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Power Outage Planned for University Drive Garage

A brief electrical power outage is scheduled for the University Drive Garage (PS #1) from 9 to 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 20. This planned outage will allow contractors to install a new electrical meter in the area. The structure should have ample natural light for parking purposes, but the elevators will not be in operation during this time.

Considering a Car-Free Year? Commute Club Can Help

There’s never been a better time to consider going car-free on campus. One of the many benefits – aside from cost savings and potential health perks -- is the ability to participate in Commute Club, a program that rewards students and employees for making a one-year, car-free commitment. Whether you're new to car-free commuting or have been doing it for years, Commute Club may be a great option for you.

Cash Out Program = Extra Money on Your Paycheck

UK Transportation Services is now accepting applications for its Cash Out Program. This program is limited to the first 100 qualified applicants. The Cash Out Program is now in its fourth year and financially rewards employees who choose to forego a parking permit for one year. Participants will receive $200 over a one-year period, evenly divided across paychecks.

Bike Voucher Program Applications Now Open

UK Transportation Services is now accepting applications for the 2020 Bike Voucher Program. Now in its sixth year, the program offers the first 100 qualified applicants $400 each in vouchers that are valid at any of four participating local bike shops.

Campus Area Road Closures to Start Wednesday

Several road closures are coming to the UK campus area over the next few weeks to accommodate the installation of a new sanitary sewer line. The first closure will be Bolivar Street between Mill and Upper streets, beginning on Wednesday, April 29. On Monday, May 4, the intersection of Rose Street and Avenue of Champions will be closed for an estimated five days. That work will be immediately followed by block-by-block closures of Avenue of Champions. Starting Thursday, May 7, Upper Street will be closed from Winslow to Bolivar.

Power Outage Scheduled for South Limestone Garage

An electrical power outage is scheduled for the South Limestone Garage (PS #5) from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 29. This planned outage is associated with the expansion project and will enable contractors to connect new electrical service to the structure. Gates to the garage will be up that day and while the structure should have ample natural light for parking purposes, the elevators will not be in operation during this time.

Rose Street to be Impacted by Sewer Project Starting April 20

Rose Street will be closed from Avenue of Champions to Rose Lane beginning April 20, to facilitate sanitary sewer construction. Commuters on Rose Street coming from campus toward Euclid should use Rose Lane to Linden Walk to access Euclid. Limited access to the Singletary Center via Rose Street coming from campus will be maintained during the closure.

Winslow Street to Temporarily Close Early Next Week

Winslow Street will be closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic on Tuesday, April 14, and Wednesday, April 15, as contractors dismantle a tower crane in that area. This work is part of the South Limestone Garage (PS #5) expansion construction project, which will add approximately 900 additional parking spaces, plus retail and university innovation areas to the structure. The project is expected to be complete in August. Commuters should anticipate some traffic impacts in this area and allow additional travel time.

Service Temporarily Suspended on Some Campus Bus Routes

Beginning Tuesday, April 7, the bi-directional campus Blue and White Routes (Route 14), and the Green Route will be suspended through the remainder of the spring session and the summer school session. The Orange Route (UK HealthCare) will continue to operate during this period. The weekend Yellow Route is also not running at this time. These changes were made as a result of significantly decreased ridership during the coronavirus (COVID-19) event and the University’s subsequent move to online classes.

Student Parking Permit Credit Application Now Available

Students who have parking permits for the 2019-20 academic year or the spring 2020 semester and no longer need access to campus may apply to receive a prorated credit.

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