GoSaMo TMO

The GoSaMo Transportation Management Organization (TMO) is here to help employers and property managers comply with Transportation Demand Management (TDM) regulations and assist commuters, residents and visitors to find the mobility options that best suit their needs. For more information on the City's TDM requirements, check out these helpful links to related pages:

The City of Santa Monica's TDM Program
Emission Reduction Plan (ERP) Process Explainer
Developer TDM Process Explainer

Are you an ETC, employer, or property manager?

Below are some key resources the TMO offers for employee transportation coordinators (ETCs), employers, and property managers. If you don't see what you need, check out the FAQs below or contact us today.

Resources for ETCs & Employers

If you're an ETC, the best place to start is to check out our ETC Handbook! It's chock-full of great information about helping manage your company's commute program. Then, check out one of the opportunities below to learn more and network with your peers.

Return to Commute Toolkit: pick and choose graphics, text templates, and flyers with all the information your employees need to restart their sustainable commutes and for you to build (or rebuild) a successful commute program.
ETC Training: First time on the job? Make sure to sign up for a virtual ETC training, which we host on the last Friday of every month.
ETC Marketing Workshops: We offer periodic marketing workshops to help you meet your annual ETC training requirement
Virtual Office Hours: These monthly events allow you to grow as an ETC and learn from others
Outreach Events: Invite us to your upcoming company event by emailing Info@GoSaMoTMO.org (due to COVID-19, we are only making virtual appearances)
GoSaMo Achievement Awards: Our annual event recognizes employers and ETCs who make a notable effort to reduce traffic congestion and greenhouse gas emissions through outstanding commute programs.
Complimentary Newsletter: Our bimonthly newsletter comes with all the latest transportation updates in Santa Monica. Subscribe here.

Resources for Property Managers, Owners, & Developers

If you’re a manager or developer with residential properties in the Downtown or Mid-City neighborhoods, help welcome your new residents with GoSaMo TMO’s New Resident Packets! Each packet contains a complementary TAP card pre-loaded with $5.25 in fare, an area-specific map, and key information about the many ways to get around Santa Monica.

New Resident Packets are provided at cost for a small fee and can be requested by contacting Info@GoSaMoTMO.org.

Contact Us:

(213) 425-0955
Info@GoSaMoTMO.org

FAQ

My company is returning to the physical workplace. What can we do to plan for the return to commuting?

Planning for the return-to-commuting is important in proactively supporting your employees, managing your parking supply, and reducing traffic congestion!

Check out our Return to Commute Toolkit for graphics, text templates, and flyers with all the information your employees need to restart their sustainable commutes and for you to build (or rebuild) a successful commute program.
Use this Quick Guide for ETCs to get started planning for the Return-to-Commuting
View this recording of our April 27 Return-to-Commuting Webinar and Workshop to hear what two major LA area employers are considering as they plan to bring workers back

How can the TMO help my organization meet City TDM requirements?

The GoSaMo TMO is here to help employers and developers comply with city TDM requirements, such as the Emission Reduction Plan. We are available by phone, email or social media to provide excellent support. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you.

Don't have the time or resources to survey, complete your Emission Reduction Plan, or hire an Employee Transportation Coordinator? We can serve as the dedicated transportation consultant for your worksite for a fee. Contact us to get a quote and learn more about the services offered.

How can the TMO assist my employees or tenants?

The TMO can provide employers with the following forms of commute assistance for their employees:

One-to-One Commuter Assistance. Includes trip planning, transportation app training, and help figuring out how to transport kids to school and child care without driving.
Free TAP card for first-time riders. Request by emailing: Info@GoSaMoTMO.org
COVID-19 Commuting Resources (including public health guidelines for using transit, carpooling and vanpooling). Learn more.
Santa Monica Bike Center. This is where you can borrow a FREE bike to try bike commuting for commuting. Learn more.
E-Bike Buyers Guide. Use this guide to learn why and how to pick the right electric bike for you. Download here.
Complimentary newsletter. Subscribe here.

What resources and flyers can I share with my employees or tenants?

Making sustainable travel a habit is easiest at the start of a new job. Providing employees with information about your commute program during onboarding is key. These templates can be edited to include incentives you provide to reward employees for getting around sustainably.

Here's a roundup of links to PDFs you can download/print for your bulletin boards or post to the commuting information web pages on your company portals. Don't see what you're looking for? Let us know: Info@GoSaMoTMO.org

Big Blue Bus
- Little Blue Book (schedule book)
- System Map
- Routes & Schedules webpage
LA Metro
- Trip Planner
- System Maps
- Central LA/Westside
- Metro Rail Map
- Metro Service Change - June 26, 2022
- Metro Route Schedules
- Metro E Line (Expo)
Biking to Work
- Bike Loaner Program (8.5" x 11")
- Overcoming Bike Commuting Concerns
Guaranteed Ride Home (8.5" x 11")
Transit App Marketing
- LA Metro digital graphic
- Big Blue Bus digital graphic
Transportation Apps (8.5" x 11")

I'm new to Santa Monica. What transportation options are available?

There are myriad ways to sustainably travel to, from, and around the City. Check out all the Ways to Get Around Santa Monica or watch this 1-minute video to discover all the ways you can commute and get around town!