| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 52.19 |
| Liaison | Christina Erickson |
| Submission Date | June 6, 2016 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Champlain College
OP-21: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
2.00 / 2.00 |
Nic
Anderson Sr. Director Operations & Planning Campus Planning |
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:
Indoor bike storage in Juniper & Butler Halls, shower facilities in IDX and Lakeside, bike rack s are included in campus transportation map. See more at https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=zzGqIE3MBC4Y.kJcjRyzImCk8
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:
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:
The City of Burlington has a Complete Streets Policy that Champlain adheres to when applicable. - see https://www.burlingtonvt.gov/DPW/Complete-Streets
Our pedestrian paths are noted on our campus transportaiton map. https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=zzGqIE3MBC4Y.kJcjRyzImCk8
Does the institution have a bicycle-sharing program or participate in a local bicycle-sharing program?:
A brief description of the bicycle sharing program:
Our ChampRides program has 8 bikes available in two locations for students and employees. http://www.champlain.edu/current-students/campus-services/transportation-and-parking/bike/champrides
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:
Achieved Silver Designation from League of American Bicyclists in Fall 2015.
www.champlain.edu/bike
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):
Champlain College offers a free campus shuttle to all students and employees as well as free rides on the CCTA bus service that serves Burlington and the Greater Burlington area.
www.champlain.edu/shuttle
http://www.champlain.edu/current-students/campus-services/transportation-and-parking/ccta-bus
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:
Offered through CATMA http://catmavt.org/program/guaranteed-ride-home
Our convenient FREE program is offered to employees at CATMA's member employers who use an alternate mode of transportation [carpool (riding with a family member is included), vanpool, bike, walk or take the bus] on a regular basis at least two days a week.
Not having a car available for emergency trips home, is one of the drawbacks for people who are considering alternate forms of commuting. To alleviate this worry, CATMA provides an Emergency Ride Home FREE of charge to anyone associated with its membership who regularly uses an alternate commute mode. We'll issue you your personal CATMA Commute Smart Card once you register.
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:
Champlain is a member of CATMA (Campus Area Transportation Management Association) and through CATMA people can participate in RIDESWORK. RIDESWORK is a free, confidential carpool matching service personally provided by CATMA staff. CATMA's database includes people who are interested in finding a carpool partner(s) as well as existing carpools who are accepting additional members. CATMA's database is unique in that it consists of employees who are employed and commuting to "the hill" and downtown Burlington .
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:
Champlain College is a host of one CarShare Vermont cars with subsidized membership for full-time students and full or part-time employees.
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:
in the works (Spring 2016)
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:
The College does not have an official policy, but it is up to individual managers to determine when it is appropriate in their departments. Several offices offer this option to their employees.
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:
Champlain College (the College) offers a flexible work schedule for full-time staff to support their work/life balance. This policy outlines those items which must be taken into consideration by a supervisor when approving a flexible schedule.
https://drive.google.com/a/champlain.edu/file/d/0B3TGfKkGSfsEVUo1NmVTZWVFSWc/view
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:
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:
In Fall 2015 restructured our transportation office - out of public safety and now as part of our sustainability office and have a full time Sustainable Transportation Coordinator that manages all aspects of campus transportation.
The website URL where information about the institution’s sustainable transportation program(s) is available:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
As of January 2016, we require all new College drivers to complete an Idle Free Training. http://www.champlain.edu/faculty-and-staff/campus-information/transportation-and-parking/parking/driver-and-van-certification
Active Transportation Plan of 2015 found here: https://sites.google.com/a/champlain.edu/active-transportation-plan/
As of January 2016, we require all new College drivers to complete an Idle Free Training. http://www.champlain.edu/faculty-and-staff/campus-information/transportation-and-parking/parking/driver-and-van-certification
Active Transportation Plan of 2015 found here: https://sites.google.com/a/champlain.edu/active-transportation-plan/
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