Blaze Ride offers additional service for employees or students with limited mobility — 7:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
To request a ride:
- Students must register with Disability Support Services by calling 205-934-4205
- Employees must contact AWARE Disability Management at 205-975-9973
UAB students and employees must present their UAB ID badge to be transported. Visitors will be allowed to use the service when accompanied by a card-carrying student or employee.
Eligible Blaze Ride participants may use TransLoc app or call 205-934-3514 to request a ride on campus. Instructions for app use, Available for iOS and Android.
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Blaze Ride routes extend to these borders:
- Railroad Park to the north
- Eighth Street to the west
- 22nd Street to the east
- 14th Avenue to the south
The City of Birmingham launched a micromobility program in spring 2021. Under the program, motorized scooters and pedal-assisted bicycles are available to rent using downloadable apps. A full list of city rules can be found on the city’s website.
On UAB’s campus, micromobility users must follow guidelines to ensure we can keep this valuable resource as an option:
- Scooters and bicycles may only be operated in areas where bicycle traffic is allowed.
- Users should avoid sidewalks.
- Scooters and bicycles should be operated at a low speed in the presence of pedestrians.
- Pedestrians always have the right of way.
- Scooters and bicycles must be operated in a safe manner and may be subject to citations if operated in manner determined to be reckless.
- Scooters and bicycles should be parked in designated parking spaces/areas only. DO NOT make the following mistakes:
- Parking in a manner that obstructs ADA access or parking
- Parking in doorways
- Blocking ramps and stairways
Report Misuse
UAB Transportation has created a tool which enables individuals to report unwanted behaviors including unsafe use of the micromobility devices and those that are parked out of place. All reports will be sent to UAB Transportation and the City of Birmingham’s Department of Transportation for action.
The purpose of this program is to promote carpooling as an attractive alternative to individual commuting. Carpools reduce traffic congestion, which contributes to higher ground-level ozone ratings. Better ratings mean more industry and business for our city, as well as federal funds to complete road construction projects.
Eligibility
In order to participate in a carpool, you must meet the following criteria: A carpool must consist of at least three employees or two commuting students. Participants must share a ride on a regular basis (at least two days a week). Participants in employee carpools must be full-time, while students must be full-time or part-time and currently enrolled in the semester.
To apply for a carpool, submit a rideshare application.
Description of Services:
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Reserved Parking Space
UAB Transportation will accommodate employees or students with a reserved carpool space for the duration of the permit. The reserved spaces will be designated with a sign and controlled for carpool permits during enforcement hours.
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Emergency Passes
Each participant in a carpool, other than the primary driver, will receive scratch-off passes (1 per month or 3 per semester) to be used on days they are not riding in the carpool. The scratch-off pass must be displayed on the rearview mirror. Passes are valid only in the area designated on the scratch-off pass.
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Emergency Ride Home
Commutesmart offers an emergency ride home program for those who register for the service. Learn more at commutesmart.org.
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Computer Matching Services
Computer matching services are provided by completing a form online at commutesmart.org.
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General Information
- Each participant must complete a rideshare application.
- Each carpool will be issued one hangtag for the group. It is the responsibility of the group to ensure that the permit is properly displayed from the rearview mirror.
- The parking rate will be divided equally among employees and payroll deducted. For students, the semester or academic year rate will be divided equally and charged to student accounts.
- Misuse of a carpool permit will result in cancellation of parking privileges.
- Scratch off permits will only be given if multiple vehicles are registered.
- If the carpool is dissolved, the carpool permit and any unused scratch-off passes must be returned to UAB Transportation. Participants can then purchase their own permits.
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Other Incentives
The CommuteSmart program offers a variety of incentives for alternative modes of travel (walking, biking, transit), including carpools of only two individuals.
Questions? Call us at 205-934-3513 if you require more information.