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Parking Management

Preface
Objectives
Automobile Registration
Parking Area Assignments
Additional Parking Clarifications
Snow Removal
Damage or Theft
Vacation Periods
Abandonment and Towing
Motocycles and Mopeds
Revocation of Driving Privileges
Appeals
Billing for Violations
Driving and Vehicle Safety
Accessible Parking (also known as HP Parking)

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Parking Management

Dear College Community Member:

Welcome back! Thank you for visiting the parking section of the Wellesley College Police Department Website. PLEASE READ THIS SITE AS MOST ALL INFORMATION HERE PERTAINS TO THOSE YOU HAVE A MOTOR VEHICLE.

This website is provided to acquaint you with the Wellesley College Motor Vehicle rules and regulations. Whether you maintain a vehicle on campus throughout the year, or have temporary use of a vehicle, you are expected to be familiar with and abide by these regulations.

Specific questions or concerns related to the motor vehicle code can be answered by contacting the Police Department at 283-2121 or EXT 2121 in an effort to resolve the matter prior to the issuance of a citation. You may also email parking at parking @wellesley.edu.

WELLESLEY COLLEGE POLICE DEPARTMENT

283-2121 EXT 2121 FOR ALL NON-EMERGENCIES

283-5555 EXT 5555 EMERGENCIES: POLICE FIRE AMBULANCE

 

WELLESLEY COLLEGE TRAFFIC AND PARKING REGULATIONS

OBJECTIVES

The principal objectives of the traffic regulations are to:

1. Provide students with the opportunity to maintain a motor vehicle while attending Wellesley College.

2. Assure students, employees, visitors and guests have an appropriate place to park.

3. Establish and encourage a walking campus minimizing congestion, noise and safety problems.

4. Enforce safety for pedestrians and vehicular traffic.

5. Assure that access for emergency vehicles and equipment is maintained at all times.

AUTOMOBILE REGISTRATION

All vehicles on campus must be registered by the owner of the vehicle. Student parking decals will be given out at the time of registration. Founders Lot decals will be sent out via campus mail.

Place the registration sticker on the inside lower right corner of the left rear passengers' window. All registration stickers must be permanently affixed to the window of the vehicle and must be easy to read from the outside. Failure to display a current parking permit will result in fines and/or towing. All previous parking permits must be removed in order to make identification easier - scrapers are available at the Police Department.

Changes in license plates, makes, models, owners, etc., of a registered vehicle must be reported to the Police Department immediately.

Vehicles not registered, improperly registered or without proper license plates are subject to towing. Vehicles that cannot be readily moved or are inoperable shall be towed.

 

EMPLOYEES

New employees are typically assigned to general staff parking areas and more senior employees are assigned to restricted parking areas. Movement from general staff parking areas to restricted parking areas is based on seniority. As vacancies in restricted areas occur, senior employees will be contacted about the vacancy and afforded the opportunity to move from general parking to restricted parking. Employees must park in their designated parking areas at all times. Employees with temporary or permanent medical disabilities must request special parking permits directly through Jim Wice, the Director of Disability Services. Medical documentation of an illness or injury may be requested to substantiate disability claims.

VISITOR REGISTRATION

Visitors and guests wishing to park on Wellesley College property overnight must obtain a visitor parking permit at the Police Department. Students and employees who have temporary use of a vehicle or a guest with an automobile must obtain a temporary parking permit for that vehicle if staying overnight. Temporary parking permits and visitor parking permits are available 24 hours a day at the Police Department located in the Davis Parking Facility. ALL VISITORS PARK IN THE DAVIS PARKING FACILITY. The fee is $2 per night and free on the weekends for students. Students and employees are responsible for the fines incurred by their guests.

STUDENT REGISTRATION:

All students who attend class at Wellesley College and who own or use a motor vehicle are required to register it with the Police Department within 24 hours of having the car on campus, regardless of the length of time that the vehicle will be on campus. Registration of motor vehicles may be done at the Police Department. There is a fee associated with parking. Students must charge their registration fee to their term bill.

Students must register their own vehicles. If a student falsely registers a vehicle (i.e. having an upperclass-woman register the vehicle in order to receive priority parking), Campus Police will refer both students to General Judiciary.

First year resident students are not authorized to bring vehicles to campus.

NON-MASSACHUSETTS REGISTRATION:

Massachusetts Law requires that every non-resident enrolled as a student at a school or college in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts who operates a motor vehicle registered in another state or country for more than thirty days within the Commonwealth during any period beginning September 1st of any year and ending August 31st of the following year shall, on or before such thirtieth day, file in triplicate with the police department of the city or town in which said school or college is located on a form approved by the Registrar of Motor Vehicles, a statement signed by him/her under penalties of perjury providing the following information: registration number and make of the motor vehicle, and the state or country of registration, the name and address of the owner, the legal residence while attending school or college, and the name of the school or college he/she is attending. Any such non-resident who fails to comply with the provisions of the paragraph shall be punished by a fine of not more than fifty dollars.

These forms are available through the police office and upon registration of the out-of-state vehicle, an additional registration permit will be issued to comply with this regulation. There is no fee for this registration.

PARKING AREA ASSIGNMENTS

RESIDENT STUDENTS

Students who live in campus residence halls must park in the designated parking areas assigned to them. Resident students are expected to park their vehicles in designated areas and walk from place to place.

FIRST YEAR STUDENTS

First year resident students are not authorized to bring vehicles to campus.

SOPHOMORES, JUNIORS AND DC PERMIT HOLDERS

Sophomores and Juniors will receive DC permits and are required to park in the Distribution Center Parking Lots 24 hours a day seven days a week.

There is no parking at any time in Gray Lot, Dower Lot, Hillside Lot, College Club Lots, Sports Center, in front of Munger Hall, Jewett Hill, Pendleton Hill, the Rte. 135 circle by Cazenove and Pomeroy, the West End of the Sports Center, the New Trade Center Lot, or in any other area that is not specifically authorized.

SENIORS

Seniors residing in the Tower Court Complex, Lakehouse, Cervantes, Munger and the Quad must park the Davis Parking Facility (DPF) on levels 3 and 4 during normal business hours, 7:00am-4:30pm Mon. through Fri. Parking is permitted in employee parking areas in Founders Lot and Library area spaces after business hours and on weekends, provided they do not park in reserved spaces and park within lined parking spaces. There is no overnight parking.

There is no parking at any time in Gray Lot, Dower Lot, College Club Lots, Sports Center, Jewett Hill, Pendleton Hill, the Rte 135 circle by Cazenove and Pomeroy or in any other area that is not specifically authorized.

NEW HILLSIDE/DOWER LOTS

Seniors who reside in the New Dorms, Dower, Homstead, Instead, Dower, Orchard Apartments, and Stone-Davis will be eligible for the Dower Lottery. Information regarding the Dower Lottery will be available at the beginning of each semester. Parking in the Dower Lot is on a per-semester basis.

COMMUTER STUDENTS

Commuter students who reside off-campus must park their vehicles in the appropriate Commuter Student Parking areas (Davis Parking Facility levels 3 and 4 and Xmas Tree Alley) during normal business hours-7:30am to 4:30 pm Mon. through Fri. Commuting students may park in the Founders Lot and the Library area spaces after business hours and on weekends provided they not park in reserved spaces and are parked within lined parking spaces.

AUDITOR STUDENTS:

Auditor students are required to register their vehicle(s) and may park in the Davis Parking Facility only.

MUNGER HALL

The parking spaces in front of Munger Hall are reserved for seniors residing in Munger Hall only. These spaces are not reserved for individuals and once occupied, all other Munger residents must park in their assigned parking areas as determined by their permit. Visitors and guests of Munger Hall residents must obtain a temporary parking pass and park in the Davis Parking Facility. In conjunction with the Police Department a special Munger Senior Parking Permit can be arranged.

ADDITIONAL PARKING CLARIFICATIONS:

1. Students on official business or employed at any college office are expected to park in their designated parking area and walk to that particular office or area.
2. Students and employees who need to park close to a building in a no parking area or fire lane area to drop off items, unload a vehicle, pick up passengers, etc., may do so by notifying the police office by telephone and reporting the circumstances, make of vehicle, license plate number and length of time needed. Campus Police will permit temporary parking to accommodate such needs only if notified at the time of the request.
3. Waiver of regulations by any member of the Police Department is not acceptable as an appeal of violations. Only the Chief of Police or her designee may make exceptions to these regulations.
4. Students may only park in spaces authorized by their permit. All other spaces are unauthorized at all times even for momentary parking.
5. There is no parking at anytime in the following areas:
   • -on any campus road
   • -on the side of any campus roadway
   • -in front of any building (residential, academic or administrative)
   • -on any grass or unpaved area
   • -on public streets adjacent to the campus
   • -in any visitor or reserved space
   • -in any designated fire lane
   • -in any loading area
   • -in front of any chain or gate
   • -in reserved parking places
   • -in handicap areas
   • -at the College Club
   • -at any bus stop
   • -on any sidewalk, path or crosswalk
   • -in front of or along side of a fire hydrant

VISITORS:

Visitors and guests of students and employees must park in the Davis Parking Facility. Students and employees are responsible for any violation committed by their guests.

SNOW REMOVAL

Snow removal is difficult under the best conditions, but more so when parked cars are obstructing. Cars hindering snow removal operations will be towed if necessary. Resident students should keep their cars in their designated parking areas during snow storms. Faculty and Staff parked on the fifth floor of the Davis Parking Facility are urged to move their cars as soon as possible during snow storms. The level should be empty overnight.

DAMAGE OR THEFT

Wellesley College is not responsible for damage or theft insurance of motor vehicles while on college property. Vehicles and their contents cannot be guaranteed protection against loss of any kind. Owners should always lock valuables in the trunk area of the vehicle and consider purchasing anti-theft devices. You can call Campus Police for additional crime prevention measures.

VACATION PERIODS

Unless otherwise instructed by Campus Police, all motor vehicles must be parked in designated parking areas throughout the year including all breaks and holidays. Vehicles cannot be stored or left on campus during winter or summer break periods without the consent of Campus Police.

ABANDONMENT AND TOWING

Any vehicle parked on campus property in violation is subject to towing if deemed necessary by a police officer. It is the responsibility of the driver to park legally. Vehicles that are illegally parked may be towed without prior notification to the owner. The following are but some examples of violation:

1. Cars registered but inoperable will be towed even from a legal space.

2. Cars obstructing fire lanes or other emergency access are subject to immediate towing.

3. Charges for towing and storage are the responsibility of the owner.

4. Vehicles parked in front of any campus building are subject to towing.

5. Vehicles not registered and displaying a proper permit are subject to towing.

6. Vehicles parked illegally in handicap areas are subject to immediate towing.

7. Students parked in employee areas during business hours are subject to towing.

8. Vehicles obstructing snow removal are subject to towing.

MOTORCYCLES AND MOPEDS

The Police Department advises against bringing any motorcycle-type vehicle to campus because of the extreme vulnerability to theft. Such vehicles are easily loaded into pickup trucks or vans. All the rules and regulations applicable to motor vehicles also apply to motorcycle-type vehicles.

REVOCATION OF DRIVING PRIVILEGES

The privilege to maintain or operate a motor vehicle on the campus may be revoked by the Chief of Police or her designee for continued disregard for rules and regulations, accumulation of 5 or more parking violations during the academic year, flagrant violations, reckless driving or any violation that places the safety and welfare of the community in jeopardy. Individuals who have been notified that their privilege to maintain and/or operate their vehicle on campus has been revoked must remove their vehicle from campus within 24 hours of the revocation notice. Should the vehicle be observed on campus it will be towed and the operator may be subject to further disciplinary action.

APPEALS

Tickets may be appealed only if done so according to the instructions on the reverse of the citation and within the 14 day period from when the citation was written.

You can appeal a parking ticket on-line using our Ticket Appeal Form.

Appeals can also be made by filling out the form in person at the Campus Police Dispatch Area. Ticket appeals will not be heard on violations older than the 14 day period from when the citation was written.

Visitors who receive traffic violations while on campus may return such notices to the Campus Police office prior to leaving campus or mail such violation within the 14 day appeal period as stipulated on the reverse of the violation. Subsequent violations by visitors will not be waived and will be subject to billing of all fines imposed. Students and employees are responsible for the fines incurred by their guests. Due to the volume of citation appeals, delays may occur. Do not send in duplicate appeals, as they may slow down the process. Visitors who fail to turn in the yellow copy of their first citation will have the bill sent to their home address.

BILLING FOR VIOLATIONS

Traffic violations are billed through the Bursar's Office and placed on the student's term bill if the violations are not paid before the 14 days from the date of the violation. Employees will be billed directly from the Bursar's Office and fines outstanding may be deducted from payroll.

Payment will be received at the Bursar's Office during their business hours. You cannot pay at Campus Police.

DRIVING AND VEHICLE SAFETY

TRAFFIC LAWS

All persons operating motor vehicles on Wellesley College property are expected to comply with the motor vehicle and traffic laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Failure to comply with these laws could result in the issuance of a Commonwealth of Massachusetts Motor Vehicle citation.

OPERATING UNDER THE INFLUENCE

Motorists operating vehicles under the influence of intoxicating liquor, marijuana, narcotic drugs, depressants or stimulant substances, all as defined in section one of chapter ninety-four C, or the vapors of glue shall be arrested and prosecuted under chapter ninety, section twenty-four of the Laws of the Commonwealth.

DRIVING SAFETY TIPS

1. Always lock doors and close all windows when leaving your car, whether for a few minutes or overnight.

2. Store all packages and valuables in the trunk when leaving the vehicle parked.

3. Never pick up hitchhikers.

4. As you approach your vehicle, have your keys ready. Check the vehicle for intruders before getting inside and lock your door once you are in the vehicle.

PREVENTING AUTO THEFT

Each year more than a million vehicles are stolen in the United States or about one vehicle every thirty seconds. You should always behave as if your vehicle is at high risk for theft. Although any professional can circumvent security features, most car thieves are not professionals. The typical car thief, professional or amateur, is looking to steal vehicles that offer the least amount of resistance. You should also be aware that the year and model of the vehicle does not matter. Older vehicles may often be sold for parts. Your objective should always be to remove the risk and reduce the chances of theft. Listeb below are some measures you might consider employing:

1. Remove the ignition key and secure all doors and windows even while running a quick errand.

2. Avoid leaving valuables in the car. Purchases made while shopping should be kept in the trunk and out of sight.

3. Tape decks and CD players should be engraved and a record kept of models and serial numbers. Do not leave portable phones or powerbooks in an unattended vehicle.

4. Consider the purchase and installation of security devices, such as, anti-theft door locks, "kill" switches, locking gas cap, alarm and locator devices.

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