The phrase “school drop-off” makes most parents shudder. It floods the brain with memories of the morning rush, stress of ensuring kids reach school with all their belongings, all while maintaining a timeline to avoid being late for work. The CIRTA team knows this pain, but is here to help make school drop off a … read more
At CIRTA, we strive to enhance accessibility, increase efficiency, and provide reliable public transit across Central Indiana. We’re working to make commuting stress-free by improving and expanding transit options for employees and employers throughout the region. Workforce Connect, a service of CIRTA, can help you reach your workplace in the Plainfield or Whitestown areas. Pay … read more
As summer approaches, it’s time to strap on your helmet and get back on your bike. We believe that cycling is one of the best forms of transportation you can choose with benefits including improved physical and mental health, reduced carbon emissions, and less traffic congestion. However, we also know that it can be intimidating … read more
Earth Day is almost here! We at CIRTA-Commuter Connect love celebrating our beautiful Earth, and we encourage all our fellow Hoosiers to do the same. We’re here for some inspiration and ideas to celebrate Earth Day in Central Indiana! This year, Earth Day falls on Saturday, April 22nd but there are events happening all week … read more
Vanpooling is an effective, economical, and environmentally friendly way to get to and from work. By sharing a van with a group of people that live and work in a similar location to you, your daily commute can be fun and relaxing while also reducing your individual carbon footprint. If you’re looking to get started … read more
Hybrid working, a reality of the modern workplace, can be incredibly effective but also personally challenging. How do you get the same culture and connection as an in-person employee when you telework? How do you adjust to two separate workspaces, including one with pets, kids, and distractions? If you’re finding yourself struggling to stay on … read more
One of the most inconvenient aspects of wintertime is driving and parking your vehicle when weather conditions are unfavorable. If you carpool to work, it’s important to be able to efficiently park to keep you and the other members of your carpool from being late. CIRTA is here with some tips to help you become … read more
As the weather gets chillier and the holidays draw closer, we’re excited to continue inspiring people to change the way they commute in Central Indiana going into 2023. In the meantime, we’re excited to have time off coming this month to enjoy all our favorite holiday traditions, movies, and music. Here are the holiday favorites … read more
Did you know that 52% of U.S. companies offer wellness programs for their employees, and 87% of employees consider health and wellness offerings when choosing an employer? If you want to attract top talent, then it’s time to start thinking about wellness programs. The good news is that not all employee wellness programs will break … read more
Did you know that the average commute to work and home again is more than 52 minutes for most Americans (U.S. Census Bureau)? This can contribute to burnout and job dissatisfaction, causing employers to lose talent. Don’t let this happen to your company! Employers have an important role to play in ensuring that the employee … read more