Your guide to CommuterLink services and benefits

The chart below provides a comprehensive overview of the Commuter Benefits programs supported by CommuterLink, including the advantages for both employees and employers.

All of our services are free to employers and help qualify your company for recognition as one of the Best Workplaces for Commuters. All are designed to provide you with financial benefits, reduce your administrative burden and improve employee recruitment and retention.

Commuter
Benefits Programs

What's in it
for Employers

What's in it
for Employees

Financial Benefits

Pre-Tax Benefits Save on payroll taxesSave on income taxes

Transit Subsidy Offer tax-free benefits to employees and save on payroll taxes; deduct all related costs

Qualify for substantial grants from CommuterLink

Qualify to be one of the Best Workplaces for Commuters Gain tax-free compensation in the form of transit benefits

NYCCE Grant Qualify for up to $10,000 for transit-related projects to improve your worksite Enjoy a more attractive, employee-friendly work environment

Parking Management Manage scarce parking facilities and save on payroll taxes

Free up parking for customers

Qualify to be one of the Best Workplaces for Commuters Pay less in taxes by paying for parking with pre-tax income

Gain greater convenience with priority spaces for ridesharing

Get cash by foregoing use of subsidized parking

Transportation Support

Transit Trip Planning Ease concerns during a planned relocation

Get assistance with re-routing due to an emergency Get help planning the best routes to your office

Get assistance with re-routing during a planned relocation or emergency

Ridesharing Increase employee productivity

Reduce absenteeism

Qualify for substantial grants from CommuterLink

Enjoy a less stressful alternative to driving alone

Reduce commuting expenses

Become eligible to receive valuable rewards and incentives

Online Ridematching Offer a free service to employees on your company intranet Get assistance locating other riders for carpooling, single trips or vanpooling

Guaranteed Ride Home Get a free benefit supported by CommuterLink

Improve employee productivity by providing a worry-free commute Get a free ride home in case of emergency

Biking & Walking Qualify for grants

Reduce parking demand

Get support in choosing a healthier way to work

Receive cash in exchange for subsidized parking

Variable Work Hours Manage traffic congestion at your worksite

Save on facilities cost

Have the option to take transit or rideshare without the stress of being late

Enjoy increased flexibility to balance work-life issues

Telework Attract valuable employees who might not be available to work on-site

Save on facilities cost

Improve employee morale by offering flexibility

Qualify to be one of the Best Workplaces for Commuters Gain valuable time

Enjoy increased flexibility to balance work-life issues

Feel happier with their jobs

Other Benefits

Health & Environment Improve work environment

Reduce sick days

Gain positive PR

Enhance company image Enjoy a better quality of life and health and a more pleasant work environment

Employer Recognition Join a prestigious list of employers recognized for their commuter benefits

Gain recognition and publicity

Enhance ability to attract prospective employees Able to recognize companies that are leading-edge when it comes to employee-friendly commuter benefits

CommuterLink Support Receive financial incentives

Gain administrative assistance with commuter benefits

Free workforce and worksite surveying to determine needs and improvement opportunities Have access to a full menu of support and services for all commuter-related needs