News & Updates 2009

Taking a headcount: cycling and walking in Bellevue

The Seattle Times Bellevue Blog

Wednesday, December 23, 2009 — Spotting cyclists on the road in Bellevue is still more a surprising sight than the norm.

January 19 is FREE Minor Bicycle Repair Day!

Wednesday, December 16, 2009 — Pedal in for FREE Minor Bicycle Repair Day at the Commuter Connection Store in Downtown Bellevue.

Getting to downtown made easy during the holidays

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 — This season, enjoy all the holiday fun without the hassle of sitting in traffic or searching for parking.

New professional bicycle repair services offered at Commuter Connection

Wednesday, December 2, 2009 — Professional bicycle mechanic will be onsite Tuesdays.

See the Commuter Connection Store on YouTube!

Wednesday, December 2, 2009 — Watch this video learn more about the Commuter Connection Store and its services.

What you should know to get around in the snow

Wednesday, November 18, 2009 — King County Metro's guide for bus commuters on how plan ahead for snow season and what to expect during a storm.

Downtown Bellevue employers get “smart” with a free ORCA transit pass trial

Monday, November 16, 2009 — Downtown Bellevue employers who participate in a Commute Advantage consultation with TransManage can give ORCA a try and receive transit passes free for one month for their employees.

Telework Bellevue: Free assistance for employers

Friday, November 13, 2009 — Learn how teleworking gives employees a real commute advantage by eliminating or reducing the need to travel!

ORCA cards now available in Bellevue!

Friday, November 13, 2009 — Get your free ORCA card ($5 value) before February 26!

What are YOU doing to cut your carbon emissions?

Wednesday, November 4, 2009 — Climate change. Everyone’s talking about it. But what are we doing about? An article from The Christian Science Monitor about this topic recently caught our eye.

Employer Case Studies: New feature on Choose Your Way Bellevue

Friday, October 16, 2009 — Bellevue employers of all sizes, industries and locations see great business benefits from their commute programs. Visit the Commuting Programs page under Employers to learn more.

October is International Walk to School Month!

Friday, October 16, 2009 — Check out our online resources to help you start a walking (or biking) program at your own school!

New Commute Could Have You Saying “Arrivederci” Washington and “Buon Giorno Rome!”

Friday, October 16, 2009 — Fall Wheel Options is back! Join thousands of others across the state who choose not to drive alone to work at least twice during Wheel Options, October 18-31!

Learn how to fix a flat, sync up those squeaky gears and repair your bike’s braking systems!

Tuesday, October 13, 2009 — Hey bicyclists―check out this “don’t miss” event! The City of Bellevue and Cascade Bicycle Club are presenting the Bicycle Maintenance Series during the month of November.

This Wednesday: Free CFL bulbs for bus riders at Bellevue Transit Center

Tuesday, October 6, 2009 — Riding the bus and saving energy go hand in hand! On Wednesday October 7, beginning at 7 a.m., Puget Sound Energy will give away energy-saving compact fluorescent light (CFL) bulbs to Sound Transit bus riders.

Would your company rather pay $2,232 or $222 a year for transportation benefits?

Tuesday, October 6, 2009 — To learn more about how your company can save money with commute benefits attend one of the upcoming Commute Advantage Workshops.

iCarpool rideshare service wins $50K prize

The Seattle Times

Wednesday, September 23, 2009 — Next year iCarpool will run the regional www.RideshareOnline.com website, under contract with the WSDOT. The site is managed by King County Metro Transit and has 10,000 subscribers in Washington and Idaho.

Downtown commuters shift to transit

The City of Bellevue

Wednesday, September 23, 2009 — More and more commuters to downtown Bellevue are choosing buses and vanpools, or even telecommuting, rather than driving to work.

September service changes are upon us!

Friday, September 18, 2009 — King County Metro and Sound Transit’s bus service changes begin Saturday, Sept 19. Are you ready?

ORCA Makes Big Splash in Regional Transit Scene

www.orcacard.com

Tuesday, September 15, 2009 — Regional smart card for fare payments kicks into high gear.

Ride your bike with confidence—register for a Bellevue Parks cycling class!

Friday, September 11, 2009 — The City of Bellevue's Parks Department is offering two cycling classes in September for beginning and intermediate riders.

Downtown Bellevue celebrates walking!

Monday, August 31, 2009 — For 10 weeks Walk Downtown Bellevue participants were challenged to leave their car behind and walk 10,000 steps a day.

Only the price is old school. Today’s modern commute for $40.

Wednesday, August 19, 2009 — King County Metro is giving you old school prices for a new school commute!

Win a year of free transit! Tell Sound Transit why you Dumped the Pump this summer

Monday, August 17, 2009 — Sound Transit has partnered with the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) to offer this awesome video contest to Puget Sound area transit users, so we wanted to let you know about it!

Link Light Rail: The light at the end of the tunnel?

Friday, August 14, 2009 — CYWB Staffer Takes Link Light Rail for a Test Ride.

Summer 2009 RideshareOnline.com Promotion

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 — Bail out your commute and WIN a trip!

This week—big changes ahead for I-405 in South Bellevue

Monday, August 10, 2009 — A big closure, a new bridge and a new lane are planned for I-405 drivers in south Bellevue in the next week. Read what's going on here.

King County executive proposes service cuts for all Metro Transit bus routes

The Seattle Times

Friday, August 7, 2009 — All of King County Metro Transit's approximately 225 routes would take a service cut in the next two years — to spread the pain caused by sales-tax shortages — under a proposal announced Thursday by King County Executive Kurt Triplett.

Meet the Choose Your Way Bellevue Staff—We Walk the Talk

Thursday, August 6, 2009 — Meet the Choose Your Way Bellevue blog team!

2009 Bike Share Expo

Tuesday, August 4, 2009 — Learn about bike sharing, experience the bikes and kiosks used in various bike share systems, and ride a bike!

Plan for the annual I-90 closure for Blue Angels Seafair show

Thursday, July 30, 2009 — The festive Blue Angels show is upon us. So to ensure to a worry-free Seafair weekend, make sure to plan ahead for the annual I-90 closures across Lake Washington.

Mobile apps for all your modes!

Monday, July 27, 2009 — With the recent launch of the iPhone 3GS, applications to simplify your commute and transportation needs continue to pop up. Here’s the list of our favorites!

July 24-26: Get on board for 3 art fairs in Bellevue

Friday, July 17, 2009 — Ready to enjoy the arts and crafts in downtown Bellevue but not looking forward to sitting in traffic? Let Metro or Sound Transit do part of the driving for you.

Need help planning the best way to get to work? Like free money? Continue reading…

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 — Fill out a Commuter Connection commute inquiry form to receive a customized list of transportation options that fit your work schedule and commute route!

I-90 Floating Bridge Construction Update

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 — All westbound mainline lanes of the I-90 floating bridge to reopen by Saturday morning.

Walking, biking to work linked with better fitness

The Seattle Times

Monday, July 13, 2009 — Walking or biking to work, even part way, is linked with fitness, but very few Americans do it, according to a study of more than 2,000 middle-aged city dwellers.

Visit the TransManage team @ Live at Lunch!

Tuesday, July 7, 2009 — Join TransManage every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday beginning July 7 at the Bellevue Downtown Association’s summer concert series, Live at Lunch.

Become a fan CYWB.org on Facebook

Tuesday, July 7, 2009 — Stay connected to Bellevue transportation information through your Facebook social networking account.

Commute planning made easy

Wednesday, July 1, 2009 — Fill out your Commuter Connection Commute Inquiry form here and be entered to win a $25 gift card!

Attention transit riders!

Wednesday, July 1, 2009 — Here’s the bus rider’s guide (straight from WSDOT) to navigating July’s I-90 lane closures.

Fourth of July street closures

The Seattle Times: Bellevue Blog

Wednesday, July 1, 2009 — Here's some info on street closures for Saturday's Fourth of July celebration in downtown Bellevue.

Downtown Bellevue gets new bike racks

The Seattle Times Bellevue Blog

Monday, June 29, 2009 — Downtown Bellevue can be a hard place to ride a bike, but the city became a little more bike-friendly over the weekend with the installation of 25 new bike racks.

Gear up to tackle I-90 lane closures

Friday, June 26, 2009 — Need some help preparing for the two-wheeled commute? Attend our Introduction to Bike Commuting class!

I-90 floating bridge gets updated schedule for repairs

Monday, June 22, 2009 — Work starts in just two weeks, but won’t take as long.

Keep Moving During I-90 Bridge Closures

Wednesday, June 17, 2009 — Create a profile on RideshareOnline.com and automatically receive a $20 MasterCard gift card!

Carsharing Discounts for Bellevue Area Employees

Wednesday, June 17, 2009 — Zipcar is offering a special discount to Bellevue area employees!

Walk Downtown Bellevue

Tuesday, June 16, 2009 — Step Out and Join Us!

Fourth Annual National Dump the Pump Day to Be Held June 18

American Public Transportation Association

Tuesday, June 16, 2009 — Take public transportation to beat the high cost of gas and help save the environment. It's a great way to save time, money and stress!

ORCA is coming … Is your employer ready?

Wednesday, June 10, 2009 — Employers - Attend an upcoming ORCA 101 workshop to learn about the transition to ORCA.

I-90 Closures July 5-20

Monday, June 1, 2009 — TransManage will be in Downtown Bellevue office lobbies to help commuter’s learn how the I-90 construction closures will affect your commute.

I-90 Closures: $400 Reward Extended into July!

Tuesday, May 5, 2009 — The City of Bellevue’s Early Start program to mitigate congestion during the I-90 lane closures has been extended into July - and the Washington State Department of Transportation’s offers are continuing into July also.

Attend the Next ETC Network Meeting

Monday, April 6, 2009 — News for Employee Transportation Coordinators

Urban Cycling Techniques Class Offered

Monday, February 9, 2009 — Learn how to cycle more safely in Bellevue in this two-part series offered by the City's Parks and Community Services Department

Rideshare 101 Brown Bag Lunch + $10 rewards

Thursday, January 8, 2009 — Register at RideshareOnline.com during a Rideshare 101 event and receive a $10 reward!

City Awarded $300,000 to Promote Commute Options in Downtown Bellevue

Thursday, January 1, 2009 — The city of Bellevue will receive up to $300,000 in state funding for a program designed to ease traffic congestion downtown by reducing the number of solo drivers and increasing the use of alternatives such as transit.

Bellevue Seeks Commuter Feedback

Thursday, January 1, 2009 — Comment sought on Commute Trip Reduction and Growth and Transportation Efficiency Center plans.

New Commute Advantage Workshops in May for Downtown Employers

Thursday, January 1, 2009 — Give your employees environmentally friendly options during I-405 construction.

New Issue of Commute Connections Newsletter!

Thursday, January 1, 2009 — Download or sign up to receive quarterly newsletter.

New Program for Hospitality and Retail Employers

Thursday, January 1, 2009 — Your employees serve others every day; let us serve them Choices for their Commutes!

You're Invited to Share Your Ride!

Thursday, January 1, 2009 — Find carpool and vanpool partners at our next rideshare lunch in October.

Free telework webinar for downtown Bellevue employers

Thursday, January 1, 2009 — Learn about starting or enhancing your company's telework program

Winter Issue of Commuter Connection Now Available

Thursday, January 1, 2009 — Download or sign up to receive the quarterly newsletter.

Share Your Ride & Earn Rewards!

Thursday, January 1, 2009 — RIDESHARE 101 + $10 rewards

Earn Rewards! Help Your Company Get the Commute Advantage

Thursday, January 1, 2009 — Get your boss on board with Commute Advantage – a menu of benefits companies can provide to encourage employees to commute in ways other than driving alone – and earn rewards for yourself!

Welcome to Choose Your Way Bellevue!

Thursday, January 1, 2009 — The City of Bellevue has launched chooseyourwaybellevue.org, a one-stop online resource for commuters, residents, employers, students and others to learn about travel options and check local traffic conditions.

Navigate I-405 Construction

Thursday, January 1, 2009 — Register for automatic email updates from WSDOT.