Fairfax/SciTech Shuttle Survey
Parking and Transportation, in partnership with the Shuttle Advisory Committee, invites faculty, staff, and students to complete a short survey on the Fairfax/SciTech Shuttle. We are interested in hearing from both those who currently use the shuttle as well as those who live in Prince William County or points further west and do not currently use the shuttle. It should take less than 5 minutes to complete. This is purely informational, no changes to the route are currently in development. We will keep the survey open through January 2024. Find the survey here.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Parking and Transportation at 703-993-2828 or via email at shuttle@gmu.edu.
Mason Shuttles and Travel for Winter Break
Winter Break brings some major changes to the Mason Shuttle schedules. Details for both Mason Shuttles and travel options for Winter Break are posted here. Please note, we are not operating regional shuttles for Winter Break. Spring Shuttle schedules should be available later in December or first thing after the New Year.
If you have any questions, please contact Parking and Transportation at 3-2828 or via email at shuttle@gmu.edu.
Rick Holt Active Transportation Advocate Award
The Rick Holt Active Transportation Advocate Award honors Rick, “the Mason bike dude,” who passionately advocated for and encouraged active transportation at Mason and beyond. Nominations are open for this award, the recipient of whom will be recognized at the Outstanding Achievement Awards in April. If you know a faculty or staff member who embodies Rick’s enthusiasm and commitment, we encourage you to submit a nomination. The deadline for submissions is Friday, February 23. Find out more details here.
If you have any questions, please contact Parking and Transportation at 3-2828 or via email at transpo@gmu.edu
Commuter Choice Benefit Increasing in 2024
Beginning in January 2024, the maximum Commonwealth Commuter Choice benefit at Mason will increase by $15 to $315 per month. Currently, an Executive Order gives full-time state employees in Northern Virginia up to $300 per month to commute by eligible transit or vanpool. This is a tax-free benefit paid by the University. To take advantage of this increase beginning with the February benefit, be sure to submit your “Commuter Choice Monthly Benefit Request” by Wednesday, January 10 (the January deadline has already passed). If you are new to the program, please also submit an Enrollment Form. Find more information and the forms here.
Motor Pool Program
University departments can rent vehicles and reduce out-of-pocket expenses with the university Motor Pool Program. Motor Pool rentals allow faculty and staff to direct bill their university-sponsored vehicle rentals to their departments. Submit a request for your trip through TripDirect and include the desired date, time, departure, return, and type of vehicle you would like as well as the approved drivers who will operate it. More important information can be found here.
Zipcar: Short-Term Car Rental Available on the Fairfax Campus
Need a car to run errands or pick someone up? Check out Zipcar. Located on the Fairfax Campus, you can rent a car for a short trip or a long one. Cars have to be returned to the pickup location. For details, please visit the Parking and Transportation website and scroll down to Zipcar.