Under authority of Chapters 187 and 341, Florida Statutes, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) provides financial and technical assistance to promote alternatives to commuters driving alone. South Florida Commuter Services (SFCS), an FDOT program, seeks to reduce vehicle miles traveled (VMT) in South Florida through a variety of Transportation Demand Management (TDM) strategies. SFCS’ primary activities involve advocating for and highlighting the benefits of the following:
Carpooling: 2+ people commuting together
Vanpooling: 4-15 people commuting together in a state sponsored van or SUV
Working From Home: Individuals carrying out the majority of their work activities from home
Flexible Work Schedules: Working full-time but commuting outside of morning and afternoon rush hours
Mass Transit: An alternative to driving offering regular, economical & dependable transit
Bicycling: The greenest, healthiest option for commuting
Walking: Healthy option for commuters who live close to their place of employment
Park & Ride Facilities: The most convenient place to meet for a commuting option – usually free
Guaranteed Ride Home: In the event of an unforeseen circumstance, the government will pay for commuters’ rides home