What is Metro vanpool?

The Council’s commuter vanpool program, Metro Vanpool, provides financial assistance for vanpools of five or more people, including a volunteer driver, commuting to and from work destinations throughout the region not well served by the regular-route transit network.

How much does a vanpool cost?

Typically vanpools cost between $90–$120/month per person plus gas, but SLOCOG can cover up to 50% of this cost for qualifying vanpools. See our Vanpool Vendors page for more information. Vendors have competitive pricing that includes a complete service package, vehicle registration, insurance and maintenance.

What is considered a vanpool?

Vanpools are an element of the transit system that allow groups of people to share the ride similar to a carpool, but on a larger scale with concurrent savings in fuel and vehicle operating costs.

How do I start a vanpool?

To start a vanpool, locate the right contact at your organization. This person might be in the Human Resources Department or in upper management. It is important to find this person because it will determine if there is access to employee zip code information to provide ride match possibilities.

How do van pools work?

A vanpool is a group of seven to 15 people commuting together with an unpaid driver. Vanpool vehicles can be rented through a third-party provider, such as Commute With Enterprise, be owned by an individual, or provided by an employer.

What is Metro star?

Metro Special Tactics and Response (S.T.A.R.) is a specialized unit within the Homeland Security Bureau. They provide personnel trained in the use of specialized equipment to handle a wide variety of critical incidents.

Is Uber considered Vanpool?

A standard Uber or Lyft ride would not qualify for commuter benefits because that is not considered “vanpooling.” The only requirement for vanpooling (where the van is not provided by the employer or employee) is that the vehicle have a seating capacity of six or more adults, not including the driver.

How does ride sharing work?

When you work for a ridesharing company, you connect with passengers via its app, pick them up in your personal vehicle, drive them to their destination, and accept fares electronically at each ride’s conclusion.

What is the meaning of paratransit?

Paratransit provides transportation for people with disabilities who are unable to use the regular, fixed route transit service that serves their region. Paratransit usually provide door-to-door service for people who call to reserve a ride.

What is carpool or Vanpool parking?

Post/Wall mounted sign that indicates a parking spot is reserved for drivers who are leaving their car in favor of a car pool ride share.

How does commute with enterprise work?

How Does Commute With Enterprise Work? Share a ride to work with coworkers who live nearby. We’ll provide a recent-model SUV, crossover or van. Everyone splits the costs and driving duties, saving you valuable time and money.

Is Lyft cheaper than Uber?

Because they are in direct competition, there are no clear-cut winners on pricing for Lyft and Uber pricing. If Lyft were much cheaper than Uber, Uber would go out of business, and vice-versa. Basic rideshare costs for both are approximately $1 to start, $2 per mile, and $0.25 per minute.

Is there a vanpool program in King County?

Restart Your Commute With Vanpool! Metro Commuter Vans is your one-seat ride to restart your commute. Start a new King County Metro van with 2 or more commuters. Flexible options are available, including part-time, reduced work days and other physical distancing solutions.

Are there Metro Commuter vans in King County?

Metro Commuter Vans is your one-seat ride to restart your commute. Start a new King County Metro van with 2 or more commuters. Flexible options are available, including part-time, reduced work days and other physical distancing solutions. King County Metro’s retired commuter vans are available to the general public for purchase.

What are the plans for Metro in King County?

The plan envisions a future where on-demand carpooling programs are an important part of Metro’s suite of transportation services, and calls for Metro to develop both ridesharing and park-and-ride options and partnerships with private companies to supplement transit service in King County.

Which is the leading public transit agency of King County?

Metro is the leading public transit agency of King County. With our belief in mobility as a human right, we focus first on safety, equity, and sustainability. Metro’s award-winning commitment to innovation means more green, accessible options for everyone.