Are you tired of fighting traffic and road construction? How about the cost each time you fill up your gas tank? Don't forget insurance and maintenance costs of operating your own vehicle, plus daily parking fees.

Well, there is a better way - get on board with the State Vanpool Program where you can get a comfortable ride to and from work while you read, visit with others or just relax.

The State Vanpool provides alternate transportation for state and non-state employees commuting to Madison from outside communities. Participants can join a group that is already established or, if there are enough interested people, they can form a new vanpool. Riders enjoy low rates, comfortable vans, and the benefit of convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If interested, contact the Vanpool Office: 1-800-884-VANS or e-mail: brian.luther@wisconsin.gov 

Here are some additional benefits of the program:

• State employees are eligible for pre-tax payroll deductions
• Van drivers are eligible for fare discounts and limited personal use of the vehicle
• No parking costs
• Flextime work-hour system for vanpool participants at many business locations