| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 46.00 |
| Liaison | Lisa Mitten |
| Submission Date | March 4, 2015 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
State University of New York at New Paltz
OP-21: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
1.50 / 2.00 |
Lisa
Mitten Campus Sustainability Coordinator Office of Campus 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:
The SUNY New Paltz Athletic and Wellness Center provides secure bicycle storage, showers, and lockers that can be used by commuters. All students have memberships to the Athletics and Wellness Center that are included in their tuition. Faculty and staff can use the lockers and showers for free as part of the union contract. There is a large bicycle rack outside of the building for secure storage and there are showers and lockers inside the building.
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)?:
A brief description of the bicycle parking and storage facilities:
Bike racks are available across campus, but not all occupied, non-residential buildings have bike racks located within 50 feet.
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?:
A brief description of the bicycle/pedestrian policy and/or network:
Does the institution have a bicycle-sharing program or participate in a local bicycle-sharing program?:
A brief description of the bicycle sharing program:
The Athletics and Wellness Center operates a bike share program and a mountain bike rental program. Road bikes are available to rent by the semester. Mountain bikes are available to rent by the day.
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?:
A brief description of the certification, including date certified and level:
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 program(s), including availability, participation levels, and specifics about discounts or subsidies offered (including pre-tax options):
The UCAT's New Paltz Loop Bus is free to all students, faculty and staff.
Does the institution offer a guaranteed return trip (GRT) program to regular users of alternative modes of transportation?:
A brief description of the GRT program:
SUNY New Paltz students, faculty, and staff can participate in NYS Department of Transportation's Guarenteed Ride Program, a program of 511NYRideshare. https://511nyrideshare.org/web/511ny-rideshare-downstate/guaranteed-ride-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:
SUNY New Paltz encourages students, faculty, and staff to use New York State Department of Transportation's 511NYRideshare program. https://511nyrideshare.org/web/511ny-rideshare-downstate.
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:
Campus Auxiliary Services at SUNY New Paltz runs a ZipCar program. Two cars located at the Route 32 parking lot can be rented by students, faculty, and staff.
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:
SUNY New Paltz has 3 EV car charging stations with a total of 6 ports. One station is located at the Route 32 lot and two stations are located at the Elting Gym lot. The EV charging station is open to students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
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:
Does the institution offer a condensed work week option for employees as a matter of policy or as standard practice?:
A brief description of the condensed work week program:
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:
Does the institution have other incentives or programs to encourage more sustainable modes of transportation and reduce the impact of student and employee commuting?:
A brief description of other sustainable transportation initiatives and programs:
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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