What is TAP?
Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) was developed to provide alternative
commuting options for University of California, Santa Barbara faculty, staff,
and students. Our goal is to conserve energy and reduce campus parking demand and traffic congestion.
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Benefits of Joining the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP)
Employee Benefits
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Pre-tax payroll deduction for vanpool and transit subscriptions and carpool permits
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Access to the Carpool Match Service
- Discounted MTD bus passes
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In-Vehicle Parking Meters that provide 57 complimentary hours of parking per quarter
- Enrollment in the "Emergency Ride Home Program"
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Chance to win a $50 gift certificate for the UCSB Bookstore
Student Benefits
Students living outside of two miles from campus who commute to campus by bike,
bus, vanpool or carpool are entitled to six complimentary days of parking per quarter.
Emergency Ride Home Program
Eligible members of the Transportation Alternatives Program are qualified for the
Emergency Ride Home Program if they hold a valid California Driver License.
In the event of unexpected personal or family illness, or unexpected supervisor approved overtime,
a UC vehicle may be made available for a maximum of six times per year for one round-trip between UCSB and home.
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UCSB Status |
Complimentary Parking |
Discounted Unlimited
MTD
Bus Use |
Complimentary
Emergency
Ride Home |
50% Discount
Carpool
Permit |
57 hours
per quarter |
6 days
per quarter |
Faculty/Academic
Staff |
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Staff |
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Graduate Student
Employed 45% |
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Student |
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*Unlimited 30-Day Bus Pass discounted at $20 per month through payroll deduction
**Only students who ride the Vanpool or long distance busses may use the Emergency Ride Home program.
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