Downtown Minneapolis TMO

Recognition & Award Programs


Commuter Choice Awards

Progressive companies and schools know the importance of supporting commuting programs that don't add to gridlock. Concerns about congestion, high gas prices and air quality are prompting organizations to create programs that expand commuting options for their workers. We want to call attention to those efforts! The annual Commuter Choice Awards recognize organizations and individuals for their creative solutions in promoting alternatives to driving alone.

Congratulations to the 2009 Award Winners!

Organizations

  • Lake Region Medical Manufacturing
    Rookie of the Year
  • Sibley Bike Depot
    Community Hero
  • Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy
    Exceptional Company Involvement
  • Minneapolis Community and Technical College
    Progressive Organization
  • Abbott Northwestern Hospital
    Corporate Leadership

Individuals

  • Linda Mainquist
    Citizen Leader
  • Chad Skally
    Neighborhood Advocate

2008 Award Winners

Organizations

  • Ameriprise Financial
    Corporate Leadership
  • Hennepin County
    Public Agency Leadership
  • Carmichael Lynch
    Exceptional Company Involvement
  • SRF Consulting
    Outstanding Promotion - Medium Organization
  • St. Paul Neighborhood Network
    Outstanding Promotion - Small Organization
  • Boston Scientific
    Best Technology Solution
  • 934 Airlift Wing
    Rookie of the Year

Individuals

  • Benita Warns
    Lifetime achievement
  • Charlie Stark
    Commuter of the Year
  • Alice Tibbetts
    Friend of Commuter Alternatives
Special Recognition for 2007 Commuter Choice Award Winners

  • Dunham,
    2007 Rookie of the Year Award
  • University of Minnesota Twin Cities Campus,
    2007 Award for Outstanding Promotion
  • Minneapolis Community and Technical College,
    2007 University or School Award
  • Thomas Ruffaner of Augsburg College,
    2007 Individual Achievement Award

The full text of the resolution can be found here.

Best Workplaces For Commuters

Best Workplaces for Commuters (BWC) is an innovative membership program that provides qualified employers with national recognition and an elite designation for offering outstanding commuter benefits, such as free or low cost bus passes and vanpool fares and strong telework programs. Employers that meet the National Standard of Excellence in commuter benefits - a standard created by the National Center for Transit Research (NCTR) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - can get on the list of Best Workplaces for Commuters and receive high level programs and services.

Apply online today!