| Overall Rating | Gold - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 67.00 |
| Liaison | Ken Foster |
| Submission Date | March 15, 2018 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Vassar College
OP-18: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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2.00 / 2.00 |
Alistair
Hall Sustainability Assistant Dean of Strategic Planning |
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Support for Cyclists and Pedestrians
No
None
A brief description of the facilities for bicycle commuters:
There are showers and overnight lockers available for employees but we do not offer indoor secure bike storage at this point in time.
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:
Each building on campus has bike racks located right outside.
At breaks, Residential Life offers options for indoor long-term bike storage in dorm basements.
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:
The Campus Landscape Master Plan includes a section on pedestrian and bicycle sovereignty on campus, this includes a network of wide paths that connect residential and academic buildings and the phased moving of car parking spaces to the campus periphery.
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:
The Security Department has a fleet of about 40 bicycles that are loaned out to students on a annual basis.
Mass Transit Programs
Yes
A brief description of the mass transit programs:
Yes, the Vassar launched a partnership in January 2018 that allows all students, faculty, and staff to ride the County bus system for free. The College reimburses the county for all rides logged across the system.
There is a bus stop on campus that goes to local grocery stores, the train station, and the local transit hub.
Guaranteed Return Trip Program
Yes
A brief description of the guaranteed return trip program:
As part of the College's partnership with 511NY to offer a ride-sharing program, participants are made aware of the Guaranteed Return Trip program.
Carpool/Vanpool Programs
Yes
A brief description of the carpool/vanpool program:
Through a partnership with 511NY the College has established Car Free Vassar, a carpool & ride sharing program that encourages students and employees to utilize alternative forms of transportation, including carpooling. The system also includes and event board that enables students to ride share to athletic competitions, regional events and to major cities at college breaks. http://bit.ly/VassarRideshare
Car Sharing Program
Yes
None
A brief description of the car sharing program:
Zipcars have been available on campus since Fall, 2010
EV Recharging Stations
Yes
None
A brief description of the electric vehicle recharging stations:
In March 2018, 4 Level 2 EV charging ports were installed in North Lot on campus. They charging stations are available to all.
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
Yes
None
A brief description of the incentives or programs to encourage employees to live close to campus:
Vassar offers 110 rental units and 68 lease-hold houses for faculty use. All these units are within 5 miles of campus. There are incentives of favorable pricing for faculty to live in these units.
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:
As part of our employee health and wellness program, National Bike to work Week was publicized on campus, and included 3 short talks on bike-to-work tips. Employees who logged their alternative transportation commutes were eligible to win a Vassar Sustainability water bottles.
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