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Get There – New online carpooling tool launches in Benton, Lincoln, Linn counties Get There, previously Drive Less Connect, helps Oregonians match carpool partners and plan trips, reducing need to drive alone The Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments (OCWCOG) is part- nering with the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) on the launch of ODOT’s new online carpooling tool – Get There, formerly Drive Less Connect. Get There helps match carpool partners who want to share rides within Benton, Lincoln and Linn counties via a web-based ride-matching and trip- planning tool. GetThereOregon.org makes it easier than ever for Oregonians to take advantage of transportation options like carpooling, vanpooling, walking, biking or riding transit. “The availability of multiple modes of transportation options – including car- pooling and vanpooling across our region Most Often Requested Numbers – is critically important to connect the val- ley and the coast,” said Dann Cutter, mayor of Waldport, and an Executive Committee member of OCWCOG’s Board of Direc- tors. “Get There is a great option for our residents, allowing them to save money on gas, helping our environment and remov- ing cars from the roads. We appreciate ODOT for making the platform available and for continuing this longstanding part- nership with OCWCOG.” OCWCOG’s program, Cascades West Transportation Options (CWTO), is the regional administrator for the Get There program in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties. CWTO provides outreach, edu- cation, carpool/vanpool matching services and Cascades West RideLine, an emer- gency ride home program for commuters living or working in the three counties. The Get There platform allows users to be matched with a passenger or a driver looking to share a ride, available transit, or distance and time to walk or bike to a specific destination. Using the tool helps travelers choose the best mode for their specific trip and share the cost; it also reduces automobile emissions that harm the environment. “Our goal is to help people have more choices for the way they travel,” said Kris Strickler, administrator, ODOT Highway Division. “With more options, we usually see fewer vehicles on the road and that means less congestion and frus- tration for everyone.” In October, Get There will host the annual Get There Challenge, formerly the Oregon Drive Less Challenge. This year’s challenge will feature a range of prizes for people who live or work in Oregon to log trips made without driving alone. Statewide sponsors include Provi- dence Health & Services and Bike Friday; local sponsors include Mid- Willamette Family YMCA, Izzy’s Pizza, Mo’s Restaurant and the Lincoln City Community Center. Get details and sign up at GetThereO- regon.org. It’s free, easy and secure!. For more information, contact Katie Trebes at ktrebes@ocwcog.org or 541- 812-2004; or visit OCWCOG.org/Trans- portation/Options. About OCWCOG Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments (OCWCOG), on behalf of the member governments, carries out a variety of local, state and federal programs. The majority of funding is provided through contracts to administer specific services. As an Oregon intergovernmental entity, OCWCOG can provide for, or on behalf of, its member governments any service that they are authorized to pro- vide. Whether it is helping a business find appropriate capital, helping seniors and persons with disabilities plan for inde- pendent living or coordinating local road improvement priorities, OCWCOG offers these and many other innovative services to the local governments and residents of Benton, Lincoln, and Linn counties. Fo r m o re i n fo r m a t i o n , v i s i t OCWCOG.org. Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians – 800-922-1399 Contract Health Services (CHS) – 800-628-5720 C h e m awa H e a l t h C l i n i c – 800-452-7823 Salem Area Office – 503-390-9494 Siletz Clinic – 800-648-0449 Portland Area Office – 503-238-1512 Siletz Behavioral Health – 800-600-5599 B u re a u o f I n d i a n A f fa i r s – 800-323-8517 Eugene Area Office – 541-484-4234 Chinook Winds – 888-244-6665 Website – www.ctsi.nsn.us 477/SSP Siletz Tribal Home Visiting Program is coordinating monthly trainings/presentations on a variety of topics in all of our area offices. These are open to the community and anyone is welcome to join. December 2019 – Presentation by the Siletz Housing Department, with an overview of programs and services. 10 a.m.-Noon – Light snacks will be provided Dec. 2 – Portland Area Office Dec. 3 – Salem Area Office Dec. 4 – Eugene Area Office Dec. 5 – Siletz Area Office (Housing conference room) January 2020 – Presentation by Kathy Kentta with Healthy Traditions 1-3 p.m. – Light snacks will be provided Jan. 7 – Eugene Area Office Jan. 14 – Salem Area Office Jan. 21 – Portland Area Office Jan. 28 – Tribal Community Center February 2020 – Presentation by Eli Grove on Emergency Preparedness 10 a.m.-Noon – Light snacks will be provided Feb. 6 – Eugene Area Office Feb. 13 – Portland Area Office Feb. 20 – Salem Area Office Feb. 27 – Tribal Community Center Contact Jessica Hibler, 477/SSP coordinator, at 541-484-4234 if you have any questions. November 2019 • Siletz News • 9
