| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 51.92 |
| Liaison | Katie Beitz |
| Submission Date | May 15, 2018 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Oklahoma State University
OP-18: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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2.00 / 2.00 |
Ilda
Hershey Sustainability Coordinator OSU Physical Plant |
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Support for Cyclists and Pedestrians
No
None
A brief description of the facilities for bicycle commuters:
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Does the institution provide short-term bicycle parking for all occupied buildings and makes long-term bicycle storage available for students who live on-site (if applicable)?:
Yes
None
A brief description of the bicycle parking and storage facilities:
Most bike parking consists of outdoor bike racks but we do have some covered bike racks in three parking garages on campus. Long-term parking is available for students who live on-site.
Does the institution have a bicycle and pedestrian plan or policy (or adhere to a local community plan/policy) that sets standards and practices for campus streets to enable safe access for all users?:
Yes
A brief description of the bicycle and pedestrian plan or policy:
We have adopted the concept of complete streets, which is reflected in the OSU Landscape Master Plan. OSU has a continuous network of multi-use paths.
Does the institution have a bicycle-sharing program or participate in a local bicycle-sharing program?:
No
A brief description of the bicycle sharing program:
In lieu of a share program, OSU has a very low-cost ($35 per semester) bicycle rental program called OrangeRide. We have found this low-cost rental program to be much more successful than the free bike-share program we formally operated.
Mass Transit Programs
Yes
A brief description of the mass transit programs:
The university bus system is available at no cost for students, faculty and staff. The BUS runs throughout campus and makes many stops off campus. Student tuition includes a transit fee, however students do not pay a fare when riding and neither do faculty or staff. The public rides for a nominal fare. We also offer a disability service.
Guaranteed Return Trip Program
Yes
A brief description of the guaranteed return trip program:
We have a “no strand” policy for our disability riders but it is unofficial for regular riders. We will always get someone home.
Carpool/Vanpool Programs
Yes
A brief description of the carpool/vanpool program:
The OSU Parking & Transit Services Office offers a free online matching service that helps people locate others interested in carpooling. When matches are identified, participants are contacted by e-mail of potential carpool participants in their area. Approved carpools receive a parking spot in a preferred parking location.
Car Sharing Program
Yes
None
A brief description of the car sharing program:
The university has teamed with Zip Car to provide a car sharing program.
EV Recharging Stations
Yes
None
A brief description of the electric vehicle recharging stations:
OSU has several electric vehicle charging stations and makes one of them available to student and employee commuters at a monthly fee of $15. It is a Level 2 charging station and can accommodate up to 100 vehicles per day.
Telecommuting and Condensed Work Week Programs
Yes
None
A brief description of the telecommuting program:
OSU allows for telecommuting based upon the mutual needs of the department and the employee. The procedure for this is known as Alternate Work Location and is published on our public website, http://hr.okstate.edu/sites/default/files/docfiles/Alternate_Work_Location.pdf.
Does the institution offer a condensed work week option that reduces employee commuting (as a matter of policy or standard practice)?:
Yes
A brief description of the condensed work week option:
OSU allows for flexible scheduling to meet the mutual needs of the department and the employee. This procedure is known as the Alternative Work Schedule and is published on our public website, http://hr.okstate.edu/sites/default/files/docfiles/AlternativeWorkSchedulesSupvNotes.pdf. .
Other Strategies to Reduce the Impacts of Commuting
Yes
None
A brief description of the incentives or programs to encourage employees to live close to campus:
The OrangeRide bicycle rental program and free bus transit system are initiatives that encourage employees to live close to campus.
Does the institution employ other strategies to reduce the impact of commuting (e.g. preferred parking for fuel-efficient vehicles, cash-out of parking programs)?:
Yes
A brief description of other strategies to reduce the impact of commuting:
We offer a park & ride permit for students to encourage remote parking and use of the transit system. It is half the price of regular student parking. Also,approved carpools receive preferred parking spots.
Optional Fields
Additional documentation to support the submission:
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
Also https://parking.okstate.edu/content/carsharing and https://parking.okstate.edu/pk_orangeride
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