| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 53.15 |
| Liaison | Paul Scanlon |
| Submission Date | Feb. 29, 2016 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Slippery Rock University
OP-21: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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0.50 / 2.00 |
Paul
Scanlon Special Assistant to the President President's Office/Sustainability |
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Does the institution provide secure bicycle storage (not including office space), shower facilities, and lockers for bicycle commuters?:
Yes
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A brief description of the facilities for bicycle commuters:
Slippery Rock's Aebersold Recreation Center is fully equipped with shower facilities and lockers for bicyclers who commute to campus. There are several bike racks located outside the building where commuters can also store their bike safely during the day. The new Smith Student Center, as well as the Morrow Field House, also are equipped with shower facilities, lockers, and bike racks available to bicyclers.
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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)?:
No
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A brief description of the bicycle parking and storage facilities:
Slippery Rock University has bike racks located outside of most, but not all, of its academic buildings, recreational facilities, the Bailey library, and the Student Center on campus. In addition, Residence Halls A through F have secure bike storage areas located within each student's room.
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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
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A brief description of the bicycle/pedestrian policy and/or network:
At SRU, bicyclists share pedestrian pathways on campus. In addition, the "Overlook Trail" is a well-maintained hiking/biking path that runs through woodlands for the entire length of the campus.
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Does the institution have a bicycle-sharing program or participate in a local bicycle-sharing program?:
Yes
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A brief description of the bicycle sharing program:
The Green Bike Initiative is a free loaner bike program for the campus community to use. The initiative's mission is to promote a healthy lifestyle through cycling while minimizing petroleum based transportation and parking problems within the Slippery Rock Community. Random drawings of interested students are used to determine which students get to use a bike as their own for the entire semester in hopes of increasing bike use and decreasing automobile use. Green Fund Grants awarded in January 2014 also provide funding for loaner bike repair/replacement parts and for a bike repair station to be installed outside of the Bailey Library.
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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
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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?:
Yes
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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 Student Government Association of SRU operates free on-campus and off-campus shuttles for students. The SGA Shuttles, or the "Happy Bus," takes trips to various regional shopping centers and entertainment venues throughout the year. NextBus GPS tracking allows students to know exactly where the buses are and when they will be arriving at their stop.
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Does the institution offer a guaranteed return trip (GRT) program to regular users of alternative modes of transportation?:
No
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A brief description of the GRT program:
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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?:
No
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A brief description of the carpool/vanpool program:
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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?:
No
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A brief description of the car sharing program:
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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
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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?:
No
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A brief description of the telecommuting program:
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Does the institution offer a condensed work week option for employees as a matter of policy or as standard practice?:
No
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A brief description of the condensed work week program:
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Does the institution have incentives or programs to encourage employees to live close to campus?:
No
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A brief description of the incentives or programs to encourage employees to live close to campus:
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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
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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:
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