Multi-Modal Alternative Transportation Study

The Minnesota Department of Transportation is searching for ways to maximize the use of transportation alternatives among single occupant vehicle drivers to (a) reduce traffic congestion, (b) improve the efficiency and sustainability of the regional transportation system, and (c) improve the livability of the Twin Cities region and the competitive advantage of its economy. Multi-Modal Alternative Transportation Study is designed to measure the potential for change in mode shift behavior in a corridor that has alternative infrastructure in place (1-394).

The purposes of this study are to:
1. Identify incentives, services and facilities that have the greatest likelihood of changing commuting behavior (use of alternative modes of transportation at least one day per week).
2. Identify groups of individuals for whom the alternative modes have realistic appeal.
3. Establish baseline data from which to measure trends in this corridor over the course of deploying promotional programs (incentives and marketing).
4. Investigate the appeal of alternative modes within a health context.
5. Determine the amount of telecommuting that is taking place and the types of workers who telecommute.