| Overall Rating | Gold - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 67.20 |
| Liaison | Anne Duncan |
| Submission Date | Jan. 29, 2015 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Wartburg College
OP-21: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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1.63 / 2.00 |
Anne
Duncan Environmental Sustainability Coordinator Sustainability |
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Does the institution provide secure bicycle storage (not including office space), shower facilities, and lockers for bicycle commuters?:
Yes
None
A brief description of the facilities for bicycle commuters:
Shower and lockers are available at the recreation center, which is free to all students and .75FTE employees. Those who do not have free access, but would like to use the facilities for the purpose of bicycle commuting, can contact the facility director for permission, which is allowed for commuting purposes.
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Does the institution provide short-term bicycle parking (e.g. racks) within 50 ft (15 m) of all occupied, non-residential buildings and make long-term bicycle storage available within 330 ft (100 m) of all residence halls (if applicable)?:
Yes
None
A brief description of the bicycle parking and storage facilities:
Bike racks are located within 50 of each non-residential building. There is also easy access to bike racks from residential halls. The college provides inside bike storage during the winter months to encourage students to bring their bikes to campus for the shoulder months.
None
Does the institution have a “complete streets” or bicycle accommodation policy (or adhere to a local community policy) and/or have a continuous network of dedicated bicycle and pedestrian paths and lanes?:
No
None
A brief description of the bicycle/pedestrian policy and/or network:
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Does the institution have a bicycle-sharing program or participate in a local bicycle-sharing program?:
Yes
None
A brief description of the bicycle sharing program:
Started in 2012, 3-6 bikes are available for rent through the Vogel (campus) library. The program has been used by international students, those with local jobs, and also for weekend outings to explore the local community. Those who rent a bike are issued a key to the lock and a helmet.
There is capacity to add more bikes if demand increases.
Bikes are removed from circulation when snow is on the ground to avoid injuries as they are not equipped with winter tires.
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Is the institution certified as a Bicycle Friendly University by the League of American Bicyclists (U.S.) or under a similar third party certification covering non-motorized transportation?:
No
None
A brief description of the certification, including date certified and level:
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Does the institution offer free or reduced price transit passes and/or operate a free campus shuttle for commuters?:
No
None
A brief description of the mass transit program(s), including availability, participation levels, and specifics about discounts or subsidies offered (including pre-tax options):
The local transportation is a demand response program which generally serves special clients in the community. It is really not an option on campus.
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Does the institution offer a guaranteed return trip (GRT) program to regular users of alternative modes of transportation?:
No
None
A brief description of the GRT program:
not applicable as we have no public transit.
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Does the institution participate in a car/vanpool or ride sharing program and/or offer reduced parking fees or preferential parking for car/vanpoolers?:
Yes
None
A brief description of the carpool/vanpool program:
The international programs department offers vanpool rides to the local shopping areas throughout the year.
None
Does the institution participate in a car sharing program, such as a commercial car-sharing program, one administered by the institution, or one administered by a regional organization?:
Yes
None
A brief description of the car sharing program:
Wartburg has two vehicles available through the UhaulCarShare program. Since Waverly doesn’t have any options for mass transit, this program is very beneficial to those students that don’t have their own vehicle. It is also meant to make students realize that they don’t necessarily need to bring their own car to campus if they don’t need to use it on a regular basis.
None
Does the institution have one or more Level 2 or Level 3 electric vehicle recharging stations that are accessible to student and employee commuters?:
No
None
A brief description of the electric vehicle recharging stations:
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Does the institution offer a telecommuting program for employees as a matter of policy or as standard practice?:
Yes
None
A brief description of the telecommuting program:
Many of the administration and faculty members have been provided a laptop so they can work out of the office. The possibility of telecommuting is determined by the positions tasks and can be coordinated with the supervisor.
None
Does the institution offer a condensed work week option for employees as a matter of policy or as standard practice?:
Yes
None
A brief description of the condensed work week program:
Hours are reduced during the summer. Staff is encouraged to work with their supervisor if this is something they feel is feasible in their position.
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Does the institution have incentives or programs to encourage employees to live close to campus?:
Yes
None
A brief description of the incentives or programs to encourage employees to live close to campus:
The college owns several residentially zoned homes and duplexes for the use of college staff. The intent is to help new hires transition to the community and help them experience the benefits of living close to campus prior to purchasing a home.
None
Does the institution have other incentives or programs to encourage more sustainable modes of transportation and reduce the impact of student and employee commuting?:
No
None
A brief description of other sustainable transportation initiatives and programs:
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The website URL where information about the institution’s sustainable transportation program(s) is available:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
The two points on public transit should provide the option of "not applicable." A small college in a rural community simply does not have the usage to support public transit.
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