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GETTING AROUND UK
Parking & Transportation Services in a Nutshell
Campus Parking Basics
Students should: Familiarize themselves with the campus parking
map before the first day of classes Allow plenty of time to get to campus, especially
during peak class times (Monday through Thursday mornings)
Keep a campus parking map in their vehicle Park only between two solid white lines Save PTS phone number in their cell phones:
(859) 257-5757 Look for PTS employees at the Stadium for any
questions about where to park during the first few days of classes
Where Can My Student Park?
Residential Permits- Wait until you have received your official housing assignment- Required by August 26- Most R areas require an R permit 24/7
Commuter Students K permit Commonwealth Stadium area (Red, Blue, E/K) Required by September 16
Motorcycle/Moped Permits $8 per month
Short-term parking Over 300 parking meters throughout campus Pay to park in Parking Structure #5 or #7 or by W.T. Young Library
Evening Parking Options
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 a.m.
Parking Structure #1Parking Structure #2Parking Structure #5 (closes at 10 PM)Parking Structure #6Parking Structure #7Any surface parking lot with a sign that specifies "Any valid UK permit required 3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m."
7:30 p.m. - 5:00 a.m. Any surface parking lot with a sign that specifies "Any valid UK permit required
3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m."
Evening permits $120/year – valid after 3:30 in most E and C lots
Purchasing a Parking Permit
Permit sales currently underway Apply by mail, in person or at
www.uky.edu/pts Before applying, residential students must
have their housing assignment; commuter students must have registered for classes
All student permits are $248 for the academic year
If first choice of permit is sold out, apply for student permit lottery
Permit fees help fund campus bus service
Obtaining a Disabled Permit
Short-term (up to two weeks) Contact Parking and Transportation Services
Extended/Permanent Contact Disability Resource Center, Room 2,
Alumni Gym 257-2754
UK disability permit required to park on campus; state disabled permit alone is not sufficient
Football Game Day Parking
- Vehicles should be moved from K areas by 9 a.m. on game days
- No parking on University Drive on days ofhome football games
Students may move their vehicles to most E lots* anytime after 3:30 p.m. on Friday; do not move to an R lot
Parking Structures #1 and #7 are closed on game days
Cars must be moved back to Commonwealth Stadium before 5 a.m. Monday
*Check our Football Parking page for a list of exceptions
Visitor Parking
For planned visits, students can visit PTS to pick up a temporary visitor pass
For short or unplanned visits, visitors can utilize pay parking structures (#5, #7) or meters
After hours and on weekends, visitors can park in lots not controlled for permits
Consequences for Parking in Violation• Citations range from $15-$175• Most citations are $25• Most citations/impoundments may be
appealed• Pay tickets promptly to prevent holds on
student account or escalation of enforcement
• Pay attention to email notifications from PTS
Campus Bus ServiceCATS Buses “University of Kentucky” on side Buses range in size; carry between 15-38 passengers Serve inner campus with Red, Blue and Yellow routes Run 7 a.m. to midnight, M-F during fall and spring semesters
Lextran Buses “Lextran” on side Carry 40+ passengers Run from Commonwealth Stadium to Main Campus Stadium route does not have a fare
Late Night Transportation
Yellow Night RouteOperates Monday – Friday between 6 p.m.
and midnight
CATS On-Demand Service – 221- RIDE (7433)
Monday – Friday midnight – 5 a.m. Sunday 7 p.m. – midnight
Calls must be received at least 30 minutes prior to the end of service.
Limited to campus
Finding a CATS Bus
Pocket bus schedules
On the web at www.uky.edu/pts
Via Cat Tracker at uky.transloc.comUsing iPhone, Android or BlackBerry Transloc
appsVia SMS by texting “uky” + bus stop number to
41411Via QR codes found on bus stop signs
Bicycles on Campus and Beyond
Bike permits are encouragedPermits are free and available online
Where You Can Park• Only at bike racks
More Bike Tips Bicycles on campus must obey the rules of the road Watch for “Shared Use” symbols Wildcat Wheels Bicycle Library available to students All Lextran and most CATS buses are equipped with bicycle racks
Check out the UK Bicycle Advisory Committee for a list ofcampus and community bike resources: www.uky.edu/pts/BAC
PTS Ride Home Express Charter buses offering alternative travel option for
students visiting a variety of destinations during academic breaks
Destinations for 2013-2014 academic year include Atlanta, Chicago & Cleveland and stops along each route
Fares range from $55-$155, depending on destination
One-way tickets also available Reserve & purchase seats at www.uky.edu/pts Tickets for Thanksgiving go on sale October 1
Additional Services
Lextran off-campus bus passes
Car sharing
Online ride board
Motorist assistance for permit holders
Free holiday shopping shuttle
Free shuttles to Blue Grass Airport Thanksgiving Winter break Spring break
Online ServicesVisit www.uky.edu/pts to...
- Read rules and regulations- View parking maps, bus routes and schedules- Track CATS bus locations- Purchase and renew permits- Sign up for student permit lottery- Manage account information- Pay and appeal citations- Purchase tickets for Ride Home Express- Sign up for e-newsletters, Parking & Bike e-News- Follow us on Twitter
Navigating Campus: Helpful Hints
Permits are non-transferableFee for using illegal permit is $175Report lost or stolen permits promptly
Keep windows and doors locked Observe signs on city streets regarding street
cleaning Stay informed with Parking and Bike e-News &
Twitter Students should check their email Contact PTS directly with questions/concerns When in doubt, don’t!
Parking & Transportation Services
Located in Parking Structure #6(Corner of Press and Virginia)
Satellite office: - Parking Structure #5 (next to Kennedy Book Store) - Parking Structure #8(UK HealthCare Structure) Check locations before youcome at www.uky.edu/pts
Got questions?
(859) 257-5757 (800) 441-0555www.twitter.com/UKParking1700 AM (WQKH)
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