By Ella Tyler The Houston-Galveston Area Council is a partner with regional transportation agencies in a program called “Commute Solutions”, a one-stop alternative transportation resource in the Houston-Galveston area. The program’s staff provides advice, answers and assistance on commuting options and employee transportation programs.
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