| Overall Rating | Gold - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 65.20 |
| Liaison | Susan Kidd |
| Submission Date | June 21, 2018 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Agnes Scott College
OP-18: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
2.00 / 2.00 |
Elizabeth
Rowe Sustainability Fellow Center for Sustainability |
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:
Indoor and secure bike storage is available at the West Parking Garage/Office of Public Safety Building. Showers and changing facilities are available on the ground floor and lockers are available in the Business Center, room 114, of the Alston Campus Center. Showers, changing facilities, and lockers are also available at the Woodruff Physical Activities Building. Secure bicycle storage is also available at all of these buildings.
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)?:
A brief description of the bicycle parking and storage facilities:
Bicycle racks are located either in front of or in the basement of all residence halls. Additionally, Campbell Hall offers covered bike racks for residents.
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?:
A brief description of the bicycle and pedestrian plan or policy:
Agnes Scott adheres to the City of Decatur's Bicycle Policy.
Does the institution have a bicycle-sharing program or participate in a local bicycle-sharing program?:
A brief description of the bicycle sharing program:
Agnes Scott has a bike-lending program that is open to all students, faculty, and staff. These bikes are known as “Purple Bikes." In the past year, we have doubled the number of bikes and have between 6 to 10 bikes in circulation. A bike advisory committee has also been formed to better assist the Center for Sustainability in addressing issues of maintenance and financing. As a promotion for our program, the Office of Public Safety has sponsored a series of bike rides to get students, faculty, and staff out on the road together.
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 programs:
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) offers a monthly pass for students, faculty and staff of local college and universities at a reduced rate. Agnes Scott offers an additional reduction for members of the campus community.These passes are sold through the college at the Agnes Scott Post Office (located in the Alston Campus Center). The U-Pass is good for unlimited trips on MARTA trains and buses.
Does the institution offer a guaranteed return trip program to regular users of alternative modes of transportation?:
A brief description of the guaranteed return trip program:
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:
Agnes Scott facilitates the use of carpooling through Georgia Commute Options. This program has created a map for Agnes Scott employees to more easily find carpool partners. Presently, the college's Human Resources Coordinator serves as the representative for GA Commute Options and assists in helping employees find a carpool. Employees who use carpools to commute to Agnes Scott are eligible for a parking pass at a reduced rate. There are Georgia Commute Option tables at staff and faculty events at the beginning of each academic year to inform new and existing employees of carpool and alternative transportation options.
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:
Agnes Scott College has a Zipcar fleet of four cars and we participate in Zipcar's reduced rate for colleges and universities. All cars are easily accessible on the front entrance loop near East College Avenue. The cost is $9.75 per hour or $68 per day. Car reservations include fuel, insurance and 180 miles per day.
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:
Agnes Scott College operates an electric vehicle charging station which is owned by Georgia Power, which includes standard chargers and one DC fast charger. The charging station is available to both college staff and students, as well as the outside community. There are three designated green charging parking spaces available for use.
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:
Telecommuting is the practice of working at home or at a site near the home instead of physically traveling to a central workplace. It is a work alternative that Agnes Scott College may offer to some employees when it would benefit both the college and the employee. The decision to approve a telecommuting arrangement will be based on factors such as position and job duties, performance history, related work skills and the impact on the college. The division vice president reviews and approves all telecommuting arrangements, informing the president. Each telecommuting arrangement will be reviewed six months from inception for continued viability.
The employee’s at-home work hours will conform to a schedule agreed upon by the employee and his or her supervisor. If such a schedule has not been agreed upon, the employee’s work hours will be assumed to be the same as they were before telecommuting. Telecommuting is an alternative method of meeting the needs of the college and is not a universal employee benefit.
Does the institution offer a condensed work week option that reduces employee commuting (as a matter of policy or standard practice)?:
A brief description of the condensed work week option:
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:
Agnes Scott College provides housing for the President and all of the Vice Presidents of the college. Agnes Scott has designated various types of college-owned housing for lease with priority given to members of the college community, including faculty and staff. Agnes Scott College owns more than 30 single and multi-family homes that are located on or adjacent to campus property. Faculty and staff are also eligible to live in the Avery Glen apartment complex owned by the college.
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)?:
A brief description of other strategies to reduce the impact of commuting:
Agnes Scott offers reduced parking passes to students, faculty, and staff who drive a Fuel Efficient Vehicle (FEV) or Electric Vehicle (EV). Additionally, those with an FEV or EV vehicle are able to park in preffered parking spots located in the parking garage.
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