Source: Larry Carson, Baltimore Sun ( Free Registration )

Beth Vessey lives 36 miles from her Howard County (MD) government job in Ellicott City, MD. And although her Toyota Camry gets a healthy 29 miles to the gallon, commuting four days a week instead of five sounds appealing.

“It would save me a lot of money,” said Vessey, who lives near Westminster, MD. “It seems like it might be a good idea.”

Vessey, who has worked in the Howard County communications office for 20 years, took notice when County Executive Ken Ulman announced last week that alternative work schedules will be available for some county employees. The plan, intended to conserve energy, includes compressed workweeks, such as a four-day week of 10-hour days, and flextime arrangements. Ulman said he is also considering permitting some workers to telecommute. 

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