Employee commute programs
VTA SmartPass program
The SmartPass Program is FREE for all County employees and allows for unlimited trips on all VTA-operated bus and light rail services, except VTA Express Bus service.
This service can be accessed using your Clipper Card, an all-in-one transit card for the Bay Area. For transit routes and schedules, visit vta.org. For additional information, check out the SmartPass Brochure or the SmartPass FAQ page.
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For information on how to use VTA visit vta.org.
Pre-tax commuter benefits
The County’s Parking and Transit Pre-Tax Plan allows eligible employees to set aside tax-free dollars to pay for expenses related to commuting and parking for work. You may elect up to $232.50 per month for transit expenses and to $315.00 per month for parking expenses. Enrollment is open for a period of time each month, when you can place a one-time order, or set it up as a monthly deduction.
The Parking and Transit Pre-Tax Plan is administered for the County by P&A Group, which charges a $1.83 service charge for the monthly deduction. Your transportation/parking funds will be loaded onto a Benefits Card that will be sent to you. Your balance will roll over from month-to-month, as long as you are an active employee and remain eligible for this benefit. Enrollment for this program is available each month. It is NOT restricted to enrollment during Open Enrollment periods.
Contact P&A Group at 1-800-688-2611 or go to www.padmin.com to learn more about the Parking and Transit Pre-Tax Plan.
P & A Group
1-800-688-2611
www.padmin.com
2024 Plan Year Parking and Commuter/Transit Overview Flyer
Emergency ride home
Employees may obtain a voucher for a free taxi ride home should an illness, personal emergency or unplanned overtime event (approved by a supervisor) arise and the employee needs transportation home. During normal business hours, contact your Departmental Employee Service Center to obtain a voucher. After normal business hours, you may obtain a voucher by contacting the VMC Hospital Supervisor, at [email protected].