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Our Employer PartnersAnna Maria Island ResortsAnna Maria Island Resorts; The Old Florida Experience You're Looking For. These three top-rated Beach Resorts are located on one of the most easy-to-get-to islands in the Gulf of Mexico at a price that's right for you. SEASIDE INN BEACH RESORT is small, charming and right on the beach, with Gulf-front access and direct sea views from every room. TORTUGA INN BEACH RESORT offers a wide range of truly fabulous accommodation rentals, many with Gulf or Bay views, plus a private white sand beach just across the street, three heated pools, and a 14-slip boat dock (for a small surcharge). And quaint TRADEWINDS RESORT, which shares the sweeping TORTUGA beach, has its own private street of pastel cottages that ends at a fishing dock and a heated pool right on Sarasota Bay. Mp>Anna Maria Island Resorts is a proud partner of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.annamariaislandresorts.net Bealls Corporate Headquarters is the parent company of Bealls Distribution Center in Bradenton, Florida. Beall's Inc., performs the distribution, finance, information systems, and human resources functions for its retail subsidiaries, allowing those companies to concentrate on merchandizing, marketing, and operations. Beall's Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates more than 560 retail store sites in states across the Sun Belt, from Florida to California, with annual sales of over $1 billion. Since its modest beginnings in 1915, Bealls has grown to be a major employer in the State of Florida. Bealls is a privately held company, owned by the founding family and its employees. Its Corporate Headquarters and Distribution Center are in Bradenton. Bealls Corproate Headquarters is a proud partner of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.beallsinc.com Bealls Distribution CenterBealls Distribution Center is a proud partner of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.beallsinc.com Blake Medical CenterBlake Medical Center is 383 bed full service hospital, offering a full spectrum of health care services. We are a leading provider of acute care in Manatee County. Our highly skilled team of hospital professionals deliver a comprehensive range of services, from open heart surgery and oncology, to our weight loss solutions program and health education. It takes constant effort and teamwork to be among the best. Our patients deserve nothing less than our best efforts. Named one of the top 100 hospitals in America. Blake Medical Center is a proud partner of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.blakemedicalcenter.com Boar's Head Provisions CompanyBoar's Head Provisions Company employees over 2,000 employees countrywide and 125 locally in Sarasota. The company was founded in 1905 and is the supplier of meats and cheeses and markets its products through delicatessens, gourmet stores, and supermarkets. Boar's Head Provisions is a proud partner of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.boarshead.com Bridge Street BazaarBridge Street Bazaar A merchant group dedicated to promoting Historic Bridge Street, the Bradenton Beach Community, and its businesses. Bridge Street Bazaar is a proud partner of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.bridgestreetmerchants.com Bunch and AssociatesBunch and Associates Bunch is that solution not only for employers, but also for their TPAs, carriers and any party affiliated with a claim. Innovation and customization are hallmarks of Bunch's cutting-edge solutions. Programs are designed for each client's specific needs, integrating strategic medical intervention with state-of-the-art medical bill review. Bunch intervenes quickly on incoming claims to prevent unnecessary escalation, contain medical costs and expedite the employee's recovery and return to work. Bunch's licensed nurses apply clinical experience in relevant specialties to proactively manage and customize the medical care process. By optimizing the recovery process, employers save millions of dollars from reduced indemnity payments, reduced litigation and improved morale. A variety of collaborative relationships with Third Party Administrators (TPAs) delivers a comprehensive suite of services for seamlessly integrated solutions. Self-administered clients enjoy the same benefits, with solutions integrated equally well. Whatever the situation, with Bunch your outcome is guaranteed. Bunch and Associates is a proud partner of Commuter Services Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.bunchcare.com Charlotte County Health DepartmentCharlotte County Health Department is taking strides in Southwest Florida to set an example within the community to become a bicycle friendly organization, with greener operations and supportive staff. Charlotte County Health Department is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Charlotte County. For more information, please visit: www.doh.state.fl.us/chdcharlotte Chico's FASChico's FAS is a specialty retailer of private branded, sophisticated, casual-to-dressy clothing, intimates, complementary accessories, and other non-clothing gift items. The Company operates over 1,071 specialty stores, including stores in 48 states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico operating under the Chico's, White House | Black Market and Soma Intimates names. Chico's brand currently operates 655 boutiques, 344 White House | Black Market boutiques, and 71 Soma Intimates boutiques. Chico's is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.chicos.com Chiles Restaurant GroupChiles Restaurant Group The Chiles Restaurant Group is a family of three waterfront restaurants each with a unique atmosphere. Each embodies the feel of unspoiled Florida and each serves fresh Florida seafood with breathtaking views. Chiles Restaurant Group is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. For more information, please visit: www.groupersandwich.com Citrus ConnectionCitrus Connection On December 2, 1982 the first district operated bus pulled out of the downtown Citrus Connection depot. Today's fleet of 38 buses and 15 Handy buses that cover more than 7,500 miles daily can thank the foresight of our wise city leaders of the time. Some believed that public transportation was a vital step for a growing city struggling to enrich the lives of its citizens. Others said firmly that helping people help themselves was part of being a great city. Many understood that a strong public transportation system would enrich the lives of every Lakelander, whether they used the service or not. They were all right. Today the Citrus Connection picks up and delivers more than 6,000 people to work, play, school and other destinations every day. It provides specialized transportation for citizens who are unable to use regular service. In two short decades of growth, planning and cooperation, the Citrus Connection has seen phenomenal success, and we thank you. Because if you live or work in the Lakeland area, you are part of the Citrus Connection. Citrus Connection is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.ridecitrus.com City of BartowCity of Bartow was incorporated in 1882 with a current population of approximately 15,500. The city lies between Tampa and Orlando just south of Lakeland on State Road 60. In the past few years the city has quadrupled its land area, becoming the second largest city in Polk County while maintaining a "Hometown" atmosphere. "Welcome to the City of Oaks and Azaleas, come visit soon!" The City of Bartow is a proud partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: http://bartow.govoffice.com City of BradentonCity of Bradenton Located just south of the Tampa Bay area in Manatee County, Bradenton is a fabulous place to explore our art and historical attractions, have fun in the sun enjoying the beach and all types of water and boat adventures, plus we are a golfer’s paradise! Simply put, whether you're a resident or visitor, young or old, you're sure to find Bradenton is the place to be. The City of Bradenton is a proud partner of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.cityofbradenton.com . City of Fort MyersCity of Fort Myers Located on the south bank of the Caloosahatchee, Fort Myers has been home to soldiers, ranchers, cowboys, snowbirds and inventors. Named after Col. Abraham Myers, Fort Myers was founded in 1850 as a military outpost during the Seminole Wars. The Fort saw service again as a Union outpost during the Civil War and was officially retired from military service in 1865. Almost immediately the abandoned Fort Myers became home to settler families, land speculators and Florida Crackers (our cowboys and cowgirls). By 1885, the Town of Fort Myers was established, the Fort Myers Press was printing and world famous inventor Thomas Alva Edison called Fort Myers his winter home. During this period Fort Myers became the county seat of the newly formed Lee County and tourism boomed as offshore tarpon fishing enticed sport fishermen and adventurers from around the world. Fort Myers saw amazing growth through the 1920s until the combination of a failing real estate market and crashing stock market sent Fort Myers into depression. During this time Fort Myers was aided through federal works projects that changed the face of downtown. The new Federal Post Office building, the Edison Bridge and the Yacht Basin all made significant improvements to the struggling downtown. It was a return to Fort Myers' military heritage that would bring all of Southwest Florida out of depression and into prosperity. The establishment of Buckingham Field and Page Field during World War II brought thousands of service men and women to Lee County and gave local business a much need boost with government contracts and services for the two bases. Since the 1950's Southwest Florida and Fort Myers have seen amazing growth and prosperity and have become premiere destinations for sun-seekers, investors and retirees. As we move forward to the future, Fort Myers will continue to hold post as the center of commerce, government and entertainment for the ever-growing Southwest Florida community. The City of Fort Myers is a proud partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.cityftmyers.com City of LakelandCity of Lakeland is Polk County's largest provider of recreational programs and activities, sponsoring over 400 separate programs at 45 parks, playgrounds and other recreation venues throughout the city. These programs and facilities are enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of area citizens all year long. Lakeland hosts Florida's largest convention - the Sun'n Fun EAA Fly-In - which brings 300,000 visitors and contributes over $25 million to the economy each year, while involving nearly 3,000 volunteers and 20 service organizations. Lakeland is the spring home of the Detroit Tigers who have been training in Lakeland since 1934. The organization has a year round presence and operates one of their minor league teams and developmental squads in Lakeland. The City of Lakeland is currently overseeing a $10 million renovation/expansion to Joker Marchant Stadium (where the Tigers play). This project guarantees that the Detroit Tigers will remain in Lakeland for at least another 15 years. The City of Lakeland is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.lakelandgov.net City of MulberryCity of Mulberry Strategically Situated at the crossroads of Tampa's dynamic eastward expansion and Lakeland's fast paced southern growth, is the town of Mulberry, Florida. Mulberry is the sort of friendly small town where everyone knows your name, someone always remembers your birthday and, and as yet no one has to pay the inflated prices of Florida's inner-city real estate to start or relocate a business. The City of Mulberry is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.cityofmulberryfl.com City of NaplesCity of Naples is located in the Southwestern portion of the State of Florida and has a permanent population of approximately 22,500, increasing to 33,000 during the peak winter moderated by the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico and hot summer days are relieved by Gulf Breezes. Originally developed as w inter retreat for people with permanent homes in the north, Naples continues to attract a retirement population that is among the most affluent and well educated in the State. These characteristics resulted in the early adoption of sound planning policies that led to Naples becoming the center of commerce and culture in Collier County. Today, the business community primarily supplies goods and services to the retiree population and the tourist industry. The City of Naples was incorporated in December 1, 1923. It is approximately 14 square miles in size and has 106.3 miles of streets. The City of Naples is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Collier County. For more information, please visit: www.naplesgov.com City of North PortCity of North Port For those who enjoy being part of an up-and-coming, assessable community, the City of North Port is located in Sarasota County between Tampa and Fort Myers. The Southwest Florida city is tucked beneath a thick oak and pine canopy, rich with archeological history, beautiful natural springs, and more than 80 miles of freshwater canals. The City's population includes a median age of 38 and is one of the youngest in the Southwest Florida region. Yet it's youthful mindset is found in more than just the nearly 10,000 school children. Adults share a common sense of energy and youthfulness. North Port offers a place where you are invited to shape it's future. It's natural here to feel vital and potential is unlimited. The City of North Port is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.cityofnorthport.com City of SarasotaCity of Sarasota offers abundant natural beauty, cultural tradition, and plenty of sunshine. Sarasota has recently been honored with the designation as a Preserve America Community, which makes the city eligible for grant funding for projects, which promote the continued preservation of cultural and natural heritage. Sarasota is governed by a City Manager, appointed by the City Commission, to direct and manage the functions of the City. Leadership is provided by facilitating, directing, planning, coordinating, and supervising the programs and services of the City. The City Manager is ultimately responsible to the City Commission and the public for all actions of the City of Sarasota. The City of Sarasota is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.sarasotagov.com City of Winter HavenCity of Winter Haven Winter Haven, Florida is a unique, Premier City. It has countless recreational, social and special events; it has a robust and diverse economy; and it is centrally located, between two major metropolitan areas. Winter Haven has year round recreation weather; 50 lakes with 24 connected by a system of canals, which was constructed in the 1920's; a theme park (Cypress Gardens Adventure Park - Florida's first theme park); beautiful municipal parks with unique sculptures displayed in them; great restaurants; and a new 32,000 square foot state-of-the-art Library. Winter Haven continues to experience steady growth. The City recognizes the importance of a high quality of life to Winter Haven residents and strives everyday to meet the needs of its citizens and visitors. The City of Winter Haven is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: mywinterhaven.com Collier County Clerk of the Circuit CourtCollier County Clerk of the Circuit Court The Clerk of the Circuit Court of Collier County is an independently elected Constitutional Officer and Public Trustee whose responsibilities include Accountant, Auditor, Keeper of Court and Public Records and "Watchdog" of all Public Funds. The Clerk's role is defined by the Florida Constitution of 1838 and Florida Statutes to ensure a critical system of "checks and balances" to protect and serve the citizens and taxpayers of Collier County by making sure that all taxpayer dollars are spent lawfully. The Clerk's Office performs nearly 1,200 different constitutional and statutory functions or duties, the broadest and most diverse role of any elected public official.The Clerk's Office ensures that all county and state programs are administered correctly, efficiently and in full public view. Collier County Clerk of the Circuit Court is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Collier County. For more information, please visit: www.collierclerk.com Collier County Health DepartmentCollier County Health Department Our mission is promoting and protecting good health in all of Collier County. Our health department provides clinical services for: Immunizations, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, HIV, Tuberculosis, Hepatitis Prevention, Refugee health, and basic dental care. Collier County Health Department is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Collier County. For more information, please visit: www.collierhealthdept.org Collier County GovernmentCollier County Government Collier County, Florida's inhabited history spans thousands of years. The Calusa Indian civilization once flourished in the region. Before the turn of the century, pioneer settlers braved the eastern scrub lands to build cattle ranches and others fished, farmed and hunted the wilds of the Ten Thousand Islands. Beginning in the 1920s, wealthy Northern and Midwestern settlers came to the region to relax on our white sand beaches and fish for tarpon. Throughout it all, the region has proved to be a rich and beautiful backdrop for a fascinating local history. The end of the Pioneer era for Southwest Florida came when a winter visitor by the name of Barron Collier came to Useppa Island off the Fort Myers coast in 1911. Finding a special affection for the area, Barron Collier began buying large tracts of land in 1921. In two years he purchased 900,000 acres which eventually resulted in the creation of Collier County. Knowing not to sell the land until it could be improved upon, Barron Collier set the wheels of progress in motion. Collier County Government is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Collier County. For more information, please visit: www.colliergov.net Collier County Supervisor of ElectionsCollier County Supervisor of Elections Collier County Supervisor of Elections is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Collier County. For more information, please visit: www.colliervotes.com Collier County Tax Collector's OfficeCollier County Tax Collector's Office Collier County Tax Collector's Office is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Collier County. For more information, please visit: www.colliertax.com Comcast Corporation - Fort MyersComcast Corporation is the nation's leading provider of cable, entertainment and communications products and services, with 24.7 million customers, 14 million high-speed Internet customers, and 5.2 million voice customers. Comcast is principally involved in the development, management, and operation of broadband cable networks and in the delivery of programming content. Comcast employs 100,000 people nationwide. In Southwest Florida, the company's 800 employees located in a new regional headquarters building in the Gateway area of Fort Myers. Comcast Corporation is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.comcast.com Comcast Corporation - SarasotaComcast Corporation is the nation's leading provider of cable, entertainment and communications products and services, with 24.7 million customers, 14 million high-speed Internet customers, and 5.2 million voice customers. Comcast is principally involved in the development, management, and operation of broadband cable networks and in the delivery of programming content. Comcast employs 100,000 people nationwide. In Southwest Florida, the company's 800 employees located in a new regional headquarters building in the Gateway area of Fort Myers. Comcast Corporation is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.comcast.com Cypress Cove at HealthParkCypress Cove at HealthPark is a Life Care retirement community on the spectacular, beautifully landscaped campus of HealthPark Florida in Fort Myers, convenient to Sanibel, Fort Myers Beach, Bonita Springs Cape Coral, and all of Lee County. We offer a holistic approach to living - social, recreational, educational and wellness opportunities that fulfill your body, mind and soul. Plus unlimited short-term rehabilitation, assisted living, and long-term skilled nursing care are all here on campus, if ever needed. Perhaps best of all, Cypress Cove, in contrast to many "retirement cities" is engaging and friendly. When you take a closer look inside you'll discover it's really all about you. Cypress Cove at HealthPark is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.cypresscoveliving.com Department of Environmental Protection, South DistrictDepartment of Environmental Protection, South District is the lead agency in state government for environmental management and stewardship and is one of the more diverse agencies in state government, protecting our air, water, and land. The Department is divided into three primary areas: Regulatory Programs, Land and Recreation and Planning and Management. Florida's environmental priorities include restoring America's Everglades, improving air quality, restoring and protecting the water quality in our springs, lakes, rivers and coastal waters, conserving environmentally-sensitive lands and providing citizens and visitors with recreational opportunities, now and in the future. Department of Environmental Protection, South District is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.dep.state.fl.us Doctors Hospital of SarasotaDoctors Hospital of Sarasota is a 168-bed acute and general care facility serving Sarasota and Manatee counties. The Emergency Room is open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week by board certified emergency physicians. We provide medical and specialty services as well as outpatient services and diagnostic and rehabilitation services. We have designed our facility with you in mind to provide an easily accessible hospital that meets the growing and changing healthcare needs of the communities we serve. At Doctors Hospital of Sarasota, patients have significant physician choice with over 550 physicians that have medical staff privileges. We are an intimate hospital on a beautiful campus that provides a comfortable setting. Doctors Hospital of Sarasota is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.doctorsofsarasota.com Eaton AerospaceEaton Aerospace is a premier diversified industrial manufacturer with global leadership in power quality, distribution, and controls, as well as systems and specialty controls for performance, fuel economy, and safety. Eaton Aerospace, located in Manatee County, is one of the industry's leading designers, manufacturers and integrators of advanced hydraulic systems, fuel systems, motion control systems, propulsion sub-systems and cockpit interface and circuit protection application for commercial and military programs. Eaton has a strong commitment to community involvement. Teams of Eaton employees regularly support a variety of activities throughout the year, such as collecting toys and holiday gifts for children's homes, teaching JA programs and selling flowers on city streets for the American Cancer Society. In different regions, Eaton employees are heavily involved in volunteer work for the disadvantaged and homeless. Eaton Aerospace is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.eaton.com Everest UniversityEverest University Our campuses provide students with short-term, career training in a variety of popular programs. Our schools offer diplomas and/or degrees in accounting, business administration, criminal justice, dental assisting, legal assistant, massage therapy, medical assisting, medical insurance billing and coding, paralegal, pharmacy technician, practical nursing, surgical technologist, and much more. Everest University is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.everest.edu Everglades UniversityEverglades University Everglades University offers graduate and undergraduate degree programs that will prepare students to enter and advance in their desired field of study. Everglades University provides quality education and small class sizes. Schedules are designed to accommodate the working student. Everglades University's goal is to train the career-minded individual and offer an education that will provide an employable and skilled person. Everglades University is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.EvergladesUniversity.edu FCCI Insurance GroupFCCI Insurance Group is an established leader in the property and casulty insurance industry. Headquartered in Sarasota, Florida, FCCI also has regional offices in the midwest and south and a branch office in Lake Mary, Florida. FCCI employs more than 600 people and serves more than 16,000 policyholders. FCCI uses a regional focus to provide comprehensive property and casualty insurance coverage for the commercial business owner. They sell their insurance products through a network of independent agents who share their commitment to excellence and customer service. FCCI Insurance Group is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.fcci-group.com Florida Department of Transportation, District One (FDOT-D1)Florida Department of Transportation, District One is decentralized in accordance with legislative mandates. Each of the districts is managed by a District Secretary. The districts vary in organizational structure, but in general each has major divisions for Administration, Planning, Production and Operations. Also, each district has a Public Information Office and General Counsel Office that report to the District Secretary. Florida Department of Transportation, District One is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in South West Florida. For more information, please visit: www.dot.state.fl.us Florida Gulf Coast UniversityFlorida Gulf Coast University , with its innovative programs, technology friendly campus, and outstanding faculty, is one of the most exciting educational environments in America. FGCU, a member of the State University System of Florida, is a comprehensive university created to address the educational needs of the rapidly growing Southwest Florida population. Established on the verge of the 21st century, Florida Gulf Coast University infuses the strengths of the traditional public university with innovation and learning-centered spirit, its chief aim being to fulfill the academic, cultural, social, and career expectations of its constituents. Outstanding faculty uphold challenging academic standards and balance research, scholarly activities, and service expectations with their central responsibilities of teaching and mentoring. Through these efforts, the faculty and University transform students' lives and the southwest Florida region. Florida Gulf Coast University continuously pursues academic excellence, practices and promotes environmental sustainability, embraces diversity, nurtures community partnerships, values public service, encourages civic responsibility, cultivates habits of lifelong learning, and keeps the advancement of knowledge and pursuit of truth as noble ideals at the heart of the university's purpose. Florida Gulf Coast University is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.fgcu.edu Florida's Natural GrowersFlorida's Natural Growers Headquartered in Lake Wales, Florida's Natural Growers is a cooperative of citrus growers who own their own groves in the heart of central Florida. They are one of the largest organizations of growers and producers, with a membership base of 12 grower associations. The entire cooperative is made up of more than 1,000 grower-members who own more than 50,000 acres of fine citrus groves. Today, Florida's Natural processes 120,000 boxes of fruit per day. They produce 40 million cases of finished products under the names: Florida's Natural, Growers Pride, Bluebird, Texsun, Adams, Vintage, and Donald Duck. Florida's Natural Growers products are sold in almost every major US supermarket and in more than 60 countries around the world. Florida's Natural Growers is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.floridasnatural.com Florida Presbyterian Homes, Inc.Florida Presbyterian Homes, Inc. We are a 48-acre picturesque, wooded campus on the shores of Lake Hunter. Our campus is a charming neighborhood with graceful tree-shaded streets, rolling lawns, and flowering garden nooks. Three-hundred residents live in 115 cottages; 61 independent living apartments, 32 assisted living apartments, and 40 bed state-of-the-art, skilled nursing center. Florida Presbyterian Homes (FPH) staff takes care and worry out of daily living so that our residents can participate in social, educational, and cultural activities, and can fulfill lifelong dreams. We have 133 staff members devoted to simplifying our residents' lives, and fostering a warm, secure, and caring environment. Come visit us and see for yourself why we are called a home with a heart! Florida Presbyterian Homes, Inc. is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.fphi.org Florida Southern CollegeFlorida Southern College is committed to educational excellence and is a selective, comprehensive, private, United Methodist college with a strong liberal arts core and signature programs. The College enrolls a talented student body and includes an accomplished faculty who are dedicated to teaching excellence. Outstanding opportunities for engaged learning, student-faculty collaborative research and performance, service learning, study abroad, and honors study are distinctive features of the academic program at Florida Southern. The college offers exceptional student life programs, including a championship athletic program. Florida Southern College is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.flsouthern.edu GC ServicesGC Services is the largest privately-held outsourcing provider of call center management and collection agency services in North America. We offer turnkey solutions, which encompass contact center deployment, operation, staffing, and management services. Our customer service centers are located offshore, near shore, onshore and throughout the United States. Headquartered in Houston, Texas , GC Services employs more than 10,000 people in more than 34 locations across the country. The Lakeland center provides services to a major telecommunications company. GC Services is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.gcserv.com Heritage InstituteHeritage Institute Every Heritage school (Heritage Institute & Heritage College) helps real people build real careers. Our schools offer programs and degrees for a career as an X-Ray Medical Technician, Medical Assistant, Massage Therapist, Esthetician, Surgical Technologist, Personal Trainer, Pharmacy Technician, or Cosmetologist. Heritage College and Heritage Institute are fully accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). Heritage Institute is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.hiltonmarcoisland.com Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and SpaHilton Marco Island Beach Resort The Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa is perfectly situated off the Southwest coast of Florida, directly on the Gulf of Mexico, south of Naples. The Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa is a AAA 4 Diamond deluxe 11 story resort only minutes from World class golfing, The Florida Everglades National Park and some of Southwest Florida's best shopping, dining and recreational activities. At the Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa, we feature 297 guest rooms including 22 Gulf view one bedroom suites, and 4 luxuriously appointed two bedroom penthouses. The Spa at the Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort is the perfect hideaway in Southwest Florida. The Spa is a luxuriously appointed and elegant sanctuary featuring full spa services including signature facials, therapeutic massages, restoring body treatments, nail care, hair care and relaxation lounges. The Spa also features a retail boutique as well as a state-of-the art fitness complex. The Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa offers resort guests an array of dining- recreational and entertainment choices great for the entire family. Enjoy casual- poolside or elegant formal dining in the hotels two restaurants or watch the sun go down from the Beach Bar & Grille. Watersport activities include sailing, windsurfing, parasailing or wave runners. The Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa has beach volleyball or poolside sunning if something more relaxed is a priority. So whether for a family vacation, a weekend getaway or to attend a conference, make the Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa your choice in Southwest Florida. Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Collier County. For more information, please visit: www.hiltonmarcoisland.com Hodges University, Ft. Myers CampusHodges University, Ft. Myers Campus Founded in 1990 as International College, Hodges University has established itself as one of the premier private universities in the State of Florida. The name was changed to Hodges University in May, 2007 to honor a generous gift by Earl and Thelma Hodges, long-time residents of Naples and avid supporters of the institution. Hodges University is regionally accredited with the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate, Bachelor's and Master's degrees. Providing students with programs that prepare them for careers, Hodges believes in flexible class scheduling, allowing students to attend weekly classes that suit their busy lifestyles. The University also meets the needs of today's students by offering a wide variety of academic delivery methods and student services, both on campus and in the distance education arena. Hodges University, Ft. Myers Campus is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.hodges.edu Hodges University, Naples CampusHodges University, Naples Campus Founded in 1990 as International College, Hodges University has established itself as one of the premier private universities in the State of Florida. The name was changed to Hodges University in May, 2007 to honor a generous gift by Earl and Thelma Hodges, long-time residents of Naples and avid supporters of the institution. Hodges University is regionally accredited with the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate, Bachelor's and Master's degrees. Providing students with programs that prepare them for careers, Hodges believes in flexible class scheduling, allowing students to attend weekly classes that suit their busy lifestyles. The University also meets the needs of today's students by offering a wide variety of academic delivery methods and student services, both on campus and in the distance education arena. Hodges University, Naples Campus is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Collier County. For more information, please visit: www.hodges.edu Integrated Supply NetworkIntegrated Supply Network was founded in 1972 and has grown into the industry's most complete Supply Chain Services Provider. We are the nation's largest independent Tool & Equipment Specialist and we credit that success to our 3 CORE VALUES: PEOPLE BUILDING , OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE, and CUSTOMER FOCUS. We are committed to providing opportunities for ISN BUSINESS PARTNERS AND TEAM MEMBERS to REACH THEIR POTENTIAL, SUCCEED, AND WIN. Integrated Supply Network is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.isnweb.com Keiser University, Ft. Myers CampusKeiser University, Ft. Myers Campus is a regionally accredited, private, career university that provides educational programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels for a diverse student body in traditional, nontraditional and online delivery formats. The main campus is located in Fort Lauderdale with campuses located throughout the State of Florida and internationally. Through quality teaching, the University is committed to provide all students with opportunities to develop the knowledge, understanding, and skills necessary for successful employment. Committed to a students' first philosophy, Keiser University prepares graduates for careers in business, criminal justice, health care, technology, hospitality, education and career-focused general studies. Keiser University, Ft. Myers Campus is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.keiseruniversity.edu Keiser University, Lakeland CampusKeiser University, Lakeland Campus is a regionally accredited, private, career university that provides educational programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels for a diverse student body in traditional, nontraditional and online delivery formats. The main campus is located in Fort Lauderdale with campuses located throughout the State of Florida and internationally. Through quality teaching, the University is committed to provide all students with opportunities to develop the knowledge, understanding, and skills necessary for successful employment. Committed to a students' first philosophy, Keiser University prepares graduates for careers in business, criminal justice, health care, technology, hospitality, education and career-focused general studies. Keiser University, Lakeland Campus is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.keiseruniversity.edu Keiser University, Sarasota CampusKeiser University, Sarasota Campus is a regionally accredited, private, career university that provides educational programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels for a diverse student body in traditional, nontraditional and online delivery formats. The main campus is located in Fort Lauderdale with campuses located throughout the State of Florida and internationally. Through quality teaching, the University is committed to provide all students with opportunities to develop the knowledge, understanding, and skills necessary for successful employment. Committed to a students' first philosophy, Keiser University prepares graduates for careers in business, criminal justice, health care, technology, hospitality, education and career-focused general studies. Keiser University, Sarasota Campus is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.keiseruniversity.edu Key Safety SystemsKey Safety Systems (KSS) is a global leader in the design, development and manufacturing of automotive safety-critical components and systems including airbags, seatbelts, and steering wheels. Our products are in featured in more than 300 vehicle models produced by over 60 well-diversified customers worldwide. KSS also utilizes our products and technical experience to supply a wide variety of non-automotive businesses including military and commercial vehicles. KSS achieves competitive advantages by operating as a seamless global entity where all worldwide associates work together, continuously improving all aspects of our business. KSS is headquartered in Sterling Heights, Michigan with a global network of 34 sales, engineering, and manufacturing facilities generating approximately $1 billion in sales. The company has 4 main technical centers located in the U.S., Germany, China, and Japan. We operate each facility to better serve our customers and achieve targeted financial results through innovative technology, lean manufacturing, efficient work force, focused customer service, and excellent quality as our distinctive advantages. We have significantly advanced our technology and expanded our global presence, growing into a global leader with automotive expertise. We provide innovative automotive safety restraint systems and solutions that help make driving safer and more comfortable. Our latest technologies and quality standards have been highly recognized by both customers and industry. We will continuously position KSS as a truly global entity operating seamlessly to be the most innovative, lowest cost and highest quality safety restraint leader. Key Safety Systems is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.keysafetyinc.com Lee County Board of County CommissionersLee County Board of County Commissioners Lee County, Florida, is a political subdivision of the State of Florida governed by the State Constitution and general laws of the State of Florida. It was founded in 1887 and became a Charter County upon the enactment of its County Charter approved by the voters on November 5th, 1996 and effective as of January 1st, 1997. With over 2900 employees, the five-member Board of County Commissioners (the 'Board') is the legislative and governing body of the County. Each County Commissioner is elected at large for a four-year-term of office, and each Commissioner represents and resides in one of the five Commission Districts. The Board elects a Chairman who serves as its presiding officer. The County Manager, County Attorney and the Hearing Examiner report to the County Commissioners. The County Manager, the chief executive officer of the County, is appointed by and serves under contract to the Board. This official is directly responsible to the Board for administration and operation of operating departments, divisions and offices. These include County Administration, Human Services, Visitor & Convention Bureau, Community Development and Public Works which oversees Transportation, Utilities, Solid Waste, Natural Resources and Construction and Design. Also among the operating departments, divisions and offices are twelve independent divisions reporting to County Administration - Purchasing, Public Resources, Administrative Services, Public Safety, Library, Parks and Recreation, Transit, Economic Development, Animal Services, County Lands, Smart Growth and Sports Authority. Lee County Board of County Commissioners is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.lee-county.com Lee County Clerk of CourtsLee County Clerk of Courts was established by the Florida Constitution in 1838 and is the public trustee for the county. The Clerk provides the checks and balances in county government, by acting as Clerk to the Board, Clerk to the Court, Keeper of the Public Records, Comptroller, and Internal Auditor of county funds. Its offices includes many different legal divisions serving Lee County. The Civil Division (which includes circuit civil; county civil, and small claims); the Criminal Division (which includes Circuit Court and County Court cases); the Juvenile Office; the Probate office; and Civil Traffic. The Circuit Civil division is comprised of Family Law cases and General Law cases. The County Civil division is comprised of tenant eviction cases and damage cases; Small Claims includes claims of less than $5,000. The Criminal Circuit Court handles felony cases; the criminal County Court handles misdemeanor, criminal traffic, and county & municipal ordinance cases. The Juvenile Office handles dependencies and delinquencies. The Probate Office maintains files on estates, wills, and guardianships for minors and incapacitated persons. Civil Traffic includes all traffic offenses where a court appearance is not mandatory. Lee County Clerk of Courts is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.leeclerk.org Lee County DOT, OperationsLee County DOT, Operations provides maintenance for fresh water drainage canals, pipes/ditches, mowing, street sweeping, bike-paths, sidewalks, pavement patching, and bridge operations and maintenance. The department has 160 employees and an annual budget of just over $21 million. Lee County DOT, Operations is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.lee-county.com Lee County Health DepartmentLee County Health Department Over 240 dedicated employees working to assure the health and safety of the more than 500,000 residents and 1.7 million annual visitors to one America's fastest-growing and most beautiful counties. A joint venture between the State of Florida and the Lee County Board of County Commissioners, the Health Department works in partnership with other health care providers, contractors, law enforcement and social service providers in an integrated and coordinated effort, with the goal of maximizing resources. Lee County Health Department is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.leegov.com/healthdept Lee County Port AuthorityLee County Port Authority is governed by the Lee County Board of County Commissioners, sitting as the Board of Port Commissioners. The term of each Port Commissioner coincides with their regular term of office as a County Commissioner. Each Port Commissioner appoints an individual from the business community to be a member of the Airports Special Management Committee, which advises the Board of Port Commissioners on all issues and matters relating to the Lee County Airports (Southwest Florida International Airport and Page Field General Aviation Airport). The Airports Special Management Committee also has two Regional members, from Charlotte and Collier Counties. Lee County Port Authority is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.flylcpa.com Lee County School DistrictLee County School District is the ninth-largest district in Florida and one of the 50 largest school districts in the United States. We proudly educate approximately 80,000 students in grades K-12. Our District is a model for others in the state and nation - from our Microsoft Certified High School (Dunbar High) to our National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence (The Sanibel School.) While the unprecedented growth we've experienced the past few years has slowed significantly, families are still moving to our area. The reason is simple - Lee County's 585,000+ residents live and work in an attractive environment. Exotic trees and plants flourish in the subtropical climate, and local waterways support a host of fish, birds and other animals. There are beautiful waterfronts everywhere. Schools in Lee County play a key role in community life. With approximately 12,000 full- and part-time employees, the School District is the county's largest employer and with the District's construction program, building new schools and renovating and expanding existing facilities, the District has been the area's largest developer. Lee County School District is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.leeschools.net Lee County Supervisor of ElectionsLee County Supervisor of Elections Lee County Supervisor of Elections is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.leeelections.com Lee County Transit Division (LeeTran)Lee County Transit Division (LeeTran) LeeTran is operated under the authority of Lee County Government and the Lee County Board of Commissioners. LeeTran operates 17 fixed bus routes, which last year provided nearly 2.8 million rides to residents and visitors. In addition, LeeTran provides a "Park and Ride" trolley service to and from area beaches. LeeTran also operates Passport, an ADA Paratransit service for disabled citizens who are not able to use the fixed route system. Passport service is avilable along the same corridors served by regular buses. Public transit services are available Monday - Saturday, from 5 am to 9:45 pm, with limited Sunday service on some routes. Lee County Transit Division (LeeTran) is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.rideleetran.com LeeSar Inc.LeeSar Inc. In 1998, LeeSar and Cooperative Services of Florida (CSF) was formed by Lee Memorial Health System (LMHS) and Sarasota Memorial Health Care System (SMHCS). Their goal in the supply chain for the two systems. The beauty of the system is that we ensure that our warehouse remains stocked with all essential items and therefore we can deliver only what you need on a daily basis. LeeSar Inc. is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.leesar.com Longboat Key Club and ResortLongboat Key Club and Resort At our exclusive AAA Four-Diamond Florida resort, you will discover that our brilliant location on a barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico, just off the coast of Sarasota offers a breath of fresh air, while our spectacular surroundings tell you that you've finally found paradise. Within minutes after arriving, you'll feel as if our resort is, indeed, all yours. Longboat Key Club & Resort has received the state's official "Green Lodging" certification, recognizing us as one of the premier environmentally conscientious lodging facilities here in Florida. The Florida "Green Lodging" Program was established in 2004 by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to encourage hotels and resorts to conserve and protect Florida's natural resources. By taking sustainable actions to reduce waste and conserve water, energy and other vital resources, our Gulf-front resort is helping to preserve the natural environment that is so important to the future of Florida - and to future generations, as well. We're also proud to announce that Sarasota County has officially designated us a "Green Business Partner" - making us the very first resort and club to achieve this meaningful honor in our area! What's more, Longboat Key Club Moorings, our 291-slip deep-water marina, has also been recognized by the state of Florida for its environmentally friendly practices and procedures. Its designation as a "Clean Marina" is based on having demonstrated a commitment to implementing and maintaining a host of best management systems. All in all, Longboat Key Club & Resort has made a firm commitment to reducing our environmental footprint through water conservation, energy efficiency, waste reduction, clean air practices and communication. Longboat Key Club and Resortis a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.longboatkeyclub.com LYNX ServicesLYNX Services PGW Industries founded LYNX Services in 1994 to help insurance companies and auto glass installers deliver superior value to consumers. Today, LYNX is the leader in auto glass claims management with more than 3,000,000 claims managed annually. LYNX Services also has claims management solutions for First Notice of Loss (FNOL) and collision. LYNX Services creates a competitive advantage for insurance and fleet companies by reducing overall indemnity and administrative costs - while improving customer satisfaction. But most importantly, we can provide our valued business partners with hands-on, real-time data - accessed through your personal computer. Dynamic tools that allow easy, quick access to the information you need. LYNX Services is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.lynxservices.com Marriott Vacation ClubMarriott Vacation Club is the recognized worldwide leader in vacation ownership with a program highly regarded for its quality and unique flexibility. In 1984, Marriott became the first branded hospitality company by nearly a decade to enter the timeshare industry. Celebrating 25 years of unforgettable vacations, Marriott Vacation Club continues to expand with a diverse portfolio of more than 11,000 timeshare resort villas throughout the U.S., Caribbean, Europe and Asia. Today, more than 395,000 vacation Owners around the globe own their vacations "the Marriott way," offering options to exchange weeks with priority within the Marriott Vacation Club portfolio or within Interval International's global system of more than 2,400 resorts in over 75 countries, trade their week(s) for Marriott Rewards points, or rent their week(s). Marriott Vacation Club is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.my-vacationclub.com Manatee County GovernmentManatee County Government is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.mymanatee.org Manatee Memorial HospitalManatee Memorial Hospital has a long tradition of providing medical care in a comfortable and convenient environment each year for thousands of patients. Manatee Memorial has served the Manatee County community for over 55 years. The 319-bed acute care facility is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc., one of the largest and most highly respected hospital management companies in the country. Patients have access to over 400 physicians on staff, in addition to associates and consultants, with a broad range of specialties ranging from family medicine to vascular surgery. The hospital's highly skilled and motivated professionals include the nursing staffs - one of its primary strengths - who are fully involved members of the patient care team. Manatee Memorial's staff utilizes some of the most medically advanced equipment. It is a center for healing. A place where caring is truly a way of life. Manatee Memorial Hospital is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.manateememorial.com New College of FloridaNew College of Florida As the State of Florida's legislatively-designated "honors college for the liberal arts," New College is the only public college or university in the state whose sole mission is to provide an undergraduate education of the highest caliber to leading students from around the country. The average SAT score for first-year students admitted to New College is over 1300, and our student population consists of individuals from more than 40 states and 25 different countries. New College's exceptional academic programs have been recognized by leading national publications, including The New York Times, Forbes, US News & World Report, Kiplinger's Personal Finance, Barron's, Fiske Guide to Colleges, and Loren Pope's Colleges that Change Lives. With a total enrollment of 750-800 students and a student-to-faculty ratio of 10:1, New College offers an intimate learning environment, where faculty and students engage collaboratively in in-depth exploration of ideas and subject matter. We have produced more than 36 Fulbright Scholars over the past 14 years, ranking New College among the nation's Top 10 liberal arts colleges in terms of per capita Fulbright production -- higher than Harvard, Stanford and Yale. Forbes.com recently ranked New College as the nation's #3 ranked public college or university, and #29 among all college, public and private. In addition, The Wall Street Journal has ranked New College as the nation's #2 public university for sending graduates to top law, medical and business schools. New College of Florida is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.ncf.edu Nielsen CompanyNielsen Company is the world's leading provider of marketing information, audience measurement, and business media products and services. By delivering an unmatched combination of insights, market intelligence, advanced analytical tools, and integrated marketing solutions, Nielsen provides clients with the most complete view of their consumers and their markets. Headquartered in New York, USA, Nielsen operates in more than 100 countries with a global team dedicated to helping clients compete more effectively and discover opportunity with more clarity than ever before. Nielsen Company is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.nielsen.com Pall CorporationPall Corporation Pall Corporation has been partnering with customers for over 60 years helping them to solve their most critical and difficult fluid management challenges. One of the earliest calls for assistance came from the fledging commercial aviation industry after landing gear failures grounded a fleet of new jets. The hydraulic systems were much more contamination sensitive than earlier technology and required sophisticated filtration to protect them. Pall's quick response helped customers solve a crippling problem and get the planes flying and landing safely again. Contamination was at the root of the problem then just as it often is today. Over the years there have been many more calls for assistance - to help increase product quality, yields and efficiency, meet regulations, remove barriers to innovation, or open a new facility. Pall has amassed the broadest filtration, separation and purification capabilities and experience in the world answering them. Our commitment is to continuously enhance our ability to provide customers with the most effective Total Fluid ManagementSM solutions to help ensure their success. When our customers succeed, Pall succeeds. And so, we will continue to follow the guiding principles that have brought us to where we are today. This means we will strive to do more for customers than others in our field. And we will always do what's right for them and for those who put their trust in us. Pall Corporation is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.pall.com PGT IndustriesPGT Industries is the nation's leading manufacturer and supplier of residential impact-resistant windows and doors, as well as one of the largest window and door manufacturers in the nation, serving both the residential and commercial markets. Founded in 1980, the company pioneered the U.S. impact-resistant window and door segment and today employs approximately 1,500 at its manufacturing facilities in Florida and North Carolina. PGT Industries is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.pgtindustries.com Pierce ManufacturingPierce Manufacturing a subsidiary of Oshkosh Truck Corporation, is a single-source manufacturer of commercial and custom fire apparatus in North America. Pierce engineers and builds a full line of pumpers, tankers, rescues, aerials, homeland security and wild-land fire trucks. Pierce, along with Oshkosh Truck, continually invests in employees through training and education. The company has doubled in size, and is anticipating ongoing growth with additional team members. Pierce Manufacturing is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.piercemfg.com Pines of SarasotaPines of Sarasota Pines of Sarasota is a charitable non-profit community dedicated to providing to adults with limited resources excellent care encompassing health, social, and support services and programs which enhance quality of life in a residential setting. Pines of Sarasota has over 61 years of addressing the needs of the elderly population in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. Three levels of compassionate nursing care including Assisted Living, Intermediate & Skilled Nursing, and a secured Alzheimer's Unit are provided for 276 men and women. Pines also offers Short Term Rehabilitation and Outpatient Services for those needing total hip and knee replacement therapy, as one example. A small community in itself, the 13-acre campus with its covered walkways, gardens and fountains encourages residents and guests to enjoy the beautiful nature. Pines of Sarasota is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: pinesofsarasota.org Plymouth HarborPlymouth Harbor Opened in 1966, Plymouth Harbor was the dream of the Rev. Dr. John Whitney MacNeil, a Congregational minister. He envisioned an inclusive, progressive interfaith community based on shared values: trust, open communications, integrity, honesty, innovation, and the highest quality in everything they do. You'll find they also share a love of boating, a passion for helping others, and a natural spirit of friendship. Plymouth Harbor is home to all who love gracious living and the finer points of a sunrise and sunset - over The Bay. Plymouth Harbor is a church-sponsored, not-for-profit community of distinction for older adults of all faiths. We emphasize a holistic approach to health, treating people with dignity, cooperation through collaboration, the importance of preparedness, and encouraging resident independence. Plymouth Harbor is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.plymouthharbor.org Polk County Board of County CommissionersPolk County Board of County Commissioners As outlined in the Polk County Charter, the Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) is the governing body of Polk County. Each commissioner is elected by a countywide vote for a four-year term, with a term limitation of eight consecutive years. Each of the five commissioners must reside in his/her district. Commissioners from Districts One, Three, and Five are elected in Presidential election years; Districts Two and Four are elected in the intervening years. Elected county officials are subject to recall according to provisions of state law. The state Legislature is the only governing body with the power to create, abolish, or consolidate counties. Each November, a Chairman and Vice Chairman are elected by the members of the county commission. The Chairman selects the various Board committee chairmen who, in turn, work with the County Manager and the staff in developing and establishing Board policies. Polk County Board of County Commissioners is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.polk-county.net Polk County Clerk of CourtsPolk County Clerk of Courts has three major responsibilities: Clerk of the Circuit and County Courts; County Recorder; and Clerk, Accountant and Auditor to the Board of County Commissioners. The Clerk of the Circuit Court is the ex-officio Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners, auditor, recorder and custodian of all County funds. The Clerk is the chief financial officer for the County and serves as the County comptroller and treasurer. As Clerk to the Board, the office maintains all records pertaining to official County activities. This includes minutes of the County Commission Board meetings, copies of ordinances and all other official County documents. As Accountant and Auditor to the Board, the Clerk is charged with keeping records and making required reports of all monies received and disbursed by the Board. The Clerk is also responsible for investing surplus county funds. Polk County Clerk of Courts is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.polkcountyclerk.net Polk County Property AppraiserPolk County Property Appraiser is responsible for determining the value of all property in the county on the appraisal date of January 1st of each year. The Property Appraiser works in conjunction with the Florida Department of Revenue to guarantee the accuracy of your assessment via the Property Tax Oversight Program. In addition to appraising over 300,000 parcels of real estate and 25,000 business accounts, the property appraiser administers 120,000 homestead exemptions, and must determine property entitled to Agricultural Classification. The Property appraiser and staff are at the service of the public and will be glad to assist in all matters pertaining to appraisals and exemptions. Polk County Property Appraiser is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.polkpa.org Polk County School BoardPolk County School Board The school district is the eighth-largest in Florida among the largest 40 nationally. Polk has 160 school sites and centers including 65 elementary schools, 19 middle schools and 18 high schools. Also included are charter schools, career centers, adult schools and alternative schools. More than 90,000 students are enrolled. The district is the largest employer in Polk County with nearly 13,000 employees. More than half of those are employed as teachers. The mission of Polk County School Board is to ensure rigorous, relevant learning experiences that result in high achievement. Polk County School Board is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.polk-fl.net Polk County Sheriff's OfficePolk County Sheriff's Office is a full service law enforcement agency serving Polk County Florida. Polk County is the fourth largest county in the state with 2,010.2 total square miles, 1,874.9 square miles of which is land area. The Sheriff is an independent constitutional officer and by function is statutorily charged with the responsibility of providing all primary law enforcement services within Polk County. The agency also provides related law enforcement services to the entire county, including: civil and criminal process, limited service response, assistance to municipal agencies, crime prevention and education programs, victim assistance services, and providing school crossing guards for the Polk County School System. The Sheriff is presently given the responsibility for the administration and every day operation of the Central County Jail, South County Jail Facilities, and Sheriff's Training and Respect Program to include prisoner transportation throughout the state. The Sheriff is also statutorily charged with the responsibility for providing deputies to attend the Board of County Commissioners meetings and for all sessions of Polk County and Circuit Courts within Polk County. The Polk County Sheriff's Office primary service response area consists of the unincorporated areas of Polk County (those area with Polk County that are outside city limits). The unincorporated area of Polk County totals approximately 1,909 of the county's total 2,010.2 square miles. This service area is subdivide into specific geographic areas of directed patrol and investigative responsibility composed of two regions, four districts, and twelve sectors. Polk County Sheriff's Office is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.polksheriff.org Polk County Supervisor of ElectionsPolk County Supervisor of Elections maintains the list of registered voters for Polk County. The Supervisor also qualifies candidates for county offices and receives candidate campaign financial disclosure reports. The office administers all elections and provides support for municipal elections; secures polling places; hires and trains poll workers; and provides information and statistics on voter registration, voters, and elections. The Supervisor of Elections is elected for a four-year term. Polk County Supervisor of Elections is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.polkelections.com Polk County Tax Collector's OfficePolk County Tax Collector's Office is a Constitutional Office. It was first established by Florida's 4th Constitution in 1868. As a Constitutional Office, the Tax Collector's Office provides services as an agent of the Governor and Cabinet of the State of Florida in the following areas: Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Collection of Sales Taxes; Issuance of Disabled Person Parking Placards; Vehicle, Vessel and Mobile Home Registration and Titling; and, Distribution of Revenues to State and Local Government, Department of Revenue, Collection and Distribution of Ad Valorem Taxes (Real and Tangible Property) and Non-Ad Valorem Assessments, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Sale of Licenses, Monitoring of Sub Agents, and Report and Distribute Revenues to the State. In addition to working as an agent for the Governor and Cabinet, the Tax Collector may also enter into contracts for services with other governmental authorities and non-governmental entities. The Tax Collector's Office provides compliance, collection and distribution services for a number of governing authorities. Polk County Tax Collector's Office is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.polktaxes.com Polk State College, Lakeland CampusPolk State College, Lakeland Campus has awarded more than 26,000 degrees, since it's first year of operation in 1964. Thousands of people have taken college courses at PSC for transfer, or to obtain job entry skills. Today, under the leadership of PSC President Dr. Eileen Holden, nearly 100 full-time faculty members serve the higher educational needs of some 9,000 credit-seeking and 11,000 non-credit students on two campuses. Polk State College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Polk State College, Lakeland Campus is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.polk.edu Polk State College, Winter Haven CampusPolk State College, Winter Haven Campus has awarded more than 26,000 degrees, since it's first year of operation in 1964. Thousands of people have taken college courses at PSC for transfer, or to obtain job entry skills. Today, under the leadership of PSC President Dr. Eileen Holden, nearly 100 full-time faculty members serve the higher educational needs of some 9,000 credit-seeking and 11,000 non-credit students on two campuses. Polk State College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Polk State College, Winter Haven Campus is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.polk.edu Rooms to GoRooms to Go When Rooms To Go opened its first set of doors in 1991, the way people bought furniture was changed forever. Since then, we've grown into America's #1 independent furniture company with the nation's largest furniture inventory. By offering stylish furniture at everyday low prices, original room packages, superior service and fast delivery, today Rooms To Go is America's favorite place to buy furniture. Rooms to Go is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.roomstogo.com Sarasota Bay ClubSarasota Bay Club Sarasota Bay Club defines a gracious new era in luxury retirement living. Carefully created to offer the very best of everything, this glorious new residential enclave delivers on even the loftiest of expectations. Its magnificent architecture and stunning waterfront surroundings are surpassed only by its unprecedented array of exclusive lifestyle choices. Sarasota Bay Club is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: http://sarasotabayclub.net Sarasota County Clerk of CourtsSarasota County Clerk of Courts The clerk is a Public Officer, meaning a person in the service of the government and the people, who derives their position from a legally authorized election and whose duties are continuous in nature and defined by rules prescribed by government. As an elected official, the Clerk must be responsive to the constituency being represented. The very nature of the office and the extent of services being provided mandates that the Clerk's actions and decisions be constantly subjected to public evaluation. Sarasota County clerk of Courts is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.sarasotaclerk.com Sarasota County GovernmentSarasota County Government Planning for a sustainable community is the overarching theme of the Sarasota County Comprehensive Plan. Sarasota County government is committed to lead by example, promote public participation and work in community partnership to improve our quality of life and protect the natural systems that support life. Sarasota County government is committed to reflect the values of our citizens and the legacy they wish to leave. To achieve the balance necessary for a sustainable community, our programs and services must be economically viable, environmentally sound and socially equitable. We are working toward that goal. Sarasota County Government is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.scgov.net Sarasota County Health DepartmentSarasota County Health Department Sarasota County Health Department provides health care, human services, and environmental services to residents of Sarasota County, Florida. Our medical and other programs help keep you, your family, and the public healthy. We offer health centers (clinics) with doctors and nurses, immunizations (shots for school and travel), STD and pregnancy tests, WIC, dental, HIV / AIDS services, wellness programs in the community, and much more. Sarasota County Health Department is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.sarasotahealth.org Sarasota County Property Appraiser's OfficeSarasota County Property Appraiser's Office We're here to assist you in understanding Florida statutes and regulations governing real and personal property valuations, the eligibility and filing requirements for various types of exemptions, and explain the benefits of Save Our Homes and Portability. Sarasota County Property Appraiser's Office is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.sc-pa.com Sarasota County School DistrictSarasota County School District Sarasota County School District is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: sarasotacountyschools.net Sarasota County Sheriff's OfficeSarasota County Sheriff's Office Sarasota County is located on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Our jurisdiction encompasses 572 square miles, including 35 miles of shoreline. The county is home to 387,000 residents - a number that swells to more than 500,000 residents during winter months. There are nearly 1,000 sworn and civilian employees. Personnel duties include patrol, investigations, corrections, communications, youth services, K-9, victim's assistance, court security, animal services, aviation, mounted patrol, SWAT and crime prevention. Another 100 volunteers assist our agency in various areas. Compliance with professionally accepted national and state standards and regular review by outside professionals are important elements for ensuring acceptable agency practices. For many years, the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office has been accredited by the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA) and the Florida Corrections Accreditation Commission (FCAC). The Public Safety Communications Center is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), and through the National/International Academies for Emergency Dispatch, obtaining accreditation for Medical Dispatch in 2004 and Fire Dispatch in 2009. Sarasota County Sheriff's Office is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.sarasotasheriff.org Sarasota County Supervisor of ElectionsSarasota County Supervisor of Elections The supervisor of elections administers all federal, state, county, municipal and special district elections in Sarasota County in accordance with the Florida election code, the federal Help America Vote Act (HAVA), the National Voting Rights Act (NVRA), the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and federal voting rights laws. Sarasota County Supervisor of Elections is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.srqelections.com Sarasota County Tax Collector's OfficeSarasota County Tax Collector's Office The elected county office of Tax Collector in Florida was established in the 1885 state constitution based on the idea that local taxes could best be collected at the local level and by being an elected officer, the Tax Collector would be more responsive to the needs of the community in which he or she was elected. In most counties, the Tax Collector is responsible for not only the collection of ad valorem taxes, which is the single largest tax collected in Florida, but also collection of other taxes at the local level, such as taxes imposed by special levying districts and taxes imposed by state agencies. Sarasota County Tax Collector's Office is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.sarasotataxcollector.com Sarasota County Transportation Authority (SCAT)Sarasota County Transportation Authority (SCAT) Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT) is a division of Sarasota County Government. Annual ridership on the bus system continually increases, which put the agency on target to reach their goal of 2.6 million. Sarasota County Transportation Authority (SCAT) is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.scgov.net/SCAT Sarasota Memorial Health Care SystemSarasota Memorial Health Care System Founded in 1925, Sarasota Memorial Hospital is the second-largest acute care public hospital in Florida and Sarasota County's second-largest employer with a staff of 4,000, and 750 physicians. Sarasota Memorial is a full-service facility, with specialized expertise in heart, vascular, cancer, neuroscience services, outpatient services, home health and long-term care among its many programs. Sarasota Memorial is the only provider of obstetrical services and Level III neonatal intensive care in Sarasota County. SMH is also one of the first non-academic hospitals in the nation to develop a clinical research service that conducts studies in lung disease, cardiology, vascular surgery, geriatric medicine and many other specialty areas. Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.smh.com Shell PointShell Point Florida's largest lifecare retirement community! Located on Southwest Florida's Gulf Coast, we provide an unequaled lifestyle with comprehensive lifecare to nearly 2,000 residents. With our beautiful tropical setting, the opportunities for recreation at Shell Point are nearly endless. Many of our amenities are also open to the public, including an 18-hole championship golf course, dining, and two hotels. Living at Shell Point comes with something extra: peace of mind. Our medical facilities and staff are unequaled among retirement communities. When care is required, Shell Point is there for you. Shell Point is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.shellpoint.org South Seas Island ResortSouth Seas Island Resort Positioned at the end of a small isle, rich in family recreation and wondrous natural beauty, a secluded haven awaits - South Seas Island Resort. As a quiet retreat thoroughly embraced by the splendor of the Florida Gulf Coast, this breathtaking Captiva Island resort provides families with the reassuring comfort of a safe, natural island destination, peacefully enclosed and surrounded by warm, crystal blue waters. Named number three on Parents Magazine's Top Ten Best Beach Resorts for Families, our exceptionally private, thoughtful accommodations inhabit a distinct coastal setting, signature to this truly iconic Captiva resort. Here, kids are free to board the island's trolley and explore, with supervised activities that range from family fishing to guided shell walks, kayak adventures, and beyond. Uncover the infinite possibilities that exist within this newly redefined island getaway, poised to inspire and delight both the young, and the young at heart. South Seas Island Resort is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.southseas.com Southern Technical CollegeSouthern Technical College Southern Technical College is a career education school dedicated to providing students with the best possible career training and education in a student-centered environment. We have been helping students in Florida for over 50 years to prepare for their future careers. Our instructors are industry-proven professionals who care about helping students join them in their profession. Southern Technical College is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.southerntech.edu State College of Florida, Manatee-SarasotaState College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota Manatee Community College, now officially State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota has expanded their education pursuits and now offers four-year degree programs. Since its establishment in 1957, it still remains the area's oldest public institution of higher education. Over 11,000 people are currently enrolled in college credit courses, and are either coming from Manatee and Sarasota counties and neighboring Florida counties. Students can chose from campuses in Bradenton, Venice and Lakewood Ranch. State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. For more information, please visit: www.scf.edu Tervis TumblerTervis Tumbler is a Florida-based company that specializes in insulated tumblers that are guaranteed for life. Tervis Tumblers use an ultrasonically sealed air chamber system to maintain the temperature of either cold or hot drinks. In addition, they virtually eliminate condensation. Tervis has an active Green Team. Projects underway are extensive recycling to include paper, plastic, cans, glass, batteries and electronic equipment. They conduct educational sessions regarding green topics that are made available for employees to attend. They have adopted the Venice Beach and maintain the beach, and have employees on outside committees that have green initiatives underway including the Sarasota Environmental Action Committee. Tervis Tumbler is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.tervis.com TPC PrestanciaTPC Prestancia is a picturesque private golf club in Sarasota, Florida and features two 18-hole championship golf courses and a Mediterranean-style clubhouse. TPC Prestancia is a non-equity club operated by Heritage Golf Group and is a member of the TPC Network of properties nationwide. TPC Prestancia has 100+ members, which fluctuate according to season. The typical season beings in November and ends in may, although TPC Prestancia is open year round. Opened in 1985, TPC Prestancia was the third private club in the TPC Network and has been the host club for eight (8) Chrysler Cup Tournaments, and five (5) American Express Invitational's, CHAMPIONS TOUR events. TPC Prestancia welcomes you to golf at its finest. TPC Prestancia offers 36 challenging holes in the beautiful Palmer Ranch area. The Stadium Course and the Club Course sprawl out over 565 acres of lush landscape providing a balance of aesthetics and spectacular coastal wildlife with outstanding playing conditions. TPC Prestancia is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.tpcprestancia.com TriNet (Formerly Gevity)TriNet TriNet understands the challenges of running a small company. HR doesn't need to be one of them. We specialize in managing benefits, payroll and human resources, allowing our clients to focus on their real business priorities. Let TriNet be your Trusted Advisor - give yourself a proven way to contain costs, minimize risk, and relieve your administrative burden. Our mission is to help you realize your ambitions, and we can't wait to get started. TriNet is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.trinet.com Tropicana Products, Inc.Tropicana Products, Inc. is a division of PepsiCo, and the largest producer of chilled juice products, is committed to minimizing their environmental impact and utilizing natural resources responsibly at their facilities throughout the world. Tropicana is committed to being an environmentally responsible company and operating in an environmentally sustainable way. Their policy is to comply with, or exceed, requirements of all applicable laws and regulations, and to apply prudent environmental management practices, manage environmental risks and operate responsibly. Tropicana believes in helping to support, improve and give back to the communities where their major facilities are located. By helping local communities, Tropicana helps to strengthen local economies, develop a diverse workforce and supplier base, and contribute to a better quality of life for current and future generations. Tropicana Products, Inc. is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.tropicana.com USF Sarasota-ManateeUSF Sarasota-Manatee The University of South Florida, Sarasota-Manatee (USF S-M) is an upper-division, regional campus that provides junior, senior, and graduate course work leading to baccalaureate and master's degrees along with certificate programs. The campus services more than 3,290 students annually through 37-degree programs. Located on the border of Sarasota and Manatee Counties near Sarasota Bay, the John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art, and Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, the campus covers more than 140 acres and is shared by USF and New College of Florida. USF Sarasota-Manatee is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. For more information, please visit: www.sarasota.usf.edu USF PolytechnicUSF Polytechnic The University of South Florida Polytechnic is the newest of four campuses in the University of South Florida system. Located in Lakeland, Florida, USF Polytechnic is the state's only polytechnic university and provides upper level undergraduate and graduate students with an extraordinary opportunity to experience applied learning and research in a personalized setting: small class sizes, convenient locations, innovative programs and flexible formats. USFP serves students from throughout west central Florida. Faculty members hold degrees from a variety of prestigious institutions, and many also have a wealth of professional experience outside of the classroom. Their commitment is to excellent teaching and practical research that will make a difference in the real world. The polytechnic model emerged as a result of intense community engagement and was formalized in USFP's strategic plan, adopted in 2007. USFP students pursue degrees and certificates in over 20 degree programs and certificate programs and have learned to expect a multi-disciplinary focus, hands-on learning, real-world application, and a supportive campus community. Since 1988, USFP has occupied a Joint Use campus in Lakeland with Polk Community College and is now engaged in the process of building a new campus at the eastern intersection of I-4 and the Polk Parkway, between Lakeland and Auburndale at the heart of Florida's High Tech Corridor. USF Polytechnic is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.poly.usf.edu Winter Haven HospitalWinter Haven Hospital Winter Haven Hospital was established in 1926 and serves as the major medical center for east Polk County and the highway 27/Ridge Corridor. With 527 licensed hospital beds, Winter Haven Hospital is the largest of the two main facilities in their healthcare system, follwed by their women's hospital, the Regency medical Center. Winter Haven Hospital is the largest private employer in east Polk County, wtih over 2,600 employees. The hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation for Healthcare organizations (JCAHO) and has over 300 board-certified physicians on its medical staff, representing every major specialty. Winter Haven Hospital is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.winterhavenhospital.org Our StakeholdersAAA Auto Club SouthAAA Auto Club South is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.aaasouth.com Bartow Chamber of CommerceBartow Chamber of Commerce Bartow Chamber of Commerce The Mission of the Greater Bartow Chamber of Commerce is to promote business and economic development for the benefit of our community. We work very closely with the Central Florida Development Council to promote economic development within the greater Bartow area. Bartow Chamber of Commerce is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.bartowchamber.com Benderson Development CompanyBenderson Development Company Benderson Development, one of the largest privately owned development companies in North America, has established itself as a leader in retail and power center development. Having more than doubled its size in the last ten years, Benderson currently ranks as one of the largest strip center developers nationwide. The company's expertise in shopping center development has led to substantial growth throughout the country. Operating in over 35 states, Benderson owns and manages over 250 properties encompassing over 25 million square feet of retail space. In addition, another 4.5 million square feet of leasable space is currently under development. In addition to these retail center holdings, Benderson's development portfolio includes office buildings, industrial parks, residential communities, hotels, and self storage facilities. The company is headquartered in University Park, FL and has regional offices in Buffalo, NY; Rochester, NY; Charlotte, NC and Springfield, NJ. Benderson Development Company is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.benderson.com BikeWalkLeeBikeWalkLee is a community coalition raising public awareness and advocating for complete streets in Lee County -- streets that are designed, built, operated and maintained for safe and convenient travel for all users: pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists, and transit riders of all ages and abilities. BikeWalkLee is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.bikewalklee.org Charlotte County Chamber of CommerceCharlotte County Chamber of Commerce is organized to advance the prosperity and general welfare of its business members and the community they serve. Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Charlotte County. For more information, please visit: www.charlottecountychamber.org Charlotte County - Punta Gorda Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)Charlotte County - Punta Gorda Metropolitan Planning Organization The MPO Board is represented by five elected officials and one non-elected official. The elected officials include: three County Commissioners, a City Council member, and an Airport Authority Commissioner. The Florida Department of Transportation Secretary, District One is the non-elected official (non-voting) on the Board. The MPO Board's policies are implemented by the MPO staff who conducts citizens participation events and analyses technical transportation issues. The Charlotte County-Punta Gorda MPO was established by the Governor in 1992. As a result of the 1990 census, The Punta Gorda/Port Charlotte urbanized area was determined to exceed 50,000 in population, triggering the requirement for an MPO. Activities of the MPO are funded from state and federal sources along with a small local match. Charlotte County-Punta Gorda MPO is one of 26 MPOs in Florida and one of about 340 in the nation. MPOs are required by federal and state law. Charlotte County - Punta Gorda Metropolitan Planning Organization is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Charlotte County. For more information, please visit: www.ccmpo.com Charlotte County Human Services, Transit DivisionCharlotte County Human Services, Transit Division The Dial-a-Ride Service Area includes all of Charlotte County located west of the Myakka River (excluding the barrier islands, but including the Charlotte County portion of Boca Grande Island). It serves all of mid-county, located between the Myakka and the Peace Rivers. And, it includes the Punta Gorda area, extending as far south as Tropical Gulf Acres, east to the Charlotte County Airport, and north to Peace River Shores on US-17. Service on Burnt Store Road extends to South Punta Gorda Heights (Scham Road). Charlotte County Human Services, Transit Division is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Charlotte County. For more information, please visit: http://charlottecountyfl.com/HumanServices/Transportation City of Bradenton Beach, Scenic WavesCity of Bradenton Beach, Scenic Waves WAVES endeavors to enrich its Bradenton Beach residential and commercial communities through the strict adherence to the principals and ideals embodied in its name as a Waterfronts Florida Partnership community. We strive to enhance, secure and promote: accessible, economically viable, environmentally sound and sustainable waterfronts. The City of Bradenton Beach, Scenic Waves is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: http://waves.cityofbradentonbeach.com . City of Punta GordaCity of Punta Gorda located in Southwest Florida, on the banks of the Peace River and Charlotte Harbor, is the county seat and "heart" of Charlotte County. Encompassing approximately 15 square miles, Punta Gorda is rich in history, and can trace its roots to landings by Ponce de Leon and Hernando DeSoto in the early 1500s. Punta Gorda has a population of just over 17,000 and a prosperous business community. The area has been cited for having a vibrant economy and a cost of living below the national average. With more than 300 employees working for the City, Punta Gorda has taken the positive step of becoming a Commuter Services Partner, bringing a range of transportation options and alternatives to its employees. The City of Punta Gorda is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Charlotte County. For more information, please visit: www.ci.punta-gorda.fl.us Collier Area Transit (CAT)Collier Area Transit Collier Area Transit (CAT) is committed to providing safe, accessible and courteous public transportation services to our customers. CAT buses operate seven days a week from 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (depending on the route). Bus schedules are available on the buses, at Collier County government offices, Collier County libraries, Naples Area Chamber of Commerce locations and various area businesses. Collier Area Transit is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Collier County. For more information, please visit: www.colliergov.net Collier County Department of Alternative Transportation ModesCollier County Department of Alternative Transportation Modes The Alternative Transportation Modes (ATM) Department oversees the public transit system, Collier Area Transit (CAT), and the Transportation Disadvantaged System (TD). CAT provides transit service seven days a week to Immokalee, Marco Island, Golden Gate, and the Naples area. CAT's ridership has continued to increase with more than one million passengers boarding's since its inception in February 2001. Landscape Operations installs and maintains landscaping on the major roadways, and Municipal Service Taxing Unit's (MSTU) groups for beautification/landscaping and drainage items are also administered by the ATM Department. Collier County Department of Alternative Transportation Modes is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Collier County. For more information, please visit: www.colliergov.net/Index.aspx?page=29 Collier County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)Collier County Metropolitan Planning Organization Collier County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) The Collier Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) was established in 1982 following the Federal Highway Act that requires urbanized areas to develop transportation plans and programs as a condition to receive federal capital or operating assistance. The Collier MPO is currently governed by an 9-member board including five members from Collier County, two from The City of Naples, one from Everglades City, and one from The City of Marco Island. The Florida Department of Transportation is represented on the board as a non-voting member. The Collier MPO is committed to providing the urban area with a continuing, cooperative and comprehensive transportation planning process that results in plans and programs that assure that highway facilities, mass transit, bicycle/pedestrian, rail systems, air transportation and other intermodal facilities be properly located and developed in relation to the overall plan or community development. The MPO is also responsible for prioritizing state and federal capital improvements to address the county’s travel needs as defined in the Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) and Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). Collier County Metropolitan Planning Organization is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Collier County. For more information, please visit: www.colliercountympo.com Commuter CheckCommuter Check Commuter Check - Accor Services USA is the leading provider of tax-free commuter benefit solutions in the U.S. It's our mission to make tax-free commuter benefits a staple in employee benefits packages throughout the American workplace. Why? Because it gives employees options as it helps protect the environment. In the U.S., more than 300,000 commuters in both the public and private sectors are reducing their carbon footprint while receiving money saving, tax-free benefits with Accor Services USA. Working directly in both the public and private sectors, we help commuters, corporations, transit agencies, and parking operators leverage tax incentives that reduce employee commuting expenses and save payroll taxes for employers. Accor Services USA is a division of Accor Services, a global leader in tax-related social and employee benefit programs. Accor Services delivers solutions designed to optimize work and wage conditions for employees, increasing performance and enhancing loyalty. Commuter Check is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Southwest Florida. For more information, please visit: www.commutercheck.com Cruise Car Inc.Cruise Car Inc. Cruise Car is an alternate transportation-solution company founded on the principal of providing quality products for you that enhance your lifestyle. It's all about you. Cruise Car low-speed vehicles will enrich your lifestyle with ease, comfort, and fun. Cruise Car vehicles are easy to drive, and easy to maintain - plus they are gas free. Cruise Car Inc. is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: cruisecarinc.com Florida Bicycle Association (FBA)Florida Bicycle Association FBA was incorporated in 1997 for educational and charitable purposes and is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt corporation under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. ur Mission: To inspire and support people and communities to enjoy greater freedom and well-being through bicycling. Our Vision: We envision a state where people of all ages see bicycling as a normal, practical and safe transportation alternative and where drivers of motor vehicles respect and appreciate the presence of bicycles on the roadways. Our Purpose: To be a powerful, influential organization that protects and advances the interests of bicyclists. To educate bicyclists, pedestrians and motorists about safely sharing roadways and paths. To be a voice for the needs of bicyclists. To encourage the creation of great on-road and off-road places to ride. To provide a statewide communications network for bicyclists. To encourage more people to bicycle more often. FBA is supported by membership dues and grants for safety education and both bicyclist and motor vehicle driver awareness programs. At our annual meeting each fall, we recognize people, communities and agencies around the state for their outstanding contributions to a bicycle friendly Florida. Florida Bicycle Association is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Florida. For more information, please visit: www.floridabicycle.org Florida Heartland Rural Economic Development Initiative (FHREDI)Florida Heartland Rural Economic Development Initiative (FHREDI) Florida Heartland Rural Economic Development Initiative (FHREDI) provides regional economic development coordination to businesses interested in expanding or relocating to Florida's Heartland - comprised of DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, and Okeechobee Counties, as well as the cities of Pahokee, Belle Glade, Southbay and the community of Immokalee. This area encompasses a land mass of 5,000 square miles, with a population of 250,000 living in 24 communities. Although each community is unique, broad-based support for economic progress is a constant, unifying theme. Working with local partners within the region, as well as Enterprise Florida, Workforce Florida, Inc. and the Governor's Office of Tourism, Trade and Economic Development, Florida's Heartland can provide companies with site selection, incentives and workforce training assistance. Florida Heartland Rural Economic Development Initiative (FHREDI) is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in South Central Florida. For more information, please visit: www.fhredi.com Glades County Economic Development CouncilGlades County Economic Development Council The Glades County Economic Development Council, Inc. is an organization dedicated to providing leadership, encouragement and guidance to the citizens of Glades County in economic and industrial efforts while actively pursuing new business opportunities. Glades County Economic Development Council is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Glades County. For more information, please visit: www.gladescountyedc.com Goodwill Industries of Southwest FloridaGoodwill Industries of Southwest Florida In 1952, Goodwill was brought to St. Petersburg, by a local resident, who was concerned about people with disabilities in the community. It was called Goodwill-Suncoast and it grew to be the largest Goodwill in the world, with branches in Tallahassee, Orlando, Jacksonville, Sarasota, Lakeland, and Fort Myers. The first Goodwill outlet in Southwest Florida was a store, which opened in Fort Myers in 1959. By 1966, several local businessmen, led by Fort Myers News-Press editor, Chesley Perry, had rallied to the Goodwill cause. Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida was incorporated in May of 1966 and continued to operate as a branch of Suncoast until 1982, when it was granted autonomy. Today, Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida, Inc. employs over 345 people, has 23 Retail & Donations Centers throughout the five county area, and has several Career Development Service (Job-Link) programs designed to help people with disabilities and other disadvantages overcome barriers to employment and independence. Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Southwest Florida. For more information, please visit: www.goodwillswfl.org Green Coaches of Southwest FloridaGreen Coaches of Southwest Florida Welcome to GreenCoaches.net, where you will find alternatives and services to help you and your household or business achieve improved levels of sustainability and self sufficience. Based in SW Florida, we currently work towards that goal in two main areas: gardening services and alternative energy. Our gardening services emphasize values and techniques often ignored by mainstream landscaping companies. We believe the main benefit of having access to any kind of land, even a tiny backyard, is to be able to grow food in it. In the face of a very uncertain future, supplementing your diet with produce you grow yourself and obtaining a measure of food security are great investments for families and communities. Fruit and vegetables grown at home also provide great health benefits. Charging very reasonable fees, we are helping as many of our neighbors as we can to convert their yards into food gardens. Our approach incorporates the use of native plants and some organic methods, we mostly use hand tools and we offer a wide range of alternatives for your garden, from just a very simple initial setup to customized plans and maintenance services. Green Coaches of Southwest Florida is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Soutwest Florida For more information, please visit: www.greencoaches.net Green Hibiscus Transportation CompanyGreen Hibiscus Transportation Company provides trolley and limo services in Punta Gorda and the Charlotte County area for tours of the city, special events, weddings, funerals, event gatherings for small businesses and airport runs. With a vision to improve the way people get around. Green Hibiscus Transportation Company is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Soutwest Florida For more information, please call (941) 585.9993 or email greenhibiscustransport@gmail.com Haines City Economic Development CouncilHaines City Economic Development Council The Haines City EDC was formed as a 501C-6 public / private not-for-profit organization. Since 2002 we have worked in a continual process of making Haines City more economically sound and have forged partnerships that help us meet the challenges. We know that challenges bring out the best in people. We seek investment from diversity of sectors, including industry, communities, education, finance, agriculture, investment, government, and public interest groups. Haines City Economic Development Council is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: hainescityedc.com J. N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife RefugeJ. N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge is located on the subtropical barrier island of Sanibel in the Gulf of Mexico. The refuge is part of the largest undeveloped mangrove ecosystem in the United States. It is world famous for its spectacular migratory bird populations. J. N. "Ding" Darling is one of over 540 refuges in the National Wildlife Refuge System administered by the U. S. Fish & Wildlife Service. J. N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.fws.gov/dingdarling Lakeland Area Mass Transit District (LAMTD)Lakeland Area Mass Transit District The Lakeland Area Mass Transit District d.b.a. the Citrus Connection operates in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights on 1964 and Related Statutes. On December 2, 1982 the first district operated bus pulled out of the downtown Citrus Connection depot. Today’s fleet of 38 buses and 15 Handy buses that cover more than 7,500 miles daily can thank the foresight of our wise city leaders of the time. Some believed that public transportation was a vital step for a growing city struggling to enrich the lives of its citizens. Others said firmly that helping people help themselves was part of being a great city. Many understood that a strong public transportation system would enrich the lives of every Lakelander, whether they used the service or not. They were all right. Today the Citrus Connection picks up and delivers more than 6,000 people to work, play, school and other destinations every day. It provides specialized transportation for citizens who are unable to use regular service. In two short decades of growth, planning and cooperation, the Citrus Connection has seen phenomenal success, and we thank you. Because if you live or work in the Lakeland area, you are part of the Citrus Connection. Whether you ride, or have employees who ride; whether you had an opportunity to vote for annexation or already lived within the district; whether you pause in traffic for a boarding passengers or wait while a bike is loaded, you help support a viable transportation system for our city-and that's important. In fact, Florida Trend calls it one of the most important incentives a city can offer new business. So give yourself a pat on the back for helping make Lakeland greater than ever. And someday soon, why not climb aboard? You can bet we're going your way! Lakeland Area Mass Transit District is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.ridecitrus.com Lee County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)Lee County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) The Lee County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is an intergovernmental transportation partnership responsible for transportation planning in Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel, and Unincorporated Lee County. The Lee County MPO's mission is to provide leadership in planning and promoting a comprehensive intermodal surface transportation system that will provide for regional mobility, encourage a positive investment climate and foster sustainable development sensitive to community and natural resources. The Lee County MPO's vision is to have a multi-jurisdictional, integrated multi-modal transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods to, through, and within our area, and which enables Lee County and the surrounding areas to flourish in the global marketplace. Lee County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.mpo-swfl.org Logistec USA, Inc.Logistec USA, Inc. Logistec USA, Inc. Founded in 1952 by Roger Paquin, Logistec Corporation employs 779 people and provides cargo-handling services to the marine and industrial sectors. Its core business is stevedoring, the loading and unloading of ships using specialized equipment and experienced personnel. Logistec also operates terminals, warehousing cargo while in transit to and from intermodal connections, including the loading and unloading of trucks and railway cars. The Company is one of the largest cargo-handling companies on Canada's East Coast and a growing player on the U.S. East Coast. Logistec USA, Inc. is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.logistec.com Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT)Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) Manatee County Area Transit a service of Manatee County Government, offers ten routes serving Bradenton, Ellenton, Palmetto and the Gulf Beach communities of Manatee County. Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.mymanatee.org Naples Pathway Coalition (NPC)Naples Pathway Coalition Naples Pathways Coalition is a non-profit advocacy group working for a fully integrated transportation network of sidewalks, bike lanes, and multi-use pathways to be used by cyclists, pedestrians, and other non-motorized users throughout Naples and Collier County Florida. We here at Naples pathways are dedicated to a better Naples that is friendly to the residents and visitors that want to enjoy the wonderful weather and large range of outdoor activities Naples has to offer. Working in harmony with the city and county government we have helped design and create many of the bikeways, sidewalks, and pathways that are a part of Naples today. Only through awareness and education as well as activities that harbor goodwill towards the community, will NPC further the cause of making Naples a World Class community for all the residents. Please join us in our pursuit of a Naples that is friendly to those outside of their automobile. Naples Pathway Coalition is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Collier County. For more information, please visit: www.naplespathways.org Naples Transportation CompanyNaples Transportation Company With over 20 years of collaboration with the Naples area's most respected hotels and meeting venues, and service to national and international firms and associations, we assure meeting conference planners everywhere of unsurpassed local service, coordination, transportation and conference extras in the Naples Florida area. If you are planning a meeting, conference or special event in Southwest Florida, our favorite community, consider all of the advantages offered by Naples Transportation Tours & Event Planning. Naples Transportation Company is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Collier County. For more information, please visit: www.nttep.com Peace River Baptist AssociationPeace River Baptist Association This Peace River Baptist Association is a body of churches committed to worshipping and serving Jesus Christ. As a Southern Baptist Association, we join with likeminded Christians in spreading the gospel around the world. Our slogan is more than just a catchy phrase. We hope that it gives you insight into just who we are, a "family of churches". Peace River Baptist Association is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Charlotte County. For more information, please visit: www.peaceriverba.com Polk County Transit Services (PCTS)Polk County Transit Services Polk County Transit Services coordinates door-to-door and fixed-route transit services within the County. All vehicles are handicapped-accessible and have bike racks and child restraints. Residents of Polk County who are unable to provide for their own transportation due to age, disabling condition, or poverty may be eligible for Transportation Disadvantaged service. The Polk Board of County Commissioners is the administrator of Winter Haven Area Transit (W.H.A.T.) - a joint project with the City of Winter Haven - a successful fixed route bus service. Some of the routes are operated by the Citrus Connection under contract to the Board of County Commissioners. Other routes are operated by County drivers. All buses are handicapped accessible and have bike racks. In Lakeland, the Lakeland Area Mass Transit District operates the Citrus Connection, which picks up and delivers more than 6,000 people daily. It also provides specialized transportation for citizens who are unable to use regular service. Polk County Transit Services is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.polk-county.net Port ManateePort Manatee is among Florida's largest deepwater seaports. It is the closest U.S. deepwater seaport to the Panama Canal, providing shippers with speedy access to Pacific Rim markets and their expanding transportation needs. It is second largest U.S. port facility for Fresh Del Monte Produce and the Southeast's leading forestry product import facility. Port Manatee's mission is to be a powerful catalyst of countywide economic growth and hub of trade-related activity, by developing diversified and competitive deepwater shipping facilities and conducting maritime-related activities in a profitable and environmentally responsible manner. Port Manatee is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.portmanatee.com Punta Gorda Chamber of CommercePunta Gorda Chamber of Commerce is committed to improving the local business climate, because we believe that, when your business succeeds, our community also prospers. The true value of the Chamber is its diverse membership, which is made up of both large and small businesses. There's a lot to discover about YOUR Chamber and the many opportunities available to enhance your own business. We invite you to come and join us and to learn about how the Chamber operates to assist you. Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Charlotte County. For more information, please visit: www.puntagordachamber.com Sarasota Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)Sarasota Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is responsible for conducting a continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive transportation planning process for all of Sarasota County. State and federal laws require the formation of MPOs in urbanized areas with populations of more than 50,000 in order for surface transportation projects to be eligible for federal Highway Trust Fund dollars. The MPO's mission is to develop a future plan, through cooperation with our member governments and the general public for a safe, efficient, financially feasible, environmentally sensitive, regional, integrated multi-modal transportation system that supports sustainable, livable communities and economic development. Sarasota Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Sarasota and Manatee Counties For more information, please visit: www.sarasota-manateempo.org Small Business Development CenterSmall Business Development Center The Mission of the Small Business Development Center is to provide accessible, affordable, and professional counseling, training, and resources to start-up and existing businesses, and assist them in various aspects of small business development. ENTREPRENEURIAL PROGRAMS: The SBDC conducts more than 300 entrepreneurial programs annually on topics and issues that are important to today's small-business owners. These low cost and no-cost workshops and seminars are taught by industry experts and SBDC professional counselors. THE SBDC PROVIDES ITS CLIENTS WITH THE FOLLOWING SERVICES: Free one-on-one business counseling, Free entrepreneurial training workshops, Low-cost entrepreneurial training seminars, The Business Resource Center, Custom corporate training. HISTORY: Since opening its doors in 1980, the SBDC at USF has helped more than 168,000 small business owners and entrepreneurs in West Central Florida create and retain close to 45,000 jobs and win government contract awards worth over $1 billion. The Small Business Development Center at the University of South Florida is a member of the Florida Small Business Development Center Network and we serve the following counties: Hernando, Pasco, Pinellas, Hillsborough, Polk, Manatee, Hardee, Sarasota, Desoto, & Highlands. Small Business Development Center is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Southwest Florida. For more information, please visit: http://www.floridasbdc.org Snelling StaffingSnelling Staffing Snelling creates business success by matching the right people with the right job. Whether it's a business seeking to fill a temporary position with a qualified employee, or recruit a career candidate for a great job, Snelling has the expertise, experience and service to deliver results. As a leader in the staffing industry with over 50 years of success, Snelling has earned a reputation for helping companies and candidates thrive. It's what we do. Snelling Staffing is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.snelling.com Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council (SWFRPC)Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council is a locally formed regional planning agency serving six counties: Charlotte, Collier, Glades, Hendry, Lee, and Sarasota. Its mission is to protect and improve the Region's physical, economic, and social environment. The RPC acts as a regional information clearinghouse, conducts research to develop and maintain area wide goals, objectives, and policies, and assists in implementing a number of local, state, and federal programs. The activities of the Southwest Florida RPC can be classified into three major areas: long range planning, tactical planning and transportation planning. Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Southwest Florida. For more information, please visit: www.swfrpc.org SYSCO Foods West CoastSYSCO Foods West Coast is a subsidiary of SYSCO Corporation, the largest foodservice distributor in North America. The company distributes fresh and frozen meat, poultry, seafood, fruits and vegetables, canned and dry products, paper and disposable products, cleaning supplies, kitchen equipment, and medical supplies. The company supplies products to restaurants, schools, hotels, health care institutions, and other foodservice customers. The parent company has a network of more than 190 facilities throughout the US and Canada. SYSCO Foods West Coast is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Manatee County. For more information, please visit: www.syscowcf.com TEAM Punta GordaTEAM Punta Gorda TEAM Punta Gorda was created in 2004 in the wake of the devastation caused by Hurricane Charley. Our purpose: Bring together residents, business and property owners and government officials to rebuild and revitalize greater Punta Gorda. TEAM Punta Gorda is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Charlotte County. For more information, please visit: www.teampuntagorda.org Tindale-Oliver and Associates (TOA)Tindale-Oliver and Associates TOA also has offices in Bartow, Tampa and Orlando, and was recognized in June, 2008 as a Best Work Place for Commuters. TOA is a partner with the Commuter Services program in more than one way. While being a bronze partner, TOA is also working with the FDOT to help local government agencies provide better resources and facilities to help commuters. Incorporating items such as park and ride lots, transit facilities, and improved/direct services, in local projects will help commuters participating with Commuter Services. TOA serves as management and outreach team with administrative support and servicing the EZ Ride program on the website. TOA is a planning and engineering firm specializing transportation engineering, planning, and safety; public transportation and parking planning and programs, and public financing. Tindale-Oliver and Associates is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.tindaleoliver.com United Way of Central FloridaUnited Way of Central Florida For more than 25 years United Way of Central Florida has been investing your charitable gifts in services that change people’s lives right here in Polk, Hardee and Highlands counties. Our community is unique in that no one town is the same. Each area has different needs and opportunities, which must be met to make a significant impact on the lives of the citizens who live and work there. That is why United Way community investment volunteers focus on the distinct needs of each community we serve, carefully investing in programs that not only respond to community needs, but that also create a measurable impact. United Way of Central Florida is focused on KIDS, FAMILIES AND WELLNESS. We deal with social issues collectively, leveraging investments to create solutions that bring results for our communities. Investing with United Way is the best way to have the greatest local impact. United Way of Central Florida is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Polk, Hardee and Highlands Counties For more information, please visit: www.uwcf.org URS CorporationURS Corporation URS Corporation is one of the largest, global, fully integrated engineering, construction and technical services firms with the capabilities to support the full project life cycle. We offer professional planning, design, environmental, construction, program and construction management, operations and maintenance, management and a wide range of specialized technical services. We provide services for transportation, power, industrial infrastructure and process, environmental and nuclear management, facilities, water/wastewater, mining, and defense and security programs. With more than 50,000 employees in a network of offices in major cities in the Americas, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Europe, our broad-based expertise is a valued resource for federal, state and local government agencies, as well as Fortune 500 and other private industry clients worldwide. URS Corporation is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services. For more information, please visit: www.urscorp.com U.S. Fish and Wildlife Florida Panther National Wildlife RefugeU.S. Fish and Wildlife Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge The Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge was established in June 1989 under the authority of the Endangered Species Act to protect the Florida panther and its habitat. The refuge consists of 26,400 acres and is located within the heart of the Big Cypress Basin in southwest Florida. The refuge encompasses the northern origin of the Fakahatchee Strand, the largest cypress strand in the Big Cypress swamp. Florida Panther Refuge is located 20 miles east of Naples, Florida at the northwest corner of the intersection of Alligator Alley (I-75) and State Road 29. The refuge is due west of the Big Cypress National Preserve and due north of Fakahatchee Strand State Preserve and Picayune Strand State Forest. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge is a proud Partner of Commuter Services in Collier County. For more information, please visit: www.fws.gov/floridapanther Venice Area Chamber of CommerceVenice Area Chamber of Commerce Founded in 1925, The Venice Area Chamber of Commerce represents over 1,000 businesses in the greater Venice area, including the communities of Osprey, Laurel, Nokomis, Venice and South Venice. The Chamber is a member-driven organization, accredited by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the Florida Chamber Federation that provides business development services and networking opportunities to the community, as well as serving as a Visitor's Center for the area. Venice Area Chamber of Commerce is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Sarasota County. For more information, please visit: www.venicechamber.com Veolia TransportationVeolia Transportation Veolia Transportation is North America's largest private transportation provider. They provide a complete range of transportation solutions; from commuter bus to rail; from private hire to paratransit services; from bus-rapid-transit to shared ride transportation. Behind Veolia Transportation lies the strength and support of one of the world's largest transportation providers. Veolia Transport, headquartered in Europe, first began operating buses in France over 150 years ago. Since then, the company has grown to operate a network of road, rail and maritime passenger services in 25 different countries, employing over 72,000 people from different backgrounds. Veolia Transportation's operations in Florida include a paratransit brokerage in Sebring. Veolia Transportation is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Highlands County. For more information, please visit: www.veoliatransportation.com VPSI, Inc.VPSI, Inc Our company started in the mid-seventies, about the same time the word "vanpool" was first uttered. A couple of enterprising young men in Chrysler Corporation's Office of Public Responsibility launched the Chrysler Employee Vanpool Program as a way to conserve fuel and reduce vehicle emissions. The program was a success so Chrysler organized a subsidiary company and gave us the mission"...to provide innovative transportation services." During our formative years we worked with transit agencies across the country and developed the foundation for what is commonly referred to as "third-party" vanpooling* - or vanpooling as we know it today in several regions across the country. Since incorporating in 1977, we've grown and broadened the range of services that we provide. Today we operate commuter transportation and mobility management programs from over 40 Customer Service and/or Commuter Centers serving 50 major urban areas throughout the world! In just over 30 years we've become the largest private provider of commuter vanpool transportation services in the world. We employ over 130 people; maintain a fleet of over 5,000 vans in top condition; and accommodate over 25 million passenger-trips annually in VPSI-operated vehicles. VPSI, Inc is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services. For more information, please visit: www.vpsiinc.com West Coast Van RentalsWest Coast Van Rentals Rentals may be customized to fit your needs. Whether you rent by the day, week, or month, we have a rate for you. Vans are allowed out of state. Delivery and pickup service is available to your choice of locations. West Coast Van Rentals is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Southwest Florida. For more information, please visit: www.westcoastvanrentals.com Wilbur Smith and AssociatesWilbur Smith and Associates is a full-service transportation and infrastructure consulting firm providing a unique blend of planning, design, toll, economic and construction-related services to clients around the world. Completely employee owned, Wilbur Smith Associates has more than 1,000 associates in 56 offices in 8 countries. Since its founding in 1952, the firm has completed projects in all 50 U.S. states and 117 countries on six continents. Wilbur Smith and Associates is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Lee County. For more information, please visit: www.westcoastvanrentals.com Winter Haven Area Transit (W.H.A.T.)Winter Haven Area Transit The Winter Haven Area Transit (W.H.A.T.) system is a joint effort between the Board of County Commissioners and the City of Winter Haven. The W.H.A.T. is a fixed bus route service. Some of the routes are operated by the Citrus Connection under contract to the Board of County Commissioners. All buses provide bike racks and are handicap accessible. Winter Haven Area Transit is a proud Stakeholder of Commuter Services in Polk County. For more information, please visit: www.polk-county.net/subpage.aspx?menu_id=56&id=5178 |
The mission of the FDOT is to provide a safe transportation system that ensures the mobility of people and goods, enhances economic prosperity, and preserves the quality of our environment and communities. FDOT is decentralized into seven District offices. FDOT District 1, Southwest Florida, represents 12 counties (Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Lee, Manatee, Okeechobee, Polk, and Sarasota). Major cities include: Arcadia, Bartow, Bradenton, Cape Coral, Englewood, Fort Myers, Haines City, Lake Wales, Lakeland, Naples, North Port, Okeechobee, Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, Sarasota, Sebring, Winter Haven and Venice. District 1 has a land area of nearly 12,000 square miles, and is home to 2.3 million residents. The FDOT provides capital and operating assistance to four major transit authorities with 105 passenger vehicles in District One. The FDOT funds and provides contractual oversight to the Commuter Services program.