| Overall Rating | Bronze - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 38.80 |
| Liaison | Sarah Laurie |
| Submission Date | May 7, 2014 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
State University of New York at Fredonia
OP-21: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
1.25 / 2.00 |
Sarah
Laurie Environmental Safety and Sustainability Specialist; PR Subcommittee Chair; ACUPCC liaison Environmental Health & Safety |
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:
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:
More than 30 bike racks are located around campus, near each main building entrance.
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:
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 Fredonia Bike Lab coordinates group rides Tuesday at 9pm Thursday at midnight and Sunday at 3pm starting at the huge library stairset. The Lab is located in the basement of Lograsso. Its the second black door on top of the loading dock (the one without the danger sign). Open Lab hours for pickups and drop offs of bikes are Wednesday 1-4 and Friday 1-4.
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):
Student rates for local buses are only $0.25
A community shuttle that runs from campus to local points of interest is utilized by students for "free" as the fare is included in their student fees.
A campus park'n'ride shuttle is available on campus for free to faculty staff and students.
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:
One of the most common concerns shared by commuters who rideshare to work is becoming stranded, without a way to get home should an emergency arise. FredRide’s Guaranteed Ride Home Program helps alleviate this concern by providing a reliable means for employees to get home or to the hospital in the case of a qualifying emergency.
The Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) Program is a free service offered exclusively to individuals who:
-Work or attend classes at SUNY Fredonia
-Rideshare to work on the day the individual needs an emergency ride home or to the hospital, and
-Have registered for the FredRide program
What Qualifies as a valid GRH Program emergency:
-Personal illness
-Unexpected illness/injury of an immediate family member
-Carpool driver has an emergency or unexpected overtime
-Supervisor requires employee to work unscheduled overtime
-Break-in, flood, or fire at personal residence
What does not qualify as a valid GRH Program emergency:
-Personal errands
-Non-emergency appointments/meetings/doctor visits
-Voluntary overtime
-Inclement weather
-Any trip where alternate transportation could be arranged in advance
What are valid GRH Destinations:
-Home
-Personal Vehicle (if the employee or student is parked at a Park & Ride or transit location)
-Medical facility
-Daycare or School
How many times can GRH be used:
-two (per year)
If you need to use the GRH Program:
Students and employees may utilize this program by calling a local taxi service to provide a ride to any of the approved locations listed above. Request a receipt from the driver, and submit your receipt for reimbursement to the sustainability coordinator.
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:
EXPLANATION OF FREDRIDE
FredRide is a free campus-wide carpooling program designed to help faculty, students, and staff find other individuals on campus with similar travel routes in the hopes that they can reduce emissions and personal expense by sharing rides to work or class.
Each person who wishes to participate in this program must register via the FredRide Portal .
Everyone who registers via the portal has the ability to choose which pieces of their personal information are viewable by other users, allowing customizable privacy settings.
There are six reserved prime parking spaces on campus for carpoolers, located in lots 10 (Dods Hall) and 3 (between Fenton and Thompson Halls) as well as two near the new Science Center. These spots are available on a first-come, first-serve basis and do not guarantee that every carpooling group will be able to park in a reserved space.
GUIDELINES
To be eligible for the reserved parking spaces, individuals must commute:
-from a minimum of 5 miles away from campus.
-at least three days per week
Drivers are only eligible to park in reserved spaces on the days that they carpool with at least one other registered individual.
Driver should hang his or her permit from the rearview mirror of the car. Passenger should place his or her permit on the dash.
Individuals must relinquish their permit if they choose to discontinue participation in the FredRide program.
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:
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:
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:
While no formal policy is in place, employees wishing to work a 4-day work week are able to do so, provided they are given supervisory and VP approval. A formal condensed work week option is anticipated in the future.
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:
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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