Providence Business News asks 70 local business executives about where their offices are located, how their employees get there and what changes would be most helpful.
Where is your office situated?
• In downtown Providence – 80.0%
• In a neighborhood or suburban area – 20.0%
• In a rural area or an industrial park – 0.0%
In commuting to work, how far do your employees drive?
• Less than 10 miles – 13.3%
• 10 to 20 miles – 66.7%
• More than 20 miles – 20.0%
How many of your employees use public transportation, bikes/scooters, or carpooling?
• None or very few – 71.4%
• Several, but no more than 15 percent of the work force – 7.1%
• More than 15 percent of the work force – 21.4%
Which do you believe would make the biggest impact on traffic congestion during peak commuting hours?
• Increasing investment in public transit 60.0%
• Building new roads – 20.0%
• Making it easier to telecommute – 13.3%
• Providing more incentives for carpooling – 6.7%
The Providence Business News Executive Poll is a weekly survey of 70 business leaders, representing small and large businesses in a variety of industries, throughout the state.
