| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 55.91 |
| Liaison | Jessica Spence |
| Submission Date | July 26, 2019 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Central New Mexico Community College
OP-18: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
2.00 / 2.00 |
Molly
Blumhoefer Campus as a Living Lab and Sustainability Project Manager PPD |
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:
2019 update: In addition to what was reported in 2016 (it is the same but we failed to mention that we also have showers for students, which are accessible in several buildings), we also have added several PACE bike share stations (operated by ZAGSTER in collaboration with the City of Albuquerque) to our campuses. These stations offer both the bikeshare bikes, at a discounted rate for students, AND they may be used to lock other (non- bikeshare bikes) to them, so they are an ADDITION to the stations that we already had on campus (see below).
2016: We have several bicycle storage cages and other facilities for locking bikes. They are required for all new buildings and renovations. We have no residence halls.
Bicycle parking and storage facilities are located within less than 330 feet of all classroom buildings.
We also have showers for staff and students.
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:
We have several bicycle storage cages and other facilities for locking bikes.
We have no residence halls.
Bicycle parking and storage facilities are located within less than 330 feet of all classroom buildings.
We have several types of bicycle storage and racks. Some of the racks include additional integral locking mechanisms. The cages are designed in a way to dissuade theft and/or vandalism.
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:
In addition to institutional sustainability standards/policies for progressing towards offering more options, or making established options more convenient, CNM is also under state mandate to comply with LEED's alternative transportation criteria. Furthermore, CNM's Sustainability Project Manager also sits on the Mid Region Council of Government (MRCOG's) Active Transportation Committee to align the colleges plans with those of the region. Furthermore, the college is currently working with the city's district (2) councilor (Councilor Benton) and other stakeholders to update the bicycle infrastructure (street markings, signage, etc.) adjacent to the campus to connect to existing city pedestrian pathways and to upgrade streets to create new pathways.
Does the institution have a bicycle-sharing program or participate in a local bicycle-sharing program?:
A brief description of the bicycle sharing program:
We have added several PACE bike share stations (operated by ZAGSTER in collaboration with the City of Albuquerque) to our campuses. These stations offer both the bikeshare bikes, at a discounted rate for students, AND they may be used to lock other (non- bikeshare bikes) to them, so they are an ADDITION to the stations that we already had on campus (see below). CNM's Sustainability Project Manager has worked with regional, city and Bikeshare stakeholders to strategize best locations and best program for teh campus that connects to existing bikeshare infrastructure in the city.
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:
We have made public transportation more accessible: CNM has worked with the City of Albuquerque to allow all CNM students/staff/faculty to ride public transportation for free. We have also worked on ensuring bus stops are located adjacent to each of the 5 campuses.
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:
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:
There will be (currently under construction) 2 charging stations before the start of Fall 2019 semester at the Education Collaborative (CNM APS Joint Use Facility).
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:
This is on a department-by-department basis. Many departments allow employees to "work from home" as needed and some departments that allow individuals to have a 4-day work week. These scenarios include, but is not limited to, online faculty members and staff that hold various positions. Regular-FT faculty are required to be on campus for 30 hours (standard practice), but there are many variations of this for other faculty and staff depending on needs. The institution is currently considering/evaluating initiatives related to the "future of work" and have been surveying all CNM staff on their needs/desires related to time at the office.
(confirmed by Juliane Ziter, Human Resources, 2019)
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:
Again, this depends on department (see above). Each department functions as it's own entity regarding these policies. An institutional policy is currently being considered (see above).
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:
Yes, inherent to LEED are that we only construct (new construction) near existing amenities (within specific numeric thresholds: miles, feet, etc.) and for renovations, that we add applicable amenities. Additionally there is currently a project underway at Main Campus (CNM Marketplace) that is for the sole purpose of inviting businesses to establish along the main strip (University Avenue). The business-types selected for this project are solely based on a detailed survey that went out to college faculty and staff about what they would like to see, or what would encourage them to spend more time on, or live closer to campus. Some of choices were: coffee shop, restaurant, fitness gym, retail (of specific kinds), and other various services.
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:
Special car spaces and signage has been put in place as a part of building renovation. The signage reads "for low emitting or fuel efficient vehicles". This is a both a LEED and institutional standard.
The website URL where information about the programs or initiatives is available:
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