| Overall Rating | Bronze - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 37.45 |
| Liaison | Cody Friend |
| Submission Date | May 10, 2014 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of Nebraska at Omaha
OP-21: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
1.25 / 2.00 |
Patrick
Wheeler Environmental Advocate/Sustainability Champion EHS |
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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:
Arrangements have been made with the UNO Wellness Center for bike commuters to use the lockers and showers for a reduced cost compared to a full membership.
Secure bike storage is available in parking garages.
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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)?:
Yes
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A brief description of the bicycle parking and storage facilities:
Bicycling parking is available throughout campus, near most occupied, non-residential buildings and near all residence halls.
Bicycle parking is also listed on UNO's Parking Map available here:
http://www.unomaha.edu/maps/docs/uno-parking-map-2013-8.pdf
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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:
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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:
Bcycle - Omaha's non-profit bike-sharing program. 2 stations. ~10-15 bikes.
The Bike Library - students can check out a bike, helmet, bike lock for 1-2 days. 4 bikes.
The original Yellow Bike Program - free yellow bikes around campus for use. ~10 bikes.
http://www.unomaha.edu/bikeshare/
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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?:
Yes
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A brief description of the certification, including date certified and level:
On March 28, 2012 UNO received Honorable Mention for Bicycle Friendly Universities from the League of American Bicyclists.
http://www.unomaha.edu/bicycling/
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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):
MAVRide provides 800 free bus passes to students on a first-come, first-serve basis. A MAVRide pass allows access to all Metro transit buses during hours of operation.
UNO provides free shuttle service within and between campuses and from remote parking locations to campus.
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Does the institution offer a guaranteed return trip (GRT) program to regular users of alternative modes of transportation?:
No
None
A brief description of the GRT program:
Yes, through the Metro RideShare program. See below.
http://www.mapacog.greenride.com
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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?:
Yes
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A brief description of the carpool/vanpool program:
UNO participates in Metro RideShare, the regional ridesharing program that connects carpooling persons and provides a guaranteed ride home program for participants.
http://www.mapacog.greenride.com
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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?:
Yes
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A brief description of the car sharing program:
UNO has two Zipcars on campus.
http://www.zipcar.com/unomaha
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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
None
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
None
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
None
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
None
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
None
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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