Using carpools, vanpools and mass transit is good for the environment -- and your wallet! From Mack-Cali's preferred parking spaces for carpoolers to government rebates and ridesharing programs, there are plenty of programs and information sources you may find helpful:

Preferred Parking for Carpoolers
Mack-Cali will offer preferred parking spots for carpoolers at its properties. Ask your property manager for details.

NJDOT Carpoolers
New Jersey carpoolers can receive $100 gas cards through the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT). Carpool registration and logs are required, and carpools must be used for 24 days in a two-month period. For more information, log on to:
www.state.nj.us/transportation/commuter/rideshare/gascard.shtm.

NJ Transportation Management Associations (TMAs)
New Jersey has eight TMAs–non-profit membership organizations for employers and government agencies–that are sources for various local alternative transportation programs. Log on www.state.nj.us/transportation/commuter/smartmoves/tmaprograms.shtm for more information.

NJ Transit Vanpool Sponsorships
NJ Transit offers financial incentives for vanpooling in areas with limited or no public transportation. Through its partnerships with vanpool providers and local Transportation Management Associations (TMAs), the NJ Transit Vanpool Sponsorship Program will provide $175 per month to newly forming or existing vanpool groups that meet eligibility requirements. For more information, log on to:
www.njtransit.com/tm/tm_servlet.srv?hdnPageAction=VanpoolTo.

NuRide
Nuride is a free online ridesharing community where you can earn rewards for sharing rides. Earn points for each ride you share and redeem them for gift cards, discounts, tickets to shows and attractions, and other rewards. NuRide is currently available in the Tri-State region including Westchester, Rockland and Fairfield counties, as well as Northern NJ and parts of Central NJ.
Visit www.nuride.com to learn more.

NY/CT MetroPool
Sponsored by the New York and Connecticut DOTs, MetroPool offers carpooling, vanpooling and other commuter services in counties such as Rockland, Westchester and Fairfield. For more information, log on to www.metropool.com.

eRideshare.com
eRideshare.com is an international carpooling Web site with rides to share in all 50 states. Membership is free. Visit them at www.eRideshare.com for more information.

SEPTA
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) offers
money-saving programs for employers and employees. Visit www.thecommuterschoice.com or call 215-580-7138 for details.

TransitChek Programs (Federal)
With this IRS-approved program, employers can allow employees to set aside pretax dollars for transit, parking and vanpool expenses. Find out more at: www.transitcenter.com.

Hybrid Tax Credits
Hybrid vehicles purchased after 12/31/05 may be eligible for a federal income tax credit of up to $3,400. For more information, log on to: www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/tax_hybrid.shtml.

Other Tips?
If you have information you'd like to share about other incentives or credits available, please contact mackcalimarketing@mack-cali.com.