Cool Springs Multimodal Transportation Study JUN_2015_Final Cool_Springs_Report | Page 12

GOAL 4: Partner with Employers to Promote Multimodal Options to Get to Work GOAL 5: Encourage Best Practices in the City of Franklin Objectives: Objectives: • Use The TMA Group’s transportation demand management programs as a platform to encourage workplaces to institute flexible work times and telecommuting options • Create a well-publicized awards system for employers who encourage employees to use shared or non-motorized transportation options to get to work • Partner with city and county staff to identify best practices to regulate traffic and reduce traffic congestion through ordinances such as a commute trip reduction ordinance or similar regulations • Support traffic calming measures that are intended to reduce speed and enhance the street environment for non-motorists • Promote employer use of commuter tax benefits for their employees (Section 132(f) of the IRS tax code) Current Franklin Transit Center 6 Cool Springs | Multimodal Transportation Network Study