I don't believe the PR on this myself. In particular, I don't
believe vehicle miles traveled will go down with increasing numbers
of Community Cars being parked on campus.
I'd also be more inclined to be positive about these purchases if
they didn't market Community Cars to people who don't own cars now!
Those individuals will add to the driving levels in Madison if they
use Community Cars.
The obvious benefit of this program to the university is it might
free up more *parking spots* for even more vehicle use. But chances
are it won't even do that. It will just make it easier for people
who don't drive now during the lunch hour, or between classes, to
drive.
Mike Neuman
FINANCIAL INCENTIVES FOR REDUCING HIGHWAY TRAVEL AND ENERGY DEMANDS IN WISCONSIN
http://danenet.danenet.org/bcp/vmr.pdf
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
10/10/05
CONTACT: Amanda White, (608) 204-0000, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
OCT. 11 PRESS CONFERENCE TO OUTLINE UW-MADISON PARTNERSHIP WITH
COMMUNITY CAR
MADISON - University of Wisconsin-Madison Transportation Services has recently signed a contract with Community Car to expand car-sharing services on campus, making UW-Madison only the second university in the Midwest to offer car-sharing.
Through this partnership, UW-Madison Transportation Services plans to add two new cars and locations on campus every year for the next 3 - 5 years. During a press conference to announce the plan on Tuesday, media represe
ntatives can hear from UW-Madison and Community Car leaders on how this novel partnership will benefit the campus community.
The press conference will be from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. in front of the
stage area of Library Mall. Speakers include Lance Lunsway, director
of UW-Madison transportation services; and Amanda White, executive
director of Community Car.
Lunsway says he believes Community Car will increase alternative
transportation use on campus. "We're happy to provide the resources
needed to expand Community Car service," he says. "UW faculty, staff
and students may feel more comfortable taking advantage of the free
bus pass and other transportation options, knowing they still have
access to a reliable car should a last minute need arise."
Through the new contract, Community Car will maintain the current car location at Helen C. White Hall, plus provide a new Prius Hybrid at both the UW Hospital (lot 79) and the Biotech Center (
lot 20). Over the next 3-5 years, additional cars will be added to these locations for heightened availability, plus new locations will be added to other campus neighborhoods. Potential sites include Grainger Business School, Eagle Heights, the Engineering Quad and new residential developments established through the Campus Master Plan.
Because several people can use one Community Car parking stall, the
need for more parking lots is reduced. Currently, each Community Car
vehicle services 50 members while maintaining excellent
availability. "Community Car effectively addresses some of the
transportation goals within the Campus Master Plan, such as a reduced need for additional parking on campus, which saves the university money that can be used on other projects," says Lunsway.
By adding the new campus vehicles and car locations, the
neighborhoods surrounding the university also benefit. "Because all
Community Car vehicles are open to all membe
rs, residents living in
surrounding neighborhoods experience the positive effects of having a Community Car nearby," says White. "By aggressively expanding
Community Car on campus, the university is not only providing a
valuable service to the campus, they are also supporting the greater
good of our city by promoting less traffic congestion in and around
campus, improving air quality and fostering 'community spirit.'"
Smart Toyota is also supporting Community Car through a major gift -
donating the use of two new Prius Hybrids on campus. For more
information on Community Car or press conference details, contact
White at (608) 204-0000, [EMAIL PROTECTED].
Visit campus transportation services
at www.fpm.wisc.edu or call
(608) 262-2666 for more information on Community Car, the free bus
pass, flex parking or other transportation options.
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