| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 49.75 |
| Liaison | Keaton Schrank |
| Submission Date | April 26, 2016 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Westminster University - Utah
OP-21: Support for Sustainable Transportation
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
1.38 / 2.00 |
Rosanise
Odell Sustainability Fellow Environmental Center |
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:
Westminster has a covered, restricted access, monitored bike parking cage centrally located on campus. Showers and lockers are available free to all bike commuters at our Health Wellness & Athletic Center.
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 located near every building on campus.
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:
Campus is so small that there are no bike lanes on campus proper.
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 Westminster Wheels free bike program allows students, faculty, and staff to check out bikes for free at our campus bicycle collective. The fleet has 10 bikes, which has proven to be the right size for our campus. Check outs are for 24 hrs and come with a lock, helmet, and light. http://www.westminstercollege.edu/environmental_center/index.cfm?parent=6676&detail=11495&content=12082
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:
NA
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):
All Westminster students and employees are provided with free, premium transit passes good for all area buses, light rail, and commuter rail.
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:
NA
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:
The college is currently moving the rideshare program online. Designated carpool parking spots are available on campus. Carpoolers may also list multiple vehicles on a single parking pass to share a pass.
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:
Westminster offers the U Car Share program on campus. https://www.uhaulcarshare.com/
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 is one located in the parking structure by Jewett, however it is not level 2 or 3.
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:
NA
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:
NA
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:
NA
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:
Westminster offers a branch of the Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective on campus. At the Westminster Bicycle Collective students, faculty, and staff have free access to tools and expert help maintaining, repairing, and building bikes. The collective also offers multiple workshops on safe bike commuting. http://www.westminstercollege.edu/environmental_center/index.cfm?parent=6676&detail=11495&content=11794
The website URL where information about the institution’s sustainable transportation program(s) is available:
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