Trip/Event Planning Timeline

Below is a timeline for transportation needs that can be used to help plan your trip and ensure vehicle reservation proceeds smoothly. This timeline is also available for download or print.

First

Assess the number of people to be transported, and the date(s) the vehicle(s) will be needed.

Vehicles available from the Gustavus Motor Pool:

• Cars — 4-5 people
• Minivans — 7 people
• 8-Person Vans — Smaller cargo-type van that accommodates eight people
• 10-Person Vans — Cargo-type vans that can accommodate up to 10 people

The Motor Pool Coordinator can help figure out the most economical combination of vehicles to fit the spatial needs for your trip depending on the availability.

Rates for the 2023-24 academic year:

• Cars: $0.65/mile
• Vans: $0.70/mile

Second

Reserve vehicles as soon as possible for best selection and availability — the Motor Pool Office operates on a first come, first served basis.

Contact the Motor Pool Office by dialing "0" (on-campus) or via e-mail at motorpool@gustavus.edu with the following information:

• Day and date(s) the trip will take place
• Destination
• Time of departure & return
• Number of people to transport
• Department, organization and/or event name
• Contact person and number at which they can be reached

If the requested vehicles are not currently available, your name will be added to a waiting list should changes occur in others' reservation needs and you will be notified accordingly if your request can be honored by your travel date.

Two weeks before the event (if applicable)

Reassess the number of people to be transported and your vehicle needs. Make any significant changes with the Motor Pool Office.

One week before the event (if applicable)

• Confirm and adjust needs with the Motor Pool Office
• Complete the vehicle authorization invoice forms for each vehicle. Information required includes:
  • Department or organization name
  • Day, date and time-frame of the event
  • Place of travel
  • Account number
  • Signature of the department/organization chair or advisor
  Bring completed paperwork to pick up keys at the Telecommunications Switchboard Office, located in the lower level of Olin Hall, room 26. Note that keys will not be issued without the above information.

Keys are issued Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Keys may be picked up 1 or 2 days prior to the trip, depending on key availability.

Note: Should your reservation begin after 4 p.m. on Friday but before 8 a.m. on Monday, you will need to pickup your keys before 4 p.m on the preceding Friday.

Upon return