they need to go. You could carpool to work, take the metro to dinner or catch a bus to the mall. Using transit is a great way to get wherever you need to go while saving money along the way. Read more at ArlingtonTransit.com. - [ATP and Social Media](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/atp-and-social-media/) - Stay up to date with ATP on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. - [DC Drivers Lose 71 Hours Annually in Traffic](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/dc-drivers-lose-71-hours-annually-in-traffic/) - The Today Show highlighted the worst commuting cities for drivers yesterday and DC lead the pack with 71 hours lost per driver per day. As much as we all want to see the economy completely recover we would probably prefer to have it not affect our commute. The truth however, is it will. - [New Tool Lets You Search for Housing Near Public Transportation](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/new-tool-lets-you-search-for-housing-near-public-transportation/) - Where you live is an important factor in determining the ease with which you can use public transportation in your daily commute. And, in an area as big large as the Washington, DC metro area, identifying those options can be a pretty daunting process. Luckily, the good people at Walkscore have launched a new tool to help with this very problem. - [Weekend Planning 101](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/weekend-planning-101/) - Make plans with friends on facebook. Check Research venue/place on facebook. Check Reserve a car on facebook. Check Huh!? You read that last check right. Zipcar is launching a new facebook application where members can reserve their car through Facebook. The app is currently in beta version for testing. As a Zipcar member, you can - [Farragut Crossing is Alive!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/farragut-crossing-is-alive/) - After years of hoping, speculating and planning, the 'virtual tunnel' between the Farragut West and Farragut North Metro stations has become a reality! Farragut Crossing opened on Saturday, October 29th, allowing users to transfer for free between the two stations. - [Transit Near Me](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/transit-near-me/) - Through its collaborative Transit Tech initiative, the brilliant minds over at Arlington County's Mobility Lab have launched a new tool that helps users identify the public transit options available in their location. - [Congress Gives Lump of Coal to Transportation Fringe Benefit Programs](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/congress-gives-lump-of-coal-to-transportation-fringe-benefit-programs/) - Unfortunately, this holiday season, there is no room at the inn for transit benefits. Short of any last minute heroics by Congress, the transit benefit allowance will roll back to $125/month, while the parking benefit will increase to $240/month. - [A Streetcar Named Columbia](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/a-streetcar-named-columbia/) - Columbia Pike's streetcar is moving closer to completion, as Washington, DC, acknowledges the 50th anniversary of the demise of it's own streetcar. - [Building a Sustainable Future in Arlington](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/building-a-sustainable-future-in-arlington/) - Last week, I attended a seminar hosted by Arlington Economic Development and George Mason University called: Beyond Smart Growth: New Thoughts on Sustainability. The program involved a variety of speakers and panels, with the purpose of exploring the roots of Arlington’s success, and also sharing ideas for how we can sustain this success and continue - [As Spring Warms Up, So Does Capital Bikeshare](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/as-spring-warms-up-so-does-capital-bikeshare/) - So far, 2012 has been a great year for Capital Bikeshare, and it’s sure to only get better. If you haven’t tried the country’s largest bikeshare program yet, the coming Spring months are a great time to check out those red bikes you’ve been seeing everywhere. CaBi, which has been rapidly expanding in both DC - [Sharing the (Mobility) Love](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/sharing-the-mobility-love/) - Sharing is booming in the DC region. We live in an age of collaboration in which resources are increasingly shared, in order to maximize everyone's benefit and access. This is having a tremendous impact on how we get around. - [Carsharing and Carpooling ticks up!](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/carsharing-and-carpooling-ticks-up/) - Are rising gas prices hitting your wallet hard? You’re not alone!! According to AAA the nationwide average for gasoline was $3.864 in mid March as compared to $3.54 last year, that’s an increase of 32 cents! The increase in gas prices has lead to increase in Carpooling and Carsharing ## Pages - [Home Page](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/) - Complimentary transportation demand management planning for businesses, residential and commercial properties. 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Through your partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your company will see immediate benefits, including: Recruitment and retention of employees Operational cost savings Improved employee health, well-being, and productivity Competitive advantage and increased marketability - [Bike to Work Day](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/initiatives/bike-to-work-day/) - [Car Free Day](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/initiatives/car-free-day/) - [Hotels](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/hotels/) - Hotels Champions As a hotelier in Arlington, Virginia your hotel can be recognized and rewarded for your dedication to sustainable transportation programs. Through your partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your company will see immediate benefits, including: Enhanced visitor experience Competitive advantage and increased marketability Operational cost savings Improved employee health, well-being, and productivity Assistance with - [National Walking Day](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/initiatives/national-walking-day/) - Arlington Transportation Partners and our partners at WalkArlington are excited to announce that registration is open for National Walking Day. - [2023 Commercial](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2023-commercial/) - Commercial Champions Your building has an opportunity to be recognized and rewarded for your property's transportation amenities and sustainable initiatives. Whether your property is a commercial or mixed-use, being a Champion can make a positive impact for visitors and tenants traveling to/from your property. 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No matter what your community looks like—with 15 units or 150, a garden apartment building or luxury high rise—there are so many ways to become a Champion and to make - [2023 Employer](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2023-employer/) - Employer Champions As an employer in Arlington, Virginia your business can be recognized and rewarded for your dedication to sustainable transportation programs. Through your partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your company will see immediate benefits, including: Recruitment and retention of employees Operational cost savings Improved employee health, well-being, and productivity Competitive advantage and increased marketability - [I-66 Outreach](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/services/i-66-outreach/) - Read on for I-66 commuter information. 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No matter what your community looks like—with 15 units or 150, a garden apartment building or luxury high rise—there are so many ways to become a Champion and to make - [2022 - Hotels](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2022-hotels/) - Hotels Champions As a hotelier in Arlington, Virginia your hotel can be recognized and rewarded for your dedication to sustainable transportation programs. Through your partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your company will see immediate benefits, including: Enhanced visitor experience Competitive advantage and increased marketability Operational cost savings Improved employee health, well-being, and productivity Assistance with - [2022- Employer](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2022-employer/) - Employer Champions As an employer in Arlington, Virginia your business can be recognized and rewarded for your dedication to sustainable transportation programs. Through your partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your company will see immediate benefits, including: Recruitment and retention of employees Operational cost savings Improved employee health, well-being, and productivity Competitive advantage and increased marketability - [2022 Commercial](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2022-commercial/) - Commercial Champions Your building has an opportunity to be recognized and rewarded for your property's transportation amenities and sustainable initiatives. Whether your property is a commercial or mixed-use, being a Champion can make a positive impact for visitors and tenants traveling to/from your property. Through your partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your property will see - [2021-Commercial](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2021-commercial/) - Commercial Champions Your building has an opportunity to be recognized and rewarded for your property's transportation amenities and sustainable initiatives. Whether your property is a commercial or mixed-use, being a Champion can make a positive impact for visitors and tenants traveling to/from your property. Through your partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your property will see - [Hotels](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/programs/hotels/) - Learn how our transportation demand management team can help your hotel create competitive transportation benefits, and train your staff on local transit amenities. - [2021 Employer](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2021-employer/) - Employer Champions As an employer in Arlington, Virginia your business can be recognized and rewarded for your dedication to sustainable transportation programs. Through your partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your company will see immediate benefits, including: Recruitment and retention of employees Operational cost savings Improved employee health, well-being, and productivity Competitive advantage and increased marketability - [2021 Hotels](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2021-hotels/) - Hotels Champions As a hotelier in Arlington, Virginia your hotel can be recognized and rewarded for your dedication to sustainable transportation programs. Through your partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your company will see immediate benefits, including: Enhanced visitor experience Competitive advantage and increased marketability Operational cost savings Improved employee health, well-being, and productivity Assistance with - [2021 Residential](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2021-residential/) - Residential Champions Residential communities in Arlington County can be recognized and rewarded for their leadership and dedication to transportation programs when they participate in Champions. No matter what your community looks like—with 15 units or 150, a garden apartment building or luxury high rise—there are so many ways to become a Champion and to make - [Parking Management](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/services/parking-management/) - [Our Shared Street](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/initiatives/our-shared-street/) - [Vanpool Services](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/services/vanpool-connect/) - Commute to work by vanpooling to or from Arlington, Virginia. Learn about the various transit benefits for commuter vanpools here. - [2020 Commercial](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2020-commercial/) - Commercial Champions Your building has an opportunity to be recognized and rewarded for your property's transportation amenities and sustainable initiatives. Whether your property is a commercial or mixed-use, being a Champion can make a positive impact for visitors and tenants traveling to/from your property. Through your partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your property will see - [2020 Residential](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2020-residential/) - Residential Champions Residential communities in Arlington County can be recognized and rewarded for their leadership and dedication to transportation programs when they participate in Champions. No matter what your community looks like—with 15 units or 150, a garden apartment building or luxury high rise—there are so many ways to become a Champion and to make - [2020 Employer](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2020-employer/) - Employer Champions As an employer in Arlington, Virginia your business can be recognized and rewarded for your dedication to sustainable transportation programs. Through your partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your company will see immediate benefits, including: Recruitment and retention of employees Operational cost savings Improved employee health, well-being, and productivity Competitive advantage and increased marketability - [2020 Hotels](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2020-hotels/) - Hotels Champions As a hotelier in Arlington, Virginia your hotel can be recognized and rewarded for your dedication to sustainable transportation programs. Through your partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your company will see immediate benefits, including: Enhanced visitor experience Competitive advantage and increased marketability Operational cost savings Improved employee health, well-being, and productivity Assistance with - [2019 Hotels](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2019-hotels/) - Hotels Champions As a hotelier in Arlington, Virginia your hotel can be recognized and rewarded for your dedication to sustainable transportation programs. Through your partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your company will see immediate benefits, including: Enhanced visitor experience Competitive advantage and increased marketability Operational cost savings Improved employee health, well-being, and productivity Assistance with - [2019-2020 Schools](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2019-2020-schools/) - Schools Champions As an Arlington Public School (APS) site, you can be recognized and rewarded for your dedication to sustainable transportation. Through the APS partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your school or site will see immediate benefits, including: Reduction of vehicle traffic around/to school and around neighborhoods Improved employee health, well-being, and productivity Increased school - [Telework Services](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/services/telework-services/) - Learn about the benefits of teleworking and best practices for designing & implementing a telecommuting policy for your business. - [Guaranteed Ride Home](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/services/guaranteed-ride-home/) - Registered commuters can receive a free emergency ride home through the Guaranteed Ride Home program. Learn more about the program and sign up here. - [Schools](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/programs/schools/) - Work with our transportation demand management team for commuter improvements to your school or campus. 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Through your partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your company will see immediate benefits, including: Recruitment and retention of employees Operational cost savings Improved employee health, well-being, and productivity Competitive advantage and increased marketability - [2019 Residential](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2019-residential/) - Residential Champions Residential communities in Arlington County can be recognized and rewarded for their leadership and dedication to transportation programs when they participate in Champions. No matter what your community looks like—with 15 units or 150, a garden apartment building or luxury high rise—there are so many ways to become a Champion and to make - [2019 Commercial](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2019-commercial/) - Commercial Champions Your building has an opportunity to be recognized and rewarded for your property's transportation amenities and sustainable initiatives. Whether your property is a commercial or mixed-use, being a Champion can make a positive impact for visitors and tenants traveling to/from your property. Through your partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your property will see - [2018-2019 Schools](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2018-2019-schools/) - Schools Champions As an Arlington Public School (APS) site, you can be recognized and rewarded for your dedication to sustainable transportation. Through the APS partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your school or site will see immediate benefits, including: Reduction of vehicle traffic around/to school and around neighborhoods Improved employee health, well-being, and productivity Increased school - [2017-2018 Schools](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2017-2018-schools/) - Schools Champions As an Arlington Public School (APS) site, you can be recognized and rewarded for your dedication to sustainable transportation. Through the APS partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your school or site will see immediate benefits, including: Reduction of vehicle traffic around/to school and around neighborhoods Improved employee health, well-being, and productivity Increased school - [SafeTrack Emails](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/safetrack-emails/) - [SafeTrack TRB 2016 Submissions](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/submissions/) - [2018 Residential](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2018-residential/) - Residential Champions Residential communities in Arlington County can be recognized and rewarded for their leadership and dedication to transportation programs when they participate in Champions. No matter what your community looks like—with 15 units or 150, a garden apartment building or luxury high rise—there are so many ways to become a Champion and to make - [2018 Commercial](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2018-commercial/) - Commercial Champions Your building has an opportunity to be recognized and rewarded for your property's transportation amenities. Whether your property is commercial, residential, hotel, or mixed-use, being a Champion can make a positive impact for visitors and tenants traveling to/from your property. Through your partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your property will see immediate benefits, - [2018 Hotels](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2018-hotels/) - Hotels Champions As a hotelier in Arlington County, your hotel can be recognized and rewarded for your dedication to sustainable transportation programs. Through your partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your company will see immediate benefits, including: Recruitment and retention of employees Operational cost savings Improved employee health, well-being, and productivity Competitive advantage and increased marketability - [2018 Employer](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2018-employer/) - Employer Champions As an employer in Arlington County, your business can be recognized and rewarded for your dedication to sustainable transportation programs. Through your partnership with Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP), your company will see immediate benefits, including: Recruitment and retention of employees Operational cost savings Improved employee health, well-being, and productivity Competitive advantage and increased marketability - [2017 Employer](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2017-employer/) - As an employer in Arlington County, your business can be recognized and rewarded for your dedication to sustainable transportation programs. - [2017 Residential](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2017-residential/) - Residential communities in Arlington County, Virginia can be recognized and rewarded for their leadership and dedication to transportation programs. - [2017 Commercial](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2017-commercial/) - Your building could be recognized for your property's transportation amenities. Positively impact visitors and tenants traveling to and from your property. - [2016 Residential](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2016-residential/) - In 2016, these residential communities in Arlington, VA were rewarded for their leadership and dedication to transportation programs and amenities. - [2016-2017 Schools](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2016-2017-schools/) - As an Arlington Public School (APS) site, you can be recognized and rewarded for your dedication to sustainable transportation. - [2016 Employer](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2016-employer/) - In 2016, these employers in Arlington County were recognized and rewarded for their dedication to sustainable transportation programs. - [2016 Property & Development](https://www.arlingtontransportationpartners.com/champions/2016-property-development/) - In 2016, these buildings were recognized and rewarded for their property's transportation amenities and sustainability programs for their tenants and employees. - 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