UTHSC - Mobility Program

Welcome to the Mobility Program

Program Overview
The UTHSC-H Mobility Program has multiple goals to reduce single occupancy vehicles (SOV) into the Texas Medical Center (TMC). The goals include; the reduction of individuals commuting alone, the ability to offer alternative transportation options, to educate the University community about alternate transportation services and to take a leadership role in reforming transportation programs within the TMC.

Alternative Transportation Options
The alternative transportation options (modes) supported by the Mobility Program are METRO, Woodlands Express, Fort Bend County Express, and Vanpool services offered through METRO and VPSI and Enterprise Ride Share.

Employee Benefits
Employees of UTHSC-H who meet the eligibility requirements will be entitled to a monthly subsidy of sixty-five percent up to $55 beginning July 2008 for their selected alternative transportation option (modes) from home to work and return. (METRO-based on 21 days, Woodlands Express or Fort Bend County Based on 20 days, and Vanpool).

Policies & Procedures
See the Handbook of Operating Procedures (HOOP) Section 2 University Citizenship Item 2.62 Mobility

Eligibility
The Mobility Program is limited to Full Time Employees of UTHSC-H utilizing an alternative mass transit transportation mode at least four times per week from home to work and back home. The program is not for those who need a rail pass strictly for transportation during the workday. All parking contracts must be forfeited with the exception of van pool drivers.

The Mobility Participant must notify the Program Administrator of a change in employment status that would make him or her ineligible for the program. If a violation of eligibility is found, the employee will be liable for any charges during the ineligible period and will be immediately dropped from the program.

Metro Notices and Service Changes
Visit www.ridemetro.org to find out the latest news. Sign up for METROLink under News Publications to receive an e-mail when a change pertinent to your route is made.

Violations of the Mobility Program
The Mobility Program is a benefit offered to employees of UTHSC-H. If you have knowledge or suspicion of any activity that may be illegal or is non-compliant, we encourage you to make use of the UT-Houston - Compliance Hotline, 1-888-472-9868, or send an email to compliance@uth.tmc.edu.

Use this interactive tool www.texasmedicalcenter.org/CCCalculator.xls to help you estimate about how much you are spending monthly and annually on transportation.

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	Welcome to the Mobility Program Program Overview The UTHSC-H Mobility Program has multiple goals to reduce single occupancy vehicles (SOV) into the Texas Medical Center (TMC). The goals include; the reduction of individuals commuting alone, the ability to offer alternative transportation options, to educate the University community about alternate transportation services and to take a leadership role in reforming transportation programs within the TMC. Alternative Transportation Options The alternative transportation options (modes) supported by the Mobility Program are METRO, Woodlands Express, Fort Bend County Express, and Vanpool services offered through METRO and VPSI and Enterprise Ride Share. Employee Benefits Employees of UTHSC-H who meet the eligibility requirements will be entitled to a monthly subsidy of sixty-five percent up to $55 beginning July 2008 for their selected alternative transportation option (modes) from home to work and return. (METRO-based on 21 days, Woodlands Express or Fort Bend County Based on 20 days, and Vanpool). Policies & Procedures See the Handbook of Operating Procedures (HOOP) Section 2 University Citizenship Item 2.62 Mobility Eligibility The Mobility Program is limited to Full Time Employees of UTHSC-H utilizing an alternative mass transit transportation mode at least four times per week from home to work and back home. The program is not for those who need a rail pass strictly for transportation during the workday. All parking contracts must be forfeited with the exception of van pool drivers. The Mobility Participant must notify the Program Administrator of a change in employment status that would make him or her ineligible for the program. If a violation of eligibility is found, the employee will be liable for any charges during the ineligible period and will be immediately dropped from the program. Metro Notices and Service Changes Visit www.ridemetro.org to find out the latest news. Sign up for METROLink under News Publications to receive an e-mail when a change pertinent to your route is made. Violations of the Mobility Program The Mobility Program is a benefit offered to employees of UTHSC-H. If you have knowledge or suspicion of any activity that may be illegal or is non-compliant, we encourage you to make use of the UT-Houston - Compliance Hotline, 1-888-472-9868, or send an email to compliance@uth.tmc.edu. Use this interactive tool www.texasmedicalcenter.org/CCCalculator.xls to help you estimate about how much you are spending monthly and annually on transportation. UT-Health Science Center at Houston Auxiliary Home



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		What is the Mobility Program? The UTHSC-H Mobility Program has multiple goals to reduce single occupancy vehicles (SOV) into the Texas Medical Center (TMC). The goals include; the reduction of individuals commuting alone, the ability to offer alternative transportation options (METRO and Vanpools), to educate the University community about alternate transportation services and to take a leadership role in reforming transportation programs within the TMC.