Alternate Transportation


Sonoma State has reduced the number of internal combustion vehicles used on campus by 60%? Next time you see an electric cart feel free to take a deep breath - no exhaust here!

New Ridesharing Program is Free to Faculty, Staff


SSU has partnered with AlterNet rides to provide a carpooling program available free of charge to all faculty, staff and students. AlterNet Rides allows members of the SSU community to set up regular or one-time carpools to and from campus or to other locations. It takes just a few minutes to sign up and start setting up rides.

Users can set personal preferences including times and days of travel, smoker or non-smoker, radio preferences and more. Police Services would like to hear about employee AlterNet Rides experiences. E-mail them at parking@sonoma.edu or call Police & Parking Services at 4-2143 to pass on feedback.

AlterNet Rides is also working hard to reduce the stress that vehicles put on the environment. Check out the Carbon Emissions Savings Calculator to see how using various forms of alternate transportation can affect one's carbon footprint. For more information on carbon footprints, visit Firm Green.

To become a member, sign up at the AlterNet Rides website. Although joining is necessary to post a ride, it is not required to view available rides or contact members about carpooling.

Alternate Transportation Committee Seeks Input


The Alternate Transportation Committee is committed to examining alternative transportation issues and how they affect the campus. These issues include bike to work, carpools, scooters, access issues, public transportation issues and others. The group welcomes community feedback and suggestions for our meetings. For more information, email missy.brunetta@sonoma.edu.

Register Bikes with Police Services


Bike registration provides a deterrent for thieves and a tool for the recovery of your bike if lost or stolen. Registration is always free to SSU students, faculty, and staff. Protect your valuable investment while reducing the environmental impact vehicles have on the community. For more information, visit the Police & Parking Services Bicycle Registration website.

Other Alternate Transportation Resources


Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition - A non-profit organization to encourage cycling in Sonoma County.

My 511 - A free, personalized service on phone or web that consolidates traffic and transportation information into one website. Plan trips by public transportation, get traffic alerts, find rideshare programs, download bicycle maps and routes.