| Overall Rating | Gold - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 76.08 |
| Liaison | Tess Esposito |
| Submission Date | March 1, 2019 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of Dayton
OP-18: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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1.60 / 2.00 |
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Support for Cyclists and Pedestrians
Yes
None
A brief description of the facilities for bicycle commuters:
Bicycle commuters are offered facilities and storage of bikes as close to their office areas as possible on a case-by-case basis. There are at least 3 locations on campus where bicycle commuters are able to take advantage of both storage and shower facilities.
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:
Bike racks with capacity for multiple bikes are located near all residence halls and all academic and administrative buildings. Most residence halls have secure indoor bike storage available as well.
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:
Bicyclists must obey Ohio traffics laws. On campus, however, bikes are encouraged. By Ohio traffic law, there are specific penalties for failing to yield to a bicyclist when turning. The City of Dayton mandates penalties for motor vehicle users who ‘door’ bicyclists. It is further illegal to park or drive in a bike lane. Local police officers are required to have bicycle-related training in the form basic academy training, association with the International Police Mountain Bike Association, and bicycle certification for officers. Officers distribute bike safety and theft deterrent information to the university bicycling community.
Does the institution have a bicycle-sharing program or participate in a local bicycle-sharing program?:
Yes
A brief description of the bicycle sharing program:
Students in our Fitz Center for Leadership in Community have developed a bike share program. Students are able to check out bikes from our Recreation Complex equipment center for free. The University also participates in the Dayton LinkBikes bike-sharing system, with multiple stations located across campus and across the city.
Mass Transit Programs
Yes
A brief description of the mass transit programs:
A free campus shuttle is provided for student use. The shuttle connects the Irving Commons apartment complex to RecPlex, Fitz Hall, Roesch Library, and River Campus. It is used by students commuting from this apartment complex as well as other students and employees without vehicles who travel between the central campus and outlying areas. Through a partnership with the Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority and other local entities, UD offers free public transportation on The Flyer, a shuttle service that connects campus with downtown via three “green fleet” hybrid buses that run on a continuous loop.
Guaranteed Return Trip Program
No
A brief description of the guaranteed return trip program:
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Carpool/Vanpool Programs
No
A brief description of the carpool/vanpool program:
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Car Sharing Program
Yes
None
A brief description of the car sharing program:
The university participates in the ZipCar car-sharing program.
EV Recharging Stations
Yes
None
A brief description of the electric vehicle recharging stations:
There are seven Level 2 charging stations on campus, each with two chargers.
Telecommuting and Condensed Work Week Programs
No
None
A brief description of the telecommuting program:
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Does the institution offer a condensed work week option that reduces employee commuting (as a matter of policy or standard practice)?:
No
A brief description of the condensed work week option:
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Other Strategies to Reduce the Impacts of Commuting
No
None
A brief description of the incentives or programs to encourage employees to live close to campus:
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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:
The campus has been redesigned over the years as a "walking campus." Paved roads were replaced with brick walkways to provide better access for pedestrians and cyclists.
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