News & Information
No CATS Bus Service on Memorial Day
PTS will not offer any bus service on Monday, May 28, in observance of Memorial Day. This includes the CATS Summer Bus Route, the Medical Center and the Kentucky Clinic routes. All bus service will resume normal operations on Tuesday, May 29.
Riders can view the actual location of all CATS buses on all routes by using Cat Tracker, a real-time GPS-based bus locating system. Visit http://uky.transloc.com. You can also track the buses via the free Transloc iPhone, Android and BlackBerry apps, by using your smart phone to scan the QR codes found on each bus stop sign or by using the SMS codes found at each bus stop.
Apply Now for 2012-13 Student Parking Permits
University of Kentucky Parking & Transportation Services (PTS) is once again preparing for its annual student parking permit renewal and application process. The parking permit application process for the 2012-2013 academic year begins May 1, 2012, for all UK and BCTC students. Application dates vary depending on the permit type and the student’s classification.
Students may apply for permits online at www.uky.edu/pts, through the mail or in person at Parking Structure #6 (721 Press Avenue). Printable application forms can be found at www.uky.edu/pts/help-and-resources_forms.
Student permits will remain the same price for the upcoming academic year. Student C, R and K permits are $248 for the 2012-2013 academic year, while evening permits are $120. Students who require a motorcycle permit in addition to their vehicle permit should contact PTS directly after purchasing their permit online.
To read more and to begin the online application process, visit www.uky.edu/pts/parking-permits_student-permits_application-information.
Summer Parking Control Now in Effect
Beginning Monday, May 7, most University student parking lots will be controlled for permits. Summer permits for students are currently available at a cost of $7 per week. Permits may only be purchased in person at Parking & Transportation Services, 721 Press Avenue (Parking Structure #6). The permits may be issued for any number of weeks between May 7 and August 2, 2012.
All Employee (E) lots will remain on control as normal.
Please note that even though some lots are not controlled for permits, they are still monitored for other parking violations such as parking in fire lanes, on yellow lines, and in disabled reserved parking. Additionally, all parking meters remain on control during the summer.
Most lots will resume normal control on August 20. Visit the Summer Parking page for more information on summer parking policies, hours of operation and a list of lots not controlled for permits.
Summer Permits Now Available
Student summer permits are now available for students at a rate of $7 per week. Permits may only be purchased in person at Parking & Transportation Services, 721 Press Avenue (Parking Structure #6). The permits may be issued for any number of weeks between May 7 and August 2, 2012.
Visit the Summer Parking page for more information on summer parking.
Parking Permits Get a New Look for 2012-2013
The 2012-2013 University of Kentucky parking permit features a number of both physical and functional changes from previous years’ designs.
Most important to note from a functional standpoint is that the gate access barcodes have been moved to the back of the permit only. This allows for a larger surface area on the front to support the new design, while also enabling the permit number to be more visible on the permit. Employees and retirees parking in gated lots and structures should be sure to swipe the permit with the barcode facing up. Permits should be displayed with the photo facing forward.
The permit design in previous years consisted primarily of a solid color featuring a small image related to UK or to parking in general. In the past, the color for each user group changed from year to year. The 2012-2013 parking permit incorporates a photo that helps to showcase the University throughout Central Kentucky and beyond. The colors for each user group are now assigned to that group permanently, and will be integrated into campus parking maps in the future. To clearly differentiate each year’s permit, the photo will change yearly. This year’s permit features Memorial Hall.
Cat Tracker Makes Finding Buses Easy On the Go
The CATS buses are now easier than ever to find with Cat Tracker, a real-time GPS-based bus locating system! Visit http://uky.transloc.com to see when the next bus is coming to your stop. You can also track the buses via the free Transloc iPhone, Android and BlackBerry apps, by using your smart phone to scan the QR codes found on each bus stop sign or by using the SMS codes found at each bus stop.
All CATS buses and campus Lextran buses are free to ride.
More information about the bus routes, including maps and schedule, can be found at www.uky.edu/pts/buses-and-shuttles_campus-shuttles.
Try PTS Car Sharing Today
If you’re on campus without a car (or just want to try out a different set of wheels), take PTS Car Sharing for a spin.
Unlike traditional car rental services, the minimum age allowed to use the car sharing program is 18 with a valid driver's license and a good driving record. Rates start at $8 an hour and include 180 miles per day. Gas, maintenance and insurance are included in the cost.
Car sharing is a great option for those who don't have cars on campus, those who regularly use alternative transportation, and those who want to avoid wear and tear on their vehicle. Sign up today!
Join now for free! To sign up or to read more information on the program, visit www.uky.edu/pts/alternative-transportation_car-sharing-information.
UK Offers Parking Information via Radio Station
A low-power radio station provides parking and transportation information to University of Kentucky students, employees and visitors on or near campus. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has granted a radio station broadcast license to UK for use by Parking and Transportation Services.
The station is now on the air. The station’s call sign is WQKH 253; it will broadcast 24 hours a day on the AM radio band at 1700 KHz (1700 AM), with primarily pre-recorded messages.
The radio station broadcasts general and other notable parking and transportation information as available, targeting the UK community, including students, employees and visitors. The station reaches a 3-mile radius; communication focuses on those already on campus and those approaching campus.
Follow Parking & Transportation Services on Twitter
UK Parking & Transportation Services is now on Twitter! To follow news on parking and transportation issues on campus on Twitter, go to http://twitter.com/UKParking. Users must create a Twitter account to join. Once logged in, account holders have the choice of following other users and activating their mobile devices to receive "tweets" from UKParking and other users as they post them.
Twitter is a free social messaging utility for staying connected in real-time.