Commuter Spotlight – August, 2024

Welcome to COMMUTEwell’s "Commuter Spotlight" series, where we shine a light on the dedicated individuals who choose sustainable modes of transportation to commute to work. City of Los Angeles employees travel to work in various ways. Some employees bike, walk, scoot, carpool, vanpool, take public transportation, and drive alone. This series is intended to share the stories of commuters, such as you, who demonstrate it's possible to get to work without driving alone!

This month we are featuring Robert Garcia, who is sharing their story of their bike commute to work.

Here is what Robert has to say about commuting:

1. How often are you commuting by bike?

3-4 days a week

2. What is the best part of your commute?

Being able to stop anywhere to grab a bite to eat without looking for parking.

3. Who/what inspired you to start commuting by bike?

I've always used my bicycle to commute since I was in high school

4. What benefits do you find in biking to work or other destinations?

Good way to stay in shape and meet new people

5. Do you have any tips or advice for someone considering trying a biking commute?

Start slow. Maybe half way to work and bus the rest of the way before doing a whole commute to work

6. Do you have any memorable moments or stories from your bike commute that you’d like to share?

Twice a year I ride up the Angeles Crest Highway and camp out for 3-5 days.

Have a sustainable commute story you would like to share? We’re collecting stories about commuters who carpool, vanpool, bike, walk, scoot or take transit on the typical workday.

Please reach out to us at francois.verin@lacity.org to be featured in our Commuter Spotlight series.

Interested in trying alternative commute options? Explore transportation resources on our Refresh Your Commute Page and get tailored assistance through our Personalized Commute Assistance sessions to optimize your commute and maximize benefits.