News - August 3, 2017

Caltrans Construction Starting August 24

Caltrans is making improvements on State Route 22 (SR-22/7th Street). Construction will begin August 24, 2017 and continue through winter 2018. Work will involve rehabilitating the pavement on both east- and westbound directions. Additional improvements include curb ramp upgrades, installing new pedestrian push buttons, new loop detectors, and restriping. For more information see Caltrans Construction Notice.

West Circle Workaround
Resources for Navigating the West Circle Closure

With faculty returning to campus next week, traffic will intensify as usual, and potentially be exacerbated by the West Circle closure and Caltrans construction on SR-22/7th Street. Moreover, when students return on August 28, congestion on Atherton Street will increase greatly. Several resources are available to assist you with entering and parking on campus.

The Los Coyotes and West Loop Shuttles will experience detours around the West Campus Circle during construction operations. In addition, an Express Shuttle will begin service on August 21 to help expedite shuttle passengers to/from south campus. Learn more at our shuttle webpage.

Employee "workaround" routes have been developed to suggest the most efficient routes depending on how you approach campus and your desired employee lot.

As always, sustainable transporation methods are encouraged, such as buses, bicycles and walking. It is almost certain you will experience a longer commute time if coming to the campus in a vehicle. Please leave plenty of time to get to your destination!

Parking and Transportation Services Program
Changes and Reminders for Fall 2017

Parking and Transportation Services at CSULB will introduce a number of programs changes and reminders this fall:

  • Shuttle ID requirement: To increase passenger safety and maximize shuttle capacity, CSULB shuttles will require campus ID starting on August 21. Read more at Shuttle ID requirement.
  • Overflow Parking Lot: A temporary Overflow Parking lot will be available just north of the Walter Pyramid starting Monday, August 28. Learn more at Overflow Parking.
  • Shuttle Changes and Additions during Fall Construction: The Los Coyotes and West Loop Shuttles will experience detours around the West Campus Circle during construction operations. In addition, an Express Shuttle will begin service on August 21 to help expedite shuttle passengers to/from south campus. Learn more at our shuttle webpage.
  • License Plate Recognition (LPR) reminder: The new academic year is a great time to check your vehicle information in LPR to avoid unnecessary citations. Ensure that your license plate number is correct and all old vehicles are removed at Update My Vehicle Information.
  • CSULB Mobile App: You can now use the CSULB Mobile app to update your vehicle information, view all campus construction updates, and see real-time shuttle information. Follow the link to download the CSULB Mobile App.
  • TAP stickers: Beginning August 28, we begin transitioning from TAP cards to TAP stickers that will be affixed to the back of your CSULB ID. For more information, see TAP Stickers.
  • New CSULB Parking website: The new Parking and Transportation website is now live! View the new CSULB Parking website.
  • CSULB Parking Instagram: You can now follow CSULB Parking on Instagram for the latest information on lot closures, commute impacts and new sustainable transportation options.
  • Parkmobile App: A new pay-by-phone option is now available in all Short-Term locations. Learn more at Parkmobile App.

For information on campus construction including bus and shuttle routes, please use the CSULB Mobile App or visit Campus Maps, Parking and Traffic Information.

Leadership Fellow Applications Open August 21

Applications are opening on August 21 for the fifth cohort of the CSULB President and Provost’s Leadership Fellow Program. Please visit the Leadership Fellows Program website for more information on the program and the application process.

This two-year professional development program was created in 2013 to identify and provide experiential learning opportunities in a collaborative setting for future campus and CSU leaders. In 2015, the program received AASCU’s Excellence and Innovation Award for Leadership and Diversity.

Candidates for the program are likely to be mid-career personnel who are motivated to enhance their leadership, knowledge, skills and Professional disposition.

  • Strongest academic candidates include senior faculty, program directors, department chairs and associate deans.
  • Strongest staff candidates include mid-career staff at the Administrator II level or above.

Interested faculty and staff are invited to attend one of the following Information Sessions:

  • September 6, 2017 at 4:00 p.m., Brotman Hall, Suite 302
  • September 7, 2017 at 12:00 p.m., Karl Anatol Center

Innovative Financing Model

Makes Campus First Phase of Clean Energy Project Possible
Curious about how the solar panels in parking lots 7 and 14 were funded? Contrary to what many might assume, these exciting clean energy projects were not financed through parking permits or student fees. Instead, the university is leveraging an innovative mechanism called a Power Purchase Agreement. Learn more about it on the campus Sustainability website.

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