Economic impact

From reducing commute costs, getting employees to their jobs on time, to
 
increasing the labor pool, Connect is an valuable boost to the economy.

Connect drives the economy

Owning a car can be expensive with fuel, insurance, maintenance and a monthly payment. Connect plays an important role providing reliable transportation to employment which is good for both employees and employers. Zero fare service allows job seekers to expand the range of their search and helps employees maintain a regular work schedule. By reducing the economic burden of private automobile ownership, workers can try new things in improving their skill sets and trying new careers. Employers are benefited by an increased labor pool and regular schedule.

How can businesses get involved?

Businesses play a key role in connecting Connect and the workforce. Businesses know where their employees work, they know their shift schedules, and they know the needs of their employees. By partnering with Connect businesses can offer flexible work schedules that allow their employees to utilize Connect’s services, provide information about route schedules, route stops, service lines, and other services that can help ensure their employees get to work on time and leave when the job is finished. For more information about our services and how businesses can explore partnership opportunities please contact us.

How can businesses get involved?

Businesses play a key role in connecting Connect and the workforce. Businesses know where their employees work, they know their shift schedules, and they know the needs of their employees. By partnering with Connect businesses can offer flexible work schedules that allow their employees to utilize Connect’s services, provide information about route schedules, route stops, service lines, and other services that can help ensure their employees get to work on time and leave when the job is finished. For more information about our services and how businesses can explore partnership opportunities please visit contact us
bus driver enjoying driving a bus for connect transit

Why is this important to me?

How much do you spend on your commute each month? How else could you use that money? The past years have taught us the importance of keeping our economy running. We are seeing the results of a workforce that is constantly evolving, and the demands that they have. Part of keeping our economy going is to make sure our workforce can connect to their jobs. Did you know that around 40% of Connect riders are commuting to and from work? By providing a robust and zero fare transit network that connects people to their employment Connect is a key contributor of Cache Valley’s economic success. By supporting Connect we are supporting our community members and their connection to their livelihood.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Connect Transit important to employees?

Public transit is a major way employees connect to their workplace. Connect Transit provides a zero-fare and stress-free solution to employees to get to and from work.

Why is Connect Transit important to employers?

As Employers grow and expand their workforce and footprint, what better way to make access to their facilities easier than to use public transit? Reduce parking lot size, work with set transit schedules, and reach further into the community by ensuring that employees can access your facilities.

How does Connect Transit affect employment levels?

Public transit serves as an important connector to employers. In Cache Valley, around 40% of transit riders are going to or from work.

How does Connect Transit help companies recruit talent?

Communities that have a robust transit network offer a higher quality of life and signify that they have a strong infrastructure. Generally that means that the community is stable and prospering. New employees are drawn to stable and prospering communities.

How many people actually ride Connect Transit to get to and from work?

In Cache Valley, around 40% of transit riders are going to and from work.

What would happen if Connect Transit didn’t take people to work everyday?

Without public transportation a significant portion of the community would face significant transportation barriers and would not be able to get to work. Commute times would go up, traffic congestion would increase, and pollution would increase with more cars on the road.

How do I find the closest bus stop to my work?

Visit rideconnectutah.gov/ride-planner/ to plan out your commute to work.

If I wanted to start riding transit to commute to work, where do I even start?

Visit rideconnectutah.gov or give Connect Transit a call at 435-752-2877 for more information on routes, schedules, FAQ’s, rider tools, and more.

Is it even beneficial to me or my community to take transit to work?

Yes! By supporting an important public service you are supporting your community and your neighbors. You are helping to ease traffic congestion, air and noise pollutants, and are choosing the most economical and stress-free route to work.

Why is it a benefit to employers to have a zero-fare transit district in the community?

Connect Transit provides a service to connect to more employees. People who previously had barriers to transportation now are able to connect and interact with the community and are able to connect to new employment opportunities.

Why is it beneficial to employees to have a zero-fare transit district in the community?

Community members who were previously unable to reach certain areas of the valley and employers are now able to access and reach these places. Connect Transit provides the infrastructure that helps people connect to employment opportunities.

Can my employer pay for a transit pass for me?

Connect Transit is a zero-fare service! No need for transit passes, tickets, vouchers, or monthly subscriptions. Anyone can ride at any time!

What can employers do to encourage employees to use public transit?

They can allow their employees to have flexible schedules that allow them to use public transit. This allows the employees to save money on fuel, car insurance. It’s like giving them a raise but it doesn’t come from their bottom line.

Can I bring my bike/scooter/unicycle on the bus with me?

Yes! Buses are equipped to handle your transportation needs. Just ask your driver for help.

Will my bus get me to work on time?

Yes! Connect Transit is on time, reliable, and on schedule! We’re experts in connecting you to the people and places that matter most to you, and we’re experts in doing it on time too.

Will I have to wait a long time to get a bus home after work?

Yes! Connect Transit is on time, reliable, and on schedule! We’re experts in connecting you to the people and places that matter most to you, and we’re experts in doing it on time too.

I want to go to lunch during my lunch break. How can I find a service that will help me get to and from the office during that time?

Connect Transit offers services and routes all day long. Visit rideconnectutah.gov to plan your trip, see bus status, and check route times.

How can I request Connect Transit to stop closer to my business?

We’d love to hear from you! Visit rideconnectutah.gov/contact-us and let us know about your request.

Can I request that Connect Transit build a stop at a certain place in the valley?

We’d love to hear from you! Visit rideconnectutah.gov/contact-us and let us know about your request.

How do I ask Connect Transit to schedule a route around the time my employees get off work?

We’d love to hear from you! Visit rideconnectutah.gov/contact-us and let us know about your request.

Can I work with Connect Transit to make transit easier for my employees?

We’d love to partner with you and your employees. Visit rideconnectutah.gov/contact-us and let us know about your request.

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