‘OzonePass’ introduced by NJTransit, cutting ticket price

   New Jersey employees have the opportunity to ride NJTransit buses, trains and light-rail vehicles at a reduced fare on days when high levels of ozone pollution are predicted this summer.
   NJTransit’s OzonePass program gives New Jersey-based employers the opportunity to offer their employees a $2.50 round-trip commute within the state on any NJTransit service on designated high ozone days. This year’s ozone season runs through Sept. 8.
   OzonePass is valid for commuting to and from workplaces in New Jersey, where participating employers must be located. The discount is not valid for trips to New York City or Philadelphia.
   "Encouraging commuters to use public transportation on high ozone days, along with our efforts to reduce particulate emissions on our buses, are key elements of our commitment to support cleaner air," said NJTransit Executive Director George D. Warrington.
   OzonePasses are sold in bulk quantities to New Jersey employers, who can either sell or give the passes to their employees. Employers are notified in advance via fax or e-mail whenever a high ozone day is predicted, enabling them to advise their employees to use OzonePass on NJTransit instead of driving to work.
   OzonePass is available to members of the Air Quality Partnership, an organization of more than 500 businesses and organizations. To register, employers may call (973) 491-7600 or send an e-mail to [email protected].