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Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is a TMA?

    There are currently 17 Transportation Management Associations (TMAs) operating in Massachusetts. Each provides a formal structure for businesses, developers, commerical and residential buildings within the a defined geographic area to come together in a collective effort to mitigate traffic, improve air quality, and provide access to transportation options beyond the single-occupancy vehicle. TMAs play key role in how communities work together to acomplish their sustainability and economic development goals. 

  • What do we do?

    Established in 2014 amid rapid development in the Alewife area, the Alewife TMA was formed to address increased traffic congestion and to provide a forum for members to collaborate to address transportation challenges. The TMA works in partnership with it's member businesses, properties and developers to administer an array of programs that assist employees and residents in choosing sustainable commute modes such as the MBTA, biking, walking, carpooling, vanpooling and private commuter shuttles. 

  • What are the benefits of TMA membership?

    TMA members benefit from:

    • Improved recruitment and retentions of employees
    • Commuter incentive programs
    • First/Last mile shuttle services
    • Online ridematching platform for carpool formation
    • Emergency Ride Home 
    • On-site marketing and promotional events
    • Monthly email newsletter
    • Parking solutions 
    • Micro-mobility options
    • Setup employee pre-tax benefits 
    • Assist with Cambridge's PTDM compliance ordinance
    • Advocacy for transit and road improvements
  • I'm looking for commuting assistance, but I don't know if my workplace is a TMA member.

    Contact us to see if your workplace is a participating member of the Alewife TMA.

  • Can I ride the TMA shuttle?

    The Alewife TMA manages three shuttle services in the area. Visit the below webpages to see more information about each shuttle:

    1. Alewife Station Shuttle
    2. Burlington to Alewife Shuttle
    3. The Royal Belmont Shuttle
  • What are your business hours?

    We are available Monday thru Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM


    Call (781) 404-5043 to reach the Director


    Email us anytime at Director@AlewifeTMA.org

     

    Or send us a message via our Contact webpage

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