| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 46.81 |
| Liaison | Stephanie Del Rosario |
| Submission Date | Sept. 11, 2015 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
California State University, Fullerton
OP-21: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
2.00 / 2.00 |
Kristen
Jasko Associate Director Parking and Transportation |
Does the institution provide secure bicycle storage (not including office space), shower facilities, and lockers for bicycle commuters?:
A brief description of the facilities for bicycle commuters:
There are shower facilities and lockers available to bicycle commuters. Located in multiple locations throughout the student residences halls, three (3) long-term storage areas are provided to occupants, with security fences and coverings. These storage areas are free for the occupants.
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)?:
A brief description of the bicycle parking and storage facilities:
Next to each non-residential building on campus, there are bicycle parking racks within 50 feet of the building, and are located nearby every building's main entrances. The campus has an on-going Bike Committee and Bike Traffic study, which provides usage and traffic data for the campus and identifies areas for improvements with recommendations. WIth this study, increased bike racks have been installed to 35 units throughout campus, to relieve bike rack parking issues during peak times of the semester (i.e. final exams weeks).
Located in multiple locations throughout the student residences halls, three (3) long-term storage areas are provided to occupants, with security fences and coverings. These storage areas are free for the occupants.
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?:
A brief description of the bicycle/pedestrian policy and/or network:
On the campus website, a map is made available to display county bike routes that connect through the campus, including all the campus bike routes, and pedestrian only zones.
Does the institution have a bicycle-sharing program or participate in a local bicycle-sharing program?:
A brief description of the bicycle sharing program:
The campus participated in a pilot program between Spring 2013-Spring 2014, as a host campus for the city-county collaborative with the regional transportation authority. BikeLink Fullerton, in collaboration with OCTA, conducted the pilot program. This program was discontinued in January 2014.
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?:
A brief description of the certification, including date certified and level:
Does the institution offer free or reduced price transit passes and/or operate a free campus shuttle for commuters?:
A brief description of the mass transit program(s), including availability, participation levels, and specifics about discounts or subsidies offered (including pre-tax options):
Parking & Transportation will reimburse CSUF Faculty, Staff, and students who have purchased a Metro bus pass. Metro honors all OCTA 7-, 15- and 30-Day Passes on its three Metro routes (275, 460, and 490) that operate into Orange County or connect with OCTA buses. Participants who live outside Orange County and use Foothill Transit, Laguna Beach Municipal Transit, Long Beach Transit, Omnitrans, and Riverside transit connecting with OCTA bus routes that provide direct service to CSUF, may be reimbursed $19 to $75 (the cost of an Metro monthly pass).
Parking & Transportation operates a U-PASS program which provides students, faculty and staff with free boardings on OCTA buses.
Does the institution offer a guaranteed return trip (GRT) program to regular users of alternative modes of transportation?:
A brief description of the GRT program:
In the event of a personal emergency or illness during scheduled work hours, registered participants can receive immediate transportation at no cost. The GRT Program contracts with “Yellow Cab” taxi company. The GRT Program is available to all Commuter Choice registered participants. GRT forms will be included in the Commuter Choice Welcome Packet.
Does the institution participate in a car/vanpool or ride sharing program and/or offer reduced parking fees or preferential parking for car/vanpoolers?:
A brief description of the carpool/vanpool program:
Participants who carpool to campus (2 or more faculty or staff) can apply to receive a supplemental Carpool Parking Permit that gives access to reserved carpool spaces in Faculty/Staff lots. There is no charge for a Carpool Permit, however one participant in the carpool group must own a paid faculty/staff parking permit.
Each employee in a carpool group that owns a maximum of one (1) CSUF parking permit will receive $1 for every day they carpool to campus. Employees in a carpool group that own more than one CSUF parking permit will receive 50¢ per day.
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?:
A brief description of the car sharing program:
The Institution offers a vehicle-sharing program that is available to students, faculty and staff members for an annual membership fee as part of an agreement with WeCar by Enterprise. Participants in the program pay a $35 annual membership fee (first year participants receive a $35 credit) and — depending on the use — an hourly, daily or overnight rental charge. Rates include rental time, fuel, damage waiver and liability. This program is the newest addition to CSU Fullerton’s Commuter Choice Program as of Fall 2012.
Does the institution have one or more Level 2 or Level 3 electric vehicle recharging stations that are accessible to student and employee commuters?:
A brief description of the electric vehicle recharging stations:
The University currently has 11 stations dispersed conveniently throughout the campus.
A supplemental Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging permit must be displayed with a valid
CSUF Faculty/Staff or Student permit when parked at an EV charging station, and is only valid when displayed on an electric vehicle registered with Parking and Transportation. A supplemental permit will be provided at no cost by providing your license plate number, vehicle make and model, and color of the vehicle.
Does the institution offer a telecommuting program for employees as a matter of policy or as standard practice?:
A brief description of the telecommuting program:
Does the institution offer a condensed work week option for employees as a matter of policy or as standard practice?:
A brief description of the condensed work week program:
Does the institution have incentives or programs to encourage employees to live close to campus?:
A brief description of the incentives or programs to encourage employees to live close to campus:
The CSU Fullerton Housing Authority was formed in July 2000 with the express mission to benefit California State University, Fullerton by providing and maintaining affordable housing and related facilities for faculty and staff. Through such housing, the ability to foster an academic community and environment near the campus will aid the university in their quest to attract and retain the highest quality personnel. The Housing Authority is a self-supporting, non-profit corporation that is managed by a Board of Directors appointed by the University President.
Does the institution have other incentives or programs to encourage more sustainable modes of transportation and reduce the impact of student and employee commuting?:
A brief description of other sustainable transportation initiatives and programs:
The Commuter Rewards program promotes participants who live locally to either walk or use a bicycle to get to campus. Participants can earn a monthly check ranging from $10 to $42 dollars if they walk, bike or carpool to campus. Additionally, vanpoolers and Metrolink Train riders are reimbursed $30 to $120 each month for their alternate commute costs.
The website URL where information about the institution’s sustainable transportation program(s) is available:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
The information presented here is self-reported. While AASHE staff review portions of all STARS reports and institutions are welcome to seek additional forms of review, the data in STARS reports are not verified by AASHE. If you believe any of this information is erroneous or inconsistent with credit criteria, please review the process for inquiring about the information reported by an institution or simply email your inquiry to stars@aashe.org.