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Informational Meeting Vanpool Pilot Project Parking Services October 14, 2010 Project Purpose Identify alternative transportation opportunities Collect baseline data Encourage options other than driving alone to campus Design cost efficient and environmentally sustainable programs Survey
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Informational Meeting Vanpool Pilot Project Parking Services October 14, 2010
Project Purpose • Identify alternative transportation opportunities • Collect baseline data • Encourage options other than driving alone to campus • Design cost efficient and environmentally sustainable programs
Survey • Designed to measure baseline data, vanpool interest and barriers to ridesharing • English and Spanish versions provided • Distributed in August to all full time faculty and staff • Excellent response with the majority of responders/48 hours
Data Point Mapping I-15 Corridor-48 respondents East County Area-32 respondents
55% -would rideshare some/all of the time 50%- reason for not ridesharing/not knowing anyone 59%-free carpool/vanpool parking would encourage them Survey responses indicated strong interest in changing commuting choice Stronger interest in taking alternatives several days a week Results Highlights
Vanpool Implementation Strategy • Four vanpool structures considered • SANDAG sponsored lease preferred option/sustainable • Maximum flexibility to grow/adjust for changes • Code of conduct manual development • Gain input from future participants/Open House • Finalize participants/Implement Program
Pilot Program Details • SERVICE AREAS • I-15 at Sabre Springs Park and Ride • East County at El Cajon Transit Center • SERVICE TIMES • Monday through Friday • Pick up at 7:30 AM • Leave Campus at 5:05 PM
Cost • Monthly Cost -$80 • Eligible for Pre Tax Benefit • Could be slightly less depending on vehicle type
Vanpool Drivers • Must have good driving record • Receive a no cost physical • Multiple participants can be certified
Vehicle • Reliable late model vehicle with comfortable seats
Leasing Arrangement • USD will be the leaseholder on the vehicles • 30 Day commitment/flexibility to adjust vehicle size • Leasing Company will provide insurance/roadside assistance • SANDAG program selects qualified vendors and contributes $400 monthly to the program
Guaranteed Ride Home • All participants will be entered into program • Emergency trip transportation provided home up to 3 times/year • Copayment of $3.00 • Choice of taxi or car rental
Start Date • 30-45 Day Implementation Date
Benefits to you • Join a vanpool or carpool that matches your exact schedule and route • Arrive to work relaxed, not stressed from sitting in bumper-to-bumper traffic • Save money on gas • Avoid high mileage, frequent maintenance, and premature decrease in value of your personal vehicle • Enjoy tax incentives when you rideshare