XAVIER UNIVERSITY University Parking Policy Effective: August 25, 2014 Last Updated: May 2015 Responsible University Office: Auxiliary Services and Xavier Police Responsible Executive(s): Director, Auxiliary Services and Chief, Xavier Police Scope: Students, Faculty, Staff, Visitors A. REASON FOR POLICY Below are all parking policies in effect and approved by the Xavier University Parking Committee. It is an individual s responsibility to understand and comply with all policies published while operating a motor vehicle on campus. Lack of available parking spaces and failure to comply with these policies are not a valid excuse for violation of any and all parking regulations. Parking Services is committed to service of the entire Xavier University community of students, faculty and staff. It is the mission of Parking Services to provide everyone with a safe, convenient and enjoyable experience regarding their parking needs on campus. We are committed, in every instance, to a fair and equitable process that goes along with the mission and values of the University as it relates to the enforcement of these approved policies. This document supersedes any previously approved and distributed document regarding Parking Rules and Regulations or Policy in its entirety. These policies are subject to change based on any decisions approved by a majority vote of University Parking Committee. The Exhibits herein contain information that may vary from year to year and are subject to change without the policy itself necessarily being modified. B. POLICY 1. All vehicles (including visitors) parked on campus must display a current parking permit. Vehicles may be parked only in designated lined spaces and not otherwise reserved spaces. Directional arrows, parking signs and all traffic laws must be observed. Vehicles parked without permits in campus parking lots are subject to fines, booting and/or towing. 2. Students, Adjunct Faculty and Full-time Faculty and Staff parking permits: All permits are to be ordered online at xavier.edu/parking (hereafter referred to as Parking Website ). The vehicle make, year, model and license plate numbers are required to complete the application. Once a permit is ordered online, it is requested that you display your temporary parking permit that is
printable at the time of order. Your permit order will be fulfilled and delivered to the mailing address provided within 7-10 business days. Students and Adjunct Faculty Permits are valid for the academic year in which they are ordered. Full-time faculty and staff permits are valid on a rotating three year cycle. Permit expiration dates are printed on the front of the permit. For a complete list of available parking permits please refer to the Parking Website, or Exhibit B Current Year Parking Permits Pricing Schedule 3. All parking permits must be affixed to the passenger side of the front windshield, lower righthand corner. Permits are transferrable and should be affixed to the vehicle you are currently driving. A lost or stolen permit must be reported to the Office of Auxiliary Services or Xavier Police. All replacement permits are subject to a replacement fee (Please refer to Parking Website for current rates). Permit owners are responsible for violations charged to his/her permit at all times. Please be sure to register all vehicles you may use on campus prior to the transferring of the permit from your primary vehicle to an alternative vehicle. One Permit, per person. 4. Contract and Temporary employee permits are issued over the counter in the Office of Auxiliary Services. All requests must be pre-approved by contracting department and will be issued for the contracted term. Lot availability will be based on the nature and scope of the individual s work. The vehicle make, year, model and license plate number as well as personal contact information are required. 5. Visitors: A valid visitor permit is required for parking in a Xavier University lot. Permit must be clearly displayed on the dashboard of vehicle. A visitor permit must be obtained in person at the Welcome Booth (off of University Drive), Office of Auxiliary Services (Musketeer Mezzanine) in Fenwick Place, or Flynn Hall (Xavier Police), unless otherwise approved in writing by Parking Services. 6. Meters: There are a limited amount of free 15 minute meters on campus. To support campus and external community, these are available to campus visitors without the need for a visitor permit. The timer on the meter must be activated when parked. Meter timer is preset for 15 minute intervals. Any vehicle parked in an expired meter is subject to citation. 7. During major events on campus (i.e. basketball games, concerts, etc.) all permit holders may be directed to park in alternate on campus parking lots. Vehicles parked in reserved/restricted lots during major events are subject to tow at the owner s expense. For additional information regarding event related parking restrictions and alternative parking recommendations please visit the Parking Website, or refer to Exhibit A Lot Assignments/Available Parking by Permit Type. 8. Vehicles parked on campus or entering University property are subject to inspection by the Xavier Police. This is a necessary measure to insure public safety on Xavier s campus. 9. Xavier University is not responsible for fire, theft, loss or damage of any kind to any vehicle and/or their contents while on University property. Vehicles of any kind on Xavier University 2
property are to be considered parked at their own risk. 10. Motorcycles: For safety reasons, motorcycles/scooters should only be operated on the streets and not operated on sidewalks or pedestrian paths. All vehicles including 2-3 wheeled motorcycles and scooters must display a valid parking permit. These vehicles may park in designated motorcycle spaces located in the C-2 lot and may also occupy any designated (and not otherwise reserved) lined automobile spaces. Motorcycle/scooter drivers are responsible for observing the same regulations as those governing automobiles and must have a valid motorcycle/scooter endorsement. Motorcycles may not park at bicycle racks, on sidewalks, inside or adjacent to campus buildings, or landscaped areas. Permit and license plate must be visible at all times. 11. Parking permits remain the property of Xavier University and shall be surrendered upon demand. 12. A permit for the University Station complex is NOT a valid parking permit for Xavier University lots. University Station residents must acquire an official Xavier University parking permit to park their vehicle in University managed lots. 13. Enforcement procedures will be the same for all parking classifications (i.e. student, faculty/staff, contract staff, etc.) Fines must be paid within 10 calendar days of the violation or they will automatically be charged to an individual s bursar account. Unpaid or habitual violations may result in increased fines, booting, towing and/or loss of parking privileges. For current list of violation types and fine schedule, please refer to Parking Website or Exhibit C Parking Violation Types and Fine Schedule. 14. Your vehicle may be subject to a boot after multiple violations have been assessed, whether they are paid or unpaid. The citations on any student, faculty, or staff members record are cumulative and will remain on your parking record for the duration of your time here on campus. 15. Vehicles found impeding/obstructing traffic (vehicular/pedestrian) or left abandoned (no permit, registration or nonfunctional) for more than 14 hours are subject to be towed at owners expense. 16. A handicap placard is required for special parking due to health problems. This placard must be obtained through a state regulatory agency (i.e. Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles). Once obtained and displayed on the vehicle, the individual has the right to park in any designated handicap space in conjunction with a current Xavier parking permit or visitor permit. 17. All parking citation fines are to be paid on the Parking Website. In addition, students are responsible for unpaid parking violations incurred by their guests. Parking fines are applied to the student s bursar bill if not paid within 10 calendar days of the date of issue. If student fines are not paid, final grades or transcripts will not be released and the student will not be permitted to register for classes in an upcoming semester. A processing fee of $10.00 may be added to any unpaid parking fines. 3
18. Employees are responsible for the payment of fines incurred while parking on University property. If fines are not paid within ten (10) calendar days of the date of issue, the University has the right to add the amount of the fine plus a $10.00 processing fee to an employee s bursar account. Further on campus notifications and actions may be taken by an employee s direct supervisor or department chair if an individual is unable to be reached for payment. 19. Appeals must be submitted online through the Parking Website. Citations must be appealed within 7 calendar days of when the violation was received, after that time period, appeals will not be accepted. Payment is not due on the citation until the appeal decision is rendered by the panel, which may take up to 10-14 business days. 20. The parking appeals panel is made up of current students, faculty and staff. No decisions are made by the Office of Auxiliary Services or Xavier Police. Those offices are only involved to reaffirm the University s policies. Repeat or unpaid parking infractions will play a part in a decision. The decisions made by the parking appeals panel are FINAL. Xavier University s Administration is in full support of all decisions made by this panel. 21. The following are not valid reasons for appealing a parking violation: Lack of knowledge of the regulations Failure to read the regulations Forgetfulness Parking for a short period Running late for class or a meeting Use of hazard lights in a no parking zone for an extended period of time Inability to find an authorized parking space Having the wrong permit for the space used Failure to obtain a temporary permit Failure to notice parking signs Failure to display a parking permit Disagreement with, or inability to pay, the fines 22. Men s Basketball/Special Event Parking A. Men s Basketball: During men s home basketball games, the following lots and/or spaces must be vacated 2 hours before game time: Husman Hall Lot Campus Services Lot Flynn Hall Lot Cintas Front/South Entrance Lot Small Lot in front of C-2 All numbered spaces in C-2, C-3 4
Faculty/Staff should plan ahead and park in alternate faculty/staff lots on weekday evenings when a home game is scheduled. Students (both undergraduate and graduate should avoid all C parking lots near to the Cintas Center on these game nights. It is strongly recommended that students who have classes on these evenings park in the following alternative game day parking locations: Woodburn Lots (D, G, H) that are South of Dana Ave. Alumni Center Lot McGrath Health Center Lot Brockman Lot West Lot O Conner Sports Center Lot University Drive Unnumbered spaces in the Norwood Plaza (C-5/R-4) B. Special Event: Special events do take place in the Cintas Center year around. Please be aware that parking spaces, especially the C2 and C3 lots closer to the Schiff Family Conference Center and Husman Lots will be limited from time to time throughout a given day and sometimes on short notice. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding during these times. Parking Services is a function of the Division of Financial Administration and is a shared service between the Office of Auxiliary Services and Xavier Police. Auxiliary Services is responsible for parking administration, permit distribution and online e-commerce. Xavier Police is responsible for citation management and enforcement of University Parking Policy. For more information visit our website at xavier.edu/parking or contact Parking Services at 513-745-1050. In the event of an emergency or after hours; please contact the Xavier Police at (513)745-1000(emergency) or (513) 745-2000 (nonemergency). 5
EXHIBIT A REVISED, APRIL 2015 Lot Assignments/Available Parking by Permit Type Full-- time Commuter "C" and Part-- time/evening "E" Permits Cintas Center During Men's Basketball homes games, parking will not be available in these lots closer to the time of the scheduled game. Please refer t Hub, website, and e-- mail announcements for further Only in spaces zoned "C". Monday-- Sun. until 4:00AM in C-- 1. 24 hour parking in C-- 2 C-- 5/R-- 3 spaces only information. C-- 2, C-- 5/R-- 3 Elet Hall Alumni Monday-- Friday 5:00PM-- 10:00PM; Satand Sunday 7:00AM-- 5:00PM O'Connor Sports Center Monday-- Friday 7:30PM-- 11:00PM Smith Hall Monday-- Friday 5:00PM-- 11:00PM; Sat.--- Sunday 6:00AM-- 11:00PM South Sycamore Student Spaces ONLY 7:00AM-- 10:00PM Norwood Plaza (C-- 5/R-4) University Drive/Brockman/Gallagher/Husman Except during Men's Basketball home games or large special events 8:00PM-- 4:00AM Only Resident "R" Permit Cintas Center Only in spaces zoned "R". Elet Hall Alumni Monday-- Friday 5:00PM-- 10:00PM; Sat.--- Sunday 7:00AM-- 5:00PM O'Connor Sports Center Monday-- Friday 7:30PM-- 11:00PM South Sycamore Student Spaces ONLY 7:00AM-- 10:00PM Norwood Plaza (C-- 5/R-4) University Drive/Brockman/Gallagher/Husman Except during Men's Basketball home games or large special events 8:00PM-- 4:00AM ONLY Xavier Village "XV" Permit Xavier Village Cintas Center Only in spaces zoned "R" Elet Hall Alumni Monday-- Friday 5:00PM-- 10:00PM; Sat.--- Sunday 7:00AM-- 5:00PM O'Connor Sports Center Monday-- Friday 7:30PM-- 11:00PM Smith Hall Monday-- Friday 5:00PM-- 11:00PM; Sat.--- Sunday 6:00AM-- 11:00PM South Sycamore Student Spaces ONLY 7:00AM-- 10:00PM Norwood Plaza (C-- 5/R-4) 24 hours University Drive/Brockman/Gallagher/Husman Except during Men's Basketball home games or large special events 8:00PM-- 4:00AM ONLY 6
Xavier Commons "XC" Permit Xavier Commons Cintas Center Only in spaces zoned "R" Elet Hall Alumni Monday-- Friday 5:00PM-- 10:00PM; Saturday--- Sunday 7:00AM-- 5:00PM O'Connor Sports Center Monday-- Friday 7:30PM-- 11:00PM Smith Hall Monday-- Friday 5:00PM-- 11:00PM; Saturday--- Sunday 6:00AM-- 11:00PM South Sycamore Student Spaces ONLY 7:00AM-- 10:00PM Norwood Plaza (C-- 5/R-4) 24 hours Faculty/Staff "F/S" Permit All lots unless otherwise designated or ALL LOTS Admission/CLC lot after 5:00PM ONLY reserved. Visitor Permit Required Twelve spaces in the Gallagher lot Specific visitors lots unless otherwise designated or reserved. Availability may change based on day or university events. Norwood Plaza lot Admissions lot specific to Guests of Admissions ONLY; Admissions permit required Please note: When Men's Basketball home games or large special events take place on campus, available lots for visitors to campus may change. 7
2015-16 Parking Permits Pricing Schedule EXHIBIT B REVISED, APRIL 2015 Residents: $135 Permit is valid for all students residing in an on-campus Residence Hall, University Apartments, or Manor House facilities. This permit is not valid in the commons or Village Apartment lots. Other lots may be valid for this permit during restricted hours. Xavier Commons Residents: $155 Permit is valid for all students residing in the Commons on-campus apartment complex. Other lots may be valid for this permit during restricted hours. Xavier Village Residents: $155 Permit is valid for all students residing in the Village on-campus apartment complex. Other lots may be valid for this permit during restricted hours. Commuters-Full Time $115 Permit is valid in designated commuter lots twenty-four (24) hour commuter parking is valid in Cohen lot, C-2 spaces only. Commuters-Part Time $70 Permit is valid after 3:00pm weekdays and all day on the weekend in designated lots. Replacement Permit: $25 Replacement permits are available at the Office of Auxiliary Services. Permit is not transferrable and is only valid for vehicles registered to the customers parking account. Summer Student Permit: FREE Students not having permit from the previous fall/spring semester) must obtain a free summer parking permit online at www.xavier.edu/summer. Permits are valid only for the session the student is enrolled. Xavier students holding any official permit for the current year are able to park in any student designed C or R lots during summer term. Summer Intern Program Permit: $75 Interns residing in on-campus housing during the simmer term must display a valid summer intern parking permit in their vehicle at all times. Permits can be acquired at the Summer Conference Office at Welcome Desk in Gallagher Student Center. Temporary Permit: Temporary parking permits may be purchased at Xavier Police or Office of Auxiliary Services for individuals requiring parking privileges for short periods, or for overnight guests: Monthly $30, Weekly $10, Daily $2. Visitor Permit: A visitor permit is required for any vehicle that is parked for visiting the University. Permits may be obtained in person at the Information Booth (off of University Drive), Office of Auxiliary Services (Musketeer Mezzanine) in Fenwick Place, or Flynn Hall (Xavier Police). Please also visit www.xavier.edu/parking for a complete list of Xavier University s Parking policies as well as parking violations and fee schedule. It is an individual s responsibility to understand and comply with all rules and regulations published while operating a motor vehicle on campus. Lack of available parking spaces and failure to comply with these policies are not a valid excuse for the violation of any and all parking regulations. 8
Parking Violation Types and Fine Schedule EXHIBIT C REVISED, APRIL 2015 Violation Description Fine Amount No Permit Displayed $20 Violation of Normal Driving/Signs $30 Using an Illegally Transferred Permit $50 Repeated Parking Violations $50 Violation of Handicap Permit $100 Parked in Reserved Spaces $50 Parked in Fire Lane $100 Processing/Late Fee $10 Parked in a Faculty/Staff Lot $20 Parked Without a Valid Permit $20 Not Parked in a lined Parking Space $20 Parking in an Unassigned Lot $20 Boot Fee $50 Lot Closed $20 Altered Parking Permit $50 Parked in an Expired Metered Space $20 Improperly Parked $20 Parked in No Parking Zone $50 9