About Us

36 Commuting Solutions is a non-profit public/private membership organization working to enhance mobility along the U.S. 36 corridor for today and the future.   According to regional forecasts, the population along U.S. 36  is expected to rise 28%, employment will expand 53%, and traffic volumes are projected to increase dramatically over the next fifteen years. 36 Commuting Solutions works to reduce commute times and improve air quality even as traffic volumes rise.  Whether you live, work, or travel along the U.S. 36 corridor, employ people who do, or are interested in the long-term growth and development of the area, 36 Commuting Solutions is your voice for transportation improvements, commuter information, and multi-modal resources.

36 Commuting Solutions is one of six transportation management associations (TMA) operating in the Denver metropolitan area. In total, more than 135 TMAs cooperate across the United States, sharing emerging information about transportation issues and relevant news to help us succeed. 

Created in 1998 to reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality and offer commuting options along the U.S. 36 corridor, we operate today as a not-for-profit, public-private membership organization. Our coalition includes nearly fifty businesses and seven municipal governments between Westminster and Longmont.   

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History

In 2002 the organization formed a partnership with the U.S. 36 Mayors and Commissioners Coalition (MCC) to strengthen our advocacy efforts and ensure  funding at the federal, state and local levels. We also continue to work closely with RTD to expand transit service and represent private sector interests for multi-modal access along the corridor. 

After several years of success advocating for transportation improvements to U.S. 36, including the passage of the RTD FasTracks initiative, the Executive Committee and staff conducted a strategic planning study in late 2006 to define the organization's future direction. In January 2007 the organization unveiled a new name, mission statement and logo.

Mission

The mission of 36 Commuting Solutions is to enhance the mobility of commuters along the U.S. 36 corridor for today and the future. Collectively, our membership coalition represents thousands of employers, businesses, employees, residents, municipal governments and those passing through the U.S. 36 corridor between Boulder and Denver, Colorado. 

Services

36 Commuting Solutions has formed a coalition of private companies, municipal governments and individuals to speak with one voice for transportation improvements and funding to U.S. 36 that will contribute to economic stability and enhance quality-of-life along the U.S. 36 corridor. We provide free commuter outreach information to encourage multi-modal travel options and a Workplace Ambassador Network to dues-paying employers and their employees to encourage commuting options. Our Steering Committee is made up of decision-makers from the public and private sectors who meet monthly to discuss key topics affecting travel along the U.S. 36 Corridor.  Additionally, 36 Commuting Solutions offers commute options materials, assistance and resources.  

Staff and Executive Committee

Our organization consists of two staff members, a board of directors and member organizations. The board of directors consists of representatives from the public and private sectors, including elected officials and business leaders. Our members include companies, developers and governmental entities in the area. All of these individuals and organizations are committed to better advocating for U.S. 36 transportation improvements and expanding the use of commute options.   

Executive Committee 

36 Commuting Solutions Staff

Audrey DeBarros
Executive Director

Audrey DeBarros is the Executive Director of 36 Commuting Solutions with more than twenty years of experience in developing integrated transportation solutions and partnerships in the public, private and nonprofit sectors.  Audrey's expertise includes integrating transportation demand management (TDM) strategies with the corridor and local land use planning efforts, engaging private sector stakeholders and developing innovative partnerships and programs to broaden coalition efforts, reduce VMT and improve quality of life in the U.S. 36 corridor area. Career building blocks have included working for the Denver Regional Council of Governments, City of Boulder, Outlast Technologies and the National Ski Patrol/Professional Ski Instructors of America.  Audrey is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Nonprofit Leadership at Regis University. Contact Audrey by phone 303-604-4383 or email audrey@36commutingsolutions.org.

Natalie Abrahamson                                                                                                                                             Communication & Outreach Manager

Natalie Abrahamson is the Communication & Outreach Manager for 36 Commuting Solutions with four years experience working in the nonprofit sector.  Natalie's expertise includes event planning, nonprofit fundraising, project management skills, developing and implementing integrated marketing campaigns and assisting coalition members in developing coordinated Transportation Demand Management programs to increase employee morale and productivity.   Natalie has a Master's Degree in Applied Communication, emphasis Marketing and Public Relations, from the University of Denver and a BS in Journalism from the University of Colorado.  An avid runner, cyclist and hiker, Natalie is passionate about improving air quality and preserving the unique beauty of the Northwest Region.   Contact Natalie by phone 303-604-4385 or email natalie@36commutingsolutions.org.