Construction / en SciTech 海角社区 Notice: New Traffic Pattern at Prince William Parkway and University Boulevard /news/2024-08/scitech-campus-notice-new-traffic-pattern-prince-william-parkway-and-university <span>SciTech 海角社区 Notice: New Traffic Pattern at Prince William Parkway and University Boulevard</span> <span><span>Lauren Reuscher</span></span> <span>Wed, 08/28/2024 - 10:54</span> <div class="layout layout--gmu layout--twocol-section layout--twocol-section--30-70"> <div class="layout__region region-first"> </div> <div class="layout__region region-second"> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:body" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasebody"> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Body</div> <div class="field__item"><div class="align-right"> <div class="field field--name-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img src="/sites/g/files/yyqcgq291/files/styles/small_content_image/public/2024-07/24-215_campus_notice-scitech.png?itok=K_SDBmiR" width="350" height="350" alt="Graphic illustration that says SciTech 海角社区 Notice" loading="lazy" /></div> </div> <p><em>Updated Oct. 28, 2024: The new traffic pattern is expected to go into effect during the week of Oct. 28.</em></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span>New traffic patterns will go into effect at the intersection of Prince William Parkway and University Boulevard near the Science and Technology 海角社区. To improve traffic operations and safety, left turns will no longer be permitted at this intersection. This will affect the way drivers enter and exit the SciTech 海角社区 from these routes. </span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span>Heading south on Prince William Parkway, drivers will need to <strong>turn right onto Discovery Boulevard</strong> before reaching the intersection with University Boulevard. Then, at the new intersection with University Boulevard, <strong>turn left</strong> toward the SciTech 海角社区.</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span>To go south on Prince William Parkway from University Boulevard, drivers will need to head west on University Boulevard, proceed straight through the intersection with Prince William Parkway, and then <strong>turn right</strong> to head south on Prince William Parkway.</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span>This project is administered by the Prince William County Department of Transportation. </span></span><a href="https://www.pwcva.gov/assets/2024-08/University%20Boulevard-PWParkway%20No%20Left%20Turn%20Notification_0.pdf"><span><span>View the provided diagram of the traffic changes</span></span></a><span><span>.</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span>For questions related to transportation to and from the SciTech 海角社区, contact Mason Transportation at </span></span><a href="mailto:transpo@gmu.edu"><span><span>transpo@gmu.edu</span></span></a><span><span> or 703-993-2828.</span></span></span></span></span></p> </div> </div> </div> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:field_content_topics" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasefield-content-topics"> <h2>Topics</h2> <div class="field field--name-field-content-topics field--type-entity-reference field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Topics</div> <div class="field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/20231" hreflang="en">SciTech 海角社区 Notice</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/19451" hreflang="en">海角社区 Notice</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/4121" hreflang="en">海角社区 Improvements (Construction)</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1716" hreflang="en">Construction</a></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> Wed, 28 Aug 2024 14:54:29 +0000 Lauren Reuscher 113586 at 海角社区 Notice: Parking and transportation guidance for the fall semester /news/2024-08/campus-notice-parking-and-transportation-guidance-fall-semester <span>海角社区 Notice: Parking and transportation guidance for the fall semester</span> <span><span>Lauren Reuscher</span></span> <span>Thu, 08/22/2024 - 12:59</span> <div class="layout layout--gmu layout--twocol-section layout--twocol-section--30-70"> <div class="layout__region region-first"> </div> <div class="layout__region region-second"> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:body" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasebody"> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Body</div> <div class="field__item"><div class="align-right"> <div class="field field--name-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img src="/sites/g/files/yyqcgq291/files/styles/small_content_image/public/2024-08/24-215_campus_notice-general.png?itok=16SuGz-8" width="350" height="350" alt="Graphic says 海角社区 Notice with George Mason logo" loading="lazy" /></div> </div> <p class="BodyA"><span class="intro-text">As the fall 2024 semester starts, George Mason students, faculty, and staff are reminded that traffic on and around the Fairfax 海角社区 greatly increases during the first few weeks of the semester. The following campus parking and transportation guide will help minimize potential parking and traffic delays.</span></p> <hr /><p class="BodyA"><span><span><span><span><strong><span>During the first few weeks of the semester, we suggest allowing an extra 30 minutes to arrive on campus.</span></strong><span> Though some parking spaces are more convenient to your destination than others, the Fairfax 海角社区 has more than enough spaces to accommodate all vehicles. However, many general parking permit areas fill at peak class times. Lots L and K are usually the last to fill and the best places to look if arriving to campus after 10 a.m. with a general permit. </span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="BodyA"><span><span><span><span><strong><span>Parking Permit and Visitor Parking</span></strong><br /><span>A valid parking permit (virtual or hangtag) is required to park outside visitor areas. Those without permits should use visitor parking in the garages or in various lots with daily parking options. Virtual parking permits are sold online only at聽</span><a href="https://parking.gmu.edu" target="_blank"><span>parking.gmu.edu</span></a><span>. Permits are sold with daily, weekly, monthly, and semester options.</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="BodyA"><span><span><span><span><span><strong><span>Traffic Supervision</span></strong><br /><span>At times during the morning, late afternoon, and early evenings, campus police cadets will direct traffic around campus. Please be alert and follow the cadets鈥� directions.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="BodyA"><span><span><span><span><span><strong><span>Share the Road </span></strong><br /><span>Please be mindful of sharing the road safely with an increased number of pedestrians and vehicles, including scooters, motorcycles, bikes, cars and trucks. Get more tips on safely sharing the road on the </span><a href="https://www.nhtsa.gov/share-road-its-everyones-responsibility"><span>National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website</span></a><span>.聽</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>Please never park or leave a scooter or bike on any sidewalk or blocking any pathway.聽</p> <p class="BodyA"><span><span><span><span><strong><span>Event Parking Impacts</span></strong><br /><span>海角社区 Drive between Global Lane and Patriot Circle will be closed on Thursday, Aug. 29, from 6鈥�11 p.m. for the IVth Night event at the RAC Field. Follow detour signs.聽</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="BodyA"><span><span><strong><span><span><span>Shuttle Service</span></span></span></strong></span></span><br /><span><span><span><span><span>Check the聽</span></span></span><a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/shuttle-services/"><span><span><span>Mason Shuttles webpage</span></span></span></a><span><span><span>聽for fall semester schedules. Early in the semester, allow extra time to catch your shuttle, as buses may be full at peak times.聽 </span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul><li><span><span><span><span><span><span>Mason IDs are required; no guest riders are permitted until further notice.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>Every bus is outfitted with a bike rack, ADA accommodations, and Wi-Fi.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><a href="http://www.mason.ridesystems.net/default.aspx" target="_blank"><span><span>Shuttle Tracker</span></span></a><span>: Get real-time arrival info for Mason Shuttles and local public transportation. Download the RideSystems app from </span><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ad.android.ridesystems.ridetraq&hl=en_US&gl=US&pli=1"><span><span>Google Play</span></span></a><span> or the </span><a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ride-systems/id455913117"><span><span>App Store</span></span></a><span>.</span></span></span></span></li> </ul><p><span><span><a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/shuttle-services/#SandyCreekViennaMetro"><strong><span>Sandy Creek鈥揤ienna Metro Shuttle</span></strong></a><span>鈥擱uns between Fairfax 海角社区 and Vienna Metro Station with buses every 30 minutes from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday鈥揊riday, increasing to every 20 minutes from 4鈥�11 p.m., and limited service on weekends from 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/shuttle-services/#FairfaxSciTechPrinceWilliam"><strong><span>Fairfax鈥揝cience and Technology 海角社区 Shuttle</span></strong></a><span>鈥擟onnects Fairfax 海角社区 with the SciTech 海角社区, operating Monday鈥揟hursday from 6 a.m. to 11:30 p.m., with departures every 30鈥�40 minutes and Fridays with departures every 70 minutes. Weekend service is every two hours between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/shuttle-services/#GunstonMasonGoBus"><strong><span>Gunston Go-Bus</span></strong></a><span>鈥擯rovides service between various locations including the RAC, Sandy Creek Transit Center, and Fair Oaks Mall, among others.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/shuttle-services/#FairfaxMasonSquare"><strong><span>Fairfax/Mason Square (Arlington) Shuttle</span></strong></a><span>鈥擮perates between Sandy Creek Transit Center and Van Metre/Hazel Hall, with hourly service Monday鈥揟hursday from 7:15 a.m. to 11:05 p.m. and limited Friday service; no weekend service.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/shuttle-services/#West海角社区Shuttle"><strong><span>West 海角社区 Shuttle</span></strong></a><span>鈥擱uns between West 海角社区 Parking Lot and Presidents Park, with service every 20 minutes from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday鈥揊riday, and every 40 minutes thereafter. No weekend service; use the On-Demand Shuttle instead.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/shuttle-services/#OnDemandShuttle"><strong><span>On-Demand Shuttles (weekends only)</span></strong></a><span>鈥擮ffers shared-ride service with designated pick-up and drop-off points focused around the Fairfax 海角社区; does not serve Mason Square or the SciTech 海角社区.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><a href="http://cuebus.org/"><strong><span><span>Fairfax City CUE Bus</span></span></strong></a><span><span><span>鈥擲tudents and employees can ride any of the four聽<strong><span>Fairfax City CUE<em> </em></span></strong>routes to and from the Rappahannock River Lane stop. The CUE bus travels throughout Fairfax City and to the Vienna Metro stop for free.</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span>If you have any questions, reach out to聽</span></span></span><a href="mailto:shuttle@gmu.edu"><span><span>shuttle@gmu.edu</span></span></a><span><span><span> or</span></span></span><span><span><span> by phone at 703-993-2828. Follow </span></span></span><a href="https://x.com/MasonShuttles"><span><span>@MasonShuttles</span></span></a><span><span><span> on X.</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="BodyA"><span><span><strong><span><span><span><span>Virtual Permits</span></span></span></span></strong></span></span><br /><span><span><a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/virtual-permit/"><span><span><span>Your license plate will serve as your parking permit</span></span></span></a><span><span><span><span>. No more hangtags. It is important that your vehicle is associated with your permit, not just your parking account.聽</span></span></span></span><a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/virtual-permit/#step3"><span><span><span>Read step-by-step instructions on how to assign your license plate to your permit here</span></span></span></a><span><span><span><span>.<strong>聽</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span>To remove vehicles that you no longer use, own, or possess, complete the聽</span></span></span></span><a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/forms/" target="_blank"><span><span><span><span>Vehicle Deactivation Request form</span></span></span></span></a><span><span><span><span> to remove the vehicles from your parking portal.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><strong><span><span><span>Short-Term Parking</span></span></span></strong><br /><span><span><span>Students, faculty, and staff who do not require parking on campus regularly may want to consider daily, weekly, and monthly options:</span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul><li><span><span><span><span><span><span>Parking garage visitor parking: $5-19 daily</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>Lots L/K: $11.50/day</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>Lot P (Field House): $8.50/day</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>West 海角社区 Lot/Rapidan River Road: $5.50/day</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>General Lot Evening (valid after 4 p.m.): $8.50/day</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>SciTech 海角社区 Daily: $8.50/day</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>Lots L/K Weekly: $35</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>Lots L/K Monthly: $85</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul><p><span><span><span><span><span>Daily permits are available online at聽</span></span></span><a href="http://parking.gmu.edu/"><span><span>parking.gmu.edu</span></span></a><span><span><span>. You can purchase them in advance on the parking portal or via ParkMobile when you arrive. Pay stations are available near the exits of parking garages and decks and in Lot P only. They accept Mason Money, MasterCard, Visa, prepaid validations, and cash.</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="BodyA"><span><span><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span>Science and Technology (SciTech) 海角社区 Parking</span></span></span></strong></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul><li><span><span><span><span><span><span>Fairfax鈥揝ciTech General, Lot I, Lot J, Lot R, and reserved parking deck permits are valid in the Occoquan, King, Discovery, Hylton, and Tower parking lots at the SciTech 海角社区.聽<span><span><span><span><span><span>Please follow signage in these lots, as parking spaces may be designated for various uses or permits. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>The Shops parking lot in front of Beacon Hall has faculty/staff, event permit, and 30-minute parking on the northwest side. The southeast side of the lot (left side facing the building) is for retail parking only.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span>At the SciTech 海角社区, daily parking permits are available online for $8.50/day, or via ParkMobile at $2 for the first hour and an additional $1 per hour, to the $8.50 daily maximum.聽<strong>聽</strong></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul><p><span><span><strong><span><span><span>Mason Square</span></span></span></strong><span><span><span> <strong>Parking聽(Arlington)</strong></span></span></span></span></span><br /><span><span><span><span><span>You must work or be attending class at Mason Square to be eligible to purchase a Mason Square parking permit. Access cards are needed for both the Van Metre and Vernon Smith garages. Hourly visitor parking is only available in the Van Metre Garage. For more information, go to the聽</span></span></span><a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/arlington-campus/"><span><span>Mason Square parking webpage</span></span></a><span><span><span>.</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><strong><span><span><span>Please use caution</span></span></span></strong><span><span><span> when approaching both garages with the ongoing construction of the new Fuse building.</span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul><li><span><span><span><span><span><span>Fairfax鈥揝ciTech 海角社区 permits are not valid at Mason Square without authorization from Parking Services.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>In Vernon Smith Garage, Mason Square general permit </span></span><span><span>faculty/staff and student parking is available on levels B3鈥揚1 and on level B4 after 6 p.m. </span></span></span></span></span></span> <ul><li><span><span><span><span><span><span>There is no guarantee of space in the general permit parking area. </span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>Please pay careful attention to signage, as some spaces are designated for retail use only. </span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul></li> </ul><h4><span><span><span><span><span>Alternative Transportation Options</span></span></span></span></span></h4> <p class="BodyA"><span><span><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span>Bicycling</span></span></span></strong></span></span></span></span></span><br /> As a recognized bicycle-friendly university, George Mason has more than 1,400 bicycle parking spaces around the Fairfax 海角社区, as well as plenty of bike racks at the regional campuses.聽<span><span><span><span><span><span>Go to </span><a href="http://bike.gmu.edu/"><span class="Hyperlink2"><span><span><span>bike.gmu.edu</span></span></span></span></a><span> for more information.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul><li><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>Covered bike parking</strong> is available under shelters around campus and on Levels 1 and 2 of Rappahannock River Deck. </span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>George Mason鈥檚 </span><a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/transportation-services/bicycle-programs/"><span>bicycle registration program</span></a><span> offers registrants free bike locks and bike lights. </span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>The聽</span><a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/transportation-services/bicycle-programs/#PatriotBicycleCheckoutProgram"><span>Patriot Bikes check-out program</span></a><span> is available at the RAC and the Aquatic and Fitness Center.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span>There is a<span> <strong>dismount zone</strong> between the East Building and Enterprise Hall. Golf carts are not permitted in the dismount zone, and those using bikes, scooters, skateboards, or skates must dismount and walk. This is for everyone鈥檚 safety. </span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul><p class="BodyA"><span><span><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span>Carpooling Options</span></span></span></strong></span></span></span></span></span><br /><span><span><span><span><span><span>Students and employees may qualify for a 20鈥�40% rebate on their reserved parking permits by carpooling. Go to the </span><a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/transportation-services/#CarpoolVanpool"><span>carpool/vanpool page</span></a><span> for more information. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="BodyA"><span><span><span><span><span><strong><span>The Carpool Zones</span></strong><span> provide designated locations for share riders to drop off between 7 a.m. and 11 a.m., Monday鈥揊riday. To park in a carpool zone, you must have at least two people in the car, including the driver, and a general student or faculty/staff parking permit.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul><li><span><span><span><span><span><strong><span>Lot A Carpool Zone: </span></strong><span>Accessed off of Mattaponi River Lane</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><strong><span>Rappahannock River Deck Carpool Zone</span></strong><span>: The first level of the Rappahannock River Deck General permit area</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul><p class="BodyA"><span><span><span><span><span><strong>MasonCommutes</strong><span><strong>: </strong>Find carpool partners or a bike or transit buddy within the Mason community. Propose a trip or request rides on Mason Commutes, the go-to place for Mason ridesharing.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul><li><span><span><span><span><span><span>Sign up with your Mason Net ID and password on </span><a href="https://www.masoncommutes.com/public/home.aspx"><span>MasonCommutes</span></a><span>.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>Carpooling can be a great way to save money</span><span> and to reduce Mason鈥檚 carbon footprint.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul><p class="BodyA"><span><span><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span>Electric Scooter Parking</span></span></span></strong><br /><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Electric personal scooters and shared mobility scooters do not require a permit. They must be parked at a designated scooter corral parking area located around campus or at or adjacent to a bike rack. </span><a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/transportation-services/#SharedMobilityEScooters"><span>Get more information</span></a><span>. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul><li><span><span><span><span><span><span>Please remember that electric bikes, scooters, and other electric personal transportation devices cannot be brought indoors at George Mason.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul><p class="BodyA"><span><span><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span>Zipcar</span></span></span></strong><br /><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Zipcars on the first level of the Rappahannock Deck and in Lot R and are available for rental by the hour. </span><a href="http://zipcar.com/universities/george-mason-university"><span>Get more information and sign up for George Mason discounts for Zipcar</span></a><span>. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <h4>Contact Us</h4> <p><span><span><strong><span><span><span>Website: </span></span></span></strong><a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/transportation-services/"><span><span><span>Transportation website</span></span></span></a><span><span><span>聽 |聽 </span></span></span><a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/about/#locations"><span><span>Office Hours and Locations</span></span></a></span></span></p> <p><span><span><strong><span><span><span>Email:</span></span></span></strong><br /><span><span><span>Parking:聽</span></span></span><a href="mailto:transpo@gmu.edu"><span><span><span>transpo@gmu.edu</span></span></span></a><span><span><span> or </span></span></span><a href="mailto:parking@gmu.edu"><span><span>parking@gmu.edu</span></span></a><br /><span><span><span>Shuttle: </span></span></span><a href="mailto:shuttle@gmu.edu"><span><span>shuttle@gmu.edu</span></span></a></span></span></p> <p><span><span><strong><span><span><span>Follow Mason Parking and Transportation</span></span></span></strong><span><span><span> on </span></span></span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/MasonParkingTransportation" target="_blank"><span><span><span>Facebook</span></span></span></a><span><span><span>, X (</span></span></span><a href="https://twitter.com/MasonParking" target="_blank"><span><span><span>@MasonParking</span></span></span></a><span><span><span>聽and聽</span></span></span><a href="https://twitter.com/MasonShuttles" target="_blank"><span><span><span>@MasonShuttles</span></span></span></a><span><span><span>)</span></span></span><span><span><span>, and </span></span></span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/masonparking"><span><span>Instagram</span></span></a><span class="MsoHyperlink"><span><span><span>. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </div> </div> </div> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:field_content_topics" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasefield-content-topics"> <h2>Topics</h2> <div class="field field--name-field-content-topics field--type-entity-reference field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Topics</div> <div class="field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/19451" hreflang="en">海角社区 Notice</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/12296" hreflang="en">Parking and Traffic Advisory</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/4121" hreflang="en">海角社区 Improvements (Construction)</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1716" hreflang="en">Construction</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/206" hreflang="en">Faculty and Staff News</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/456" hreflang="en">Around Mason (E-Files)</a></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> Thu, 22 Aug 2024 16:59:15 +0000 Lauren Reuscher 113496 at Fairfax 海角社区 Notice: Move-in Parking and Traffic Advisory /news/2024-08/fairfax-campus-notice-move-parking-and-traffic-advisory <span>Fairfax 海角社区 Notice: Move-in Parking and Traffic Advisory</span> <span><span>Lauren Reuscher</span></span> <span>Thu, 08/15/2024 - 12:11</span> <div class="layout layout--gmu layout--twocol-section layout--twocol-section--30-70"> <div class="layout__region region-first"> </div> <div class="layout__region region-second"> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:body" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasebody"> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Body</div> <div class="field__item"><div class="align-right"> <div class="field field--name-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img src="/sites/g/files/yyqcgq291/files/styles/small_content_image/public/2024-06/24-215_campus_notice-fairfax.png?itok=NpDbs4BL" width="350" height="350" alt="Graphic illustration that says Fairfax 海角社区 Notice" loading="lazy" /></div> </div> <p><span class="intro-text">Parking and traffic closures will occur on the Fairfax 海角社区 from Wednesday, Aug. 21, to Sunday, Aug. 25, to facilitate the move-in of nearly 6,000 residential students.</span></p> <p><span class="intro-text">Key units across the university work together to make the move-in experience as efficient as possible. Your patience and cooperation are appreciated as we welcome the newest Patriots to campus.聽</span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span>Traffic impacts will occur around campus, particularly near Braddock Road, Roanoke River Road, Lots J and K, and Rappahannock Deck. Specific parking areas will be reserved for move-in.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span>Refer to the <a href="https://info.gmu.edu/wp-content/uploads/24-25-Fairfax-海角社区-Map.pdf">Fairfax 海角社区 map</a> </span></span></span></span><span><span><span><span>for parking lot and road locations. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span>For questions about parking and traffic during housing move-in, contact </span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:parking@gmu.edu"><span><span><span><span>parking@gmu.edu</span></span></span></span></a><span><span><span><span>.</span></span></span></span><span><span><span><span> Follow </span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.twitter.com/masonparking"><span><span><span><span>@MasonParking</span></span></span></span></a> <span><span><span><span>and聽</span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.twitter.com/masonhousing"><span><span><span><span>@</span></span></span></span></a><a href="http://www.twitter.com/masonhousing"><span><span><span><span>MasonHousin</span></span></span></span></a><a href="http://www.twitter.com/masonhousing"><span><span><span><span>g</span></span></span></span></a>聽<span><span><span><span>on X for updates.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <h3><span><span><span><span><span><span>Parking Closures and Impacts</span></span></span></span></span></span></h3> <ul><li><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span><span>Lots J and K</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span>聽will be used by students and families checking in for move-in at the 脕ngel Cabrera Global Center and for post move-in parking.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span><span>Rappahannock Deck:</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span>聽General permit area on Levels 1鈥�3 (including faculty/staff general area on Level 3) will be closed to all but move-in traffic from Wednesday, Aug. 21, through Sunday, Aug. 25, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. From Tuesday, Aug. 20, through Saturday, Aug. 24, Levels 1鈥�3 will be closed overnight at 11 p.m. Any vehicles left on these levels after 11 p.m. will be ticketed and towed. 聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽 </span></span></span></span></span></span></span> <ul><li><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Rappahannock Deck reserved permit holders may park on reserved Levels 3鈥�5.聽</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>General faculty/staff permit holders may park only on the rooftop level from Wednesday, Aug. 21, through Sunday, Aug. 25.聽</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Student General permit holders should use other General parking areas, such as Lots A, C, L, and K.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>The reserved levels will only be accessible via the University Drive entrance on Level 2. The Patriot Circle permit entrance and exit will be closed. The reserved level gates will be open to accommodate families and students moving into the residence halls.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul></li> <li><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span><span>Lot I:</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> Closed to all but move-in traffic from Thursday, Aug. 22, at 11 p.m. to Saturday, Aug. 24, at 6 p.m.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span><span>Lot R:</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> Closed to all but move-in traffic from Tuesday, Aug. 20, at 11 p.m. until Saturday, Aug. 24, at 6 p.m.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span><span>Short-Term Lots:</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> Washington Lot near Presidents Park (off Shenandoah River Lane) will be closed from Tuesday, Aug. 20, at 11 p.m. to Thursday, Aug. 22, at 6 p.m. The short term parking lot by Eastern Shore will only be available to move-in traffic with disabled permits from Wednesday, Aug. 21, at 6 a.m. until Sunday, Aug. 25, at 5 p.m.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span><span>Merten Lot</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span>聽will be used for oversized vehicles for move-in that cannot fit inside Rappahannock Deck.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul><h3><span><span><span><span><span><span>Traffic Closures and Impacts</span></span></span></span></span></span></h3> <ul><li><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>New resident students will be required to check in at the </span></span></span></span><strong><span><span><span><span>脕ngel Cabrera Global Center</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> on Aug. 21鈥�22. Expect heavy traffic on Braddock Road, Roanoke River Road, and on Patriot Circle around Lots J and K.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span><span>Global Lane</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> between Mason Pond Drive and Lot K (in front of the Global Center) will be closed to all traffic except disabled parking from Wednesday, Aug. 21, through Saturday, Aug. 24.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Expect heavy traffic approaching the housing move-in areas around </span></span></span></span><strong><span><span><span><span>Rappahannock Deck</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> and </span></span></span></span><strong><span><span><span><span>Presidents Park</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span>.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span><span>Patriot Circle</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span> will be closed in front of Rappahannock Parking Deck from Wednesday, Aug. 21, until Sunday, Aug. 25, at 6 p.m. Access the visitor section of the deck via Rappahannock River Lane and Patriot Circle.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Patriot Circle eastbound will be closed at George Mason Boulevard from Wednesday, Aug. 21, until Sunday, Aug. 25, at 6 p.m.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span><span>University Drive</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span>:聽Expect heavy traffic between George Mason Boulevard and Rappahannock Deck.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span><span>Chesapeake River Lane</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span>聽will be closed to all traffic except commercial deliveries and disabled parking from Wednesday, Aug. 21, at 6 a.m. until Sunday, Aug. 25, at 6 p.m.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span><span>Rivanna River Lane</span></span></span></span></strong><span><span><span><span>聽will be closed to all but service and delivery vehicles and disabled parking from Wednesday, Aug. 21, at 6 a.m. until Sunday, Aug. 25 at 6 p.m.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul><p><span><span><span><span><span><span>Additionally, from Thursday, Aug. 22, at 11 p m. until Saturday, Aug. 24, at 7 a.m., the portion of Lot A in front of EagleBank Arena will be closed for New Student Convocation.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </div> </div> </div> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:field_content_topics" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasefield-content-topics"> <h2>Topics</h2> <div class="field field--name-field-content-topics field--type-entity-reference field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Topics</div> <div class="field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/19451" hreflang="en">海角社区 Notice</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/19446" hreflang="en">Fairfax 海角社区 Notice</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/4121" hreflang="en">海角社区 Improvements (Construction)</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1716" hreflang="en">Construction</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/3491" hreflang="en">Housing and Residence Life</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/3856" hreflang="en">Welcome2Mason</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/206" hreflang="en">Faculty and Staff News</a></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> Thu, 15 Aug 2024 16:11:16 +0000 Lauren Reuscher 113386 at Fairfax 海角社区 Notice: Section of Patriot Circle Closed July 22鈥�28 /news/2024-07/fairfax-campus-notice-section-patriot-circle-closed-july-22-28 <span>Fairfax 海角社区 Notice: Section of Patriot Circle Closed July 22鈥�28</span> <span><span>Lauren Reuscher</span></span> <span>Thu, 07/18/2024 - 09:59</span> <div class="layout layout--gmu layout--twocol-section layout--twocol-section--30-70"> <div class="layout__region region-first"> </div> <div class="layout__region region-second"> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:body" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasebody"> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Body</div> <div class="field__item"><div class="align-right"> <div class="field field--name-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img src="/sites/g/files/yyqcgq291/files/styles/small_content_image/public/2024-06/24-215_campus_notice-fairfax.png?itok=NpDbs4BL" width="350" height="350" alt="Graphic illustration that says Fairfax 海角社区 Notice" loading="lazy" /></div> </div> <p>A section of Patriot Circle between 海角社区 Drive and Aquia Creek Lane will be closed from Monday, July 22, through Sunday, July 28, so a culvert can be installed to address flooding聽issues聽along that part of the road and in Lot I. The sidewalk along this section of Patriot Circle will also be closed.</p> <p>Those entering campus from 海角社区聽Drive will be forced to turn聽right onto Patriot Circle toward Mason Pond Drive. Those entering campus from University Drive and Aquia Creek Lane will be forced to turn left onto Patriot Circle toward George Mason Boulevard, or to go straight on Aquia Creek Lane toward Mason Pond Deck.</p> <p>As a reminder, Lot I is still closed for repairs through August 12.聽</p> <p><a href="https://info.gmu.edu/wp-content/uploads/24-25-Fairfax-海角社区-Map.pdf" target="_blank" title="https://info.gmu.edu/wp-content/uploads/24-25-Fairfax-海角社区-Map.pdf">View the Fairfax 海角社区 map for location details</a>. Please pay attention to signage and use caution. For questions about this project, contact聽<a href="mailto:parking@gmu.edu">parking@gmu.edu</a>. For questions related to accessibility, contact the ADA Office at聽<a href="mailto:ada@gmu.edu" title="mailto:ada@gmu.edu">ada@gmu.edu</a>.聽</p> </div> </div> </div> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:field_content_topics" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasefield-content-topics"> <h2>Topics</h2> <div class="field field--name-field-content-topics field--type-entity-reference field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Topics</div> <div class="field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/19451" hreflang="en">海角社区 Notice</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/19446" hreflang="en">Fairfax 海角社区 Notice</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1716" hreflang="en">Construction</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/4121" hreflang="en">海角社区 Improvements (Construction)</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/12296" hreflang="en">Parking and Traffic Advisory</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/206" hreflang="en">Faculty and Staff News</a></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> Thu, 18 Jul 2024 13:59:15 +0000 Lauren Reuscher 112996 at Major League Cricket, George Mason, and Sanjay Govil Initiate Study for New World-Class Cricket and Baseball Facility /news/2024-02/major-league-cricket-george-mason-and-sanjay-govil-initiate-study-new-world-class <span>Major League Cricket, George Mason, and Sanjay Govil Initiate Study for New World-Class Cricket and Baseball Facility </span> <span><span>Melanie Balog</span></span> <span>Fri, 02/16/2024 - 17:11</span> <div class="layout layout--gmu layout--twocol-section layout--twocol-section--30-70"> <div class="layout__region region-first"> </div> <div class="layout__region region-second"> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:body" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasebody"> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Body</div> <div class="field__item"><div class="align-center"> <div class="field field--name-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img src="/sites/g/files/yyqcgq291/files/2024-02/mlc_mason_logos.jpg" width="380" height="150" loading="lazy" /></div> </div> <h2><span><span><span><strong><em><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span><span>Ballpark would host Major League Cricket matches and Mason baseball </span></span></span></em></strong></span></span></span></h2> <p><span><span><span><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span><span>Major League Cricket (MLC) and its Washington, D.C.-based investor Sanjay Govil announced today the approval to work with 海角社区 (Mason) to study the feasibility of a new multi-purpose cricket and baseball facility. The ballpark would be designed to host Major League Cricket matches, Mason baseball games, and other events on the University鈥檚 Fairfax 海角社区 in the Washington D.C. region.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span><span>Funding support for the study and plan development comes from Govil, a founding investor in MLC, the Founder and Chairman of Infinite Computer Solutions and the CEO of Zyter. The effort represents part of MLC鈥檚 long-term strategic plan for American cricket, which also includes the launch of <span>the first U.S. professional Twenty20 cricket league. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span><span>With a goal to be operational by Summer 2025, the ballpark at Mason would be home to an MLC franchise in the heart of one of the largest cricket-loving populations in the United States and feature an international-grade pitch. The pitch would meet International Cricket Council (ICC) accreditation and allow the ballpark to host the highest level of international cricket competition. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span><span>鈥淭his study with Mason is an important milestone in a new era for Major League Cricket and international matches in the United States and brings new athletic resources to 海角社区 and the region,鈥� said Govil. 鈥淲e look forward to taking the next steps to fully realize a vision for the first international cricket venue in the northeastern United States.鈥�</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span><span>鈥淢ason is the educational, economic and cultural hub of one of the most dynamic regions in the country and is the most diverse public university in Virginia,鈥� Mason President Gregory Washington said.聽鈥淭his opportunity would bring the second-most popular global media sport to the greater Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and base it at a location known for attracting international students and audiences. At the same time, this proposed facility would enhance the Mason athletic experience for our student-athletes, alumni network, and fan base.鈥�</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span><span>Mason鈥檚 main campus is located in Fairfax County, VA, home to more than one million people, with a thriving global community and adult and youth cricket leagues which provide a significant base of grassroots support for cricket in the area.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span><span>In collaboration with Mason on an innovative cross-functional design that would maximize facility utilization, MLC is working with internationally renowned architects HKS, one of the nation鈥檚 leading architecture firms which is developing multiple cricket stadium concepts for MLC nationwide.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span><span>鈥淢ajor League Cricket is grateful to 海角社区 for working with us to plan an innovative facility that can maximize use for the venue during the college season for Mason baseball and then host world class cricket in the summer months,鈥� said Sameer Mehta, co-founder, Major League Cricket. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><strong><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span>MEDIA CONTACTS</span></span></strong></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span>Tom Dunmore </span></span><a href="mailto:tom@majorleaguecricket.com"><span><span>tom@majorleaguecricket.com</span></span></a> </span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span>John Hollis </span></span><a href="mailto:jhollis2@gmu.edu"><span><span>jhollis2@gmu.edu</span></span></a></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span>Maureen Nasser </span></span><a href="mailto:mnasser@gmu.edu"><span><span>mnasser@gmu.edu</span></span></a></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><strong><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span>ABOUT MAJOR LEAGUE CRICKET</span></span></strong></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span>Major League Cricket will be the first professional Twenty20 cricket championship in the United States. Exclusively sanctioned by USA Cricket, Major League Cricket will feature top players from around the globe while also providing an opportunity for domestic cricketers to showcase their talents to a global audience, bringing world-class T20 cricket to America for the first time. For more information, visit </span></span><a href="http://www.majorleaguecricket.com"><span><span>www.majorleaguecricket.com</span></span></a><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span> and follow MLC on Twitter at </span></span><a href="http://www.twitter.com/mlcricket"><span><span>www.twitter.com/MLCricket</span></span></a></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><strong><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span><span>ABOUT GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY</span></span></span></strong></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span><span>海角社区 is Virginia鈥檚 largest public research university. Located near Washington, D.C., Mason enrolls nearly 40,000 students from 130 countries and all 50 states. Mason has grown rapidly over the past half-century and is recognized for its innovation and entrepreneurship, remarkable diversity and commitment to accessibility. In 2022, Mason celebrates 50 years as an independent institution. Learn more at聽</span></span></span><a href="http://www.gmu.edu/" target="_blank"><span><span><span>gmu.edu</span></span></span></a><span lang="EN" xml:lang="EN" xml:lang="EN"><span><span>.聽 </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>聽</p> </div> </div> </div> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:field_content_topics" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasefield-content-topics"> <h2>Topics</h2> <div class="field field--name-field-content-topics field--type-entity-reference field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Topics</div> <div class="field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/2391" hreflang="en">Press Release</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/4111" hreflang="en">Press Releases</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1716" hreflang="en">Construction</a></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> Fri, 16 Feb 2024 22:11:39 +0000 Melanie Balog 110706 at Stream restoration on Fairfax 海角社区 will create scenic pathway /news/2022-08/stream-restoration-fairfax-campus-will-create-scenic-pathway <span>Stream restoration on Fairfax 海角社区 will create scenic pathway</span> <span><span>Colleen Rich</span></span> <span>Mon, 08/01/2022 - 12:15</span> <div class="layout layout--gmu layout--twocol-section layout--twocol-section--30-70"> <div class="layout__region region-first"> </div> <div class="layout__region region-second"> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:body" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasebody"> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Body</div> <div class="field__item"><figure role="group" class="align-right"><div> <div class="field field--name-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img src="/sites/g/files/yyqcgq291/files/styles/small_content_image/public/2022-08/Stream%20restoration%20image%201.jpg?itok=9tPcu9SP" width="350" height="259" alt="image of map showing the project" loading="lazy" /></div> </div> <figcaption>Map showing the restoration project. Photo provided by Mason Facilities</figcaption></figure><p class="x"><span><span><span><span><span><span>Work has begun on the 鈥淣ecklace Phase One and Stream Restoration鈥� project on 海角社区鈥檚 Fairfax 海角社区, Mason Facilities announced.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="x"><span><span><span><span><span><span>The project includes the restoration of the main stream channel, as well as adjacent tributaries, beginning at the southwestern corner of the Patriot Circle/Aquia Creek Lane intersection and finishing at the northern end of Mason Pond. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="x"><span><span><span><span><span><span>It represents the next phase in Mason鈥檚 </span></span></span><span><a href="https://planning.gmu.edu/planning/master-plan/"><span><span>Master Plan</span></span></a></span><span><span><span>, which is the framework that guides decisions concerning the university鈥檚 physical environment.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="x"><span><span><span><span><span><span>Illuminated, paved and mulched pedestrian trails will be constructed in addition to the restoration.聽Once this project is completed in late 2022, the Mason community will be able to enjoy a curated, scenic pathway from the intersection of Patriot Circle/Aquia Creek Lane to Mason Pond Drive.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <figure role="group" class="align-left"><div> <div class="field field--name-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img src="/sites/g/files/yyqcgq291/files/styles/small_content_image/public/2022-08/Stream%20restorationimage%202.jpg?itok=DIUwGBKD" width="350" height="197" alt="rendering of pathway" loading="lazy" /></div> </div> <figcaption>Photo provided by Mason Facilities</figcaption></figure><p class="x"><span><span><span><span><span><span>The restoration process will ensure that Mason continues to be in compliance with state stormwater regulations, which support the revitalization of the Chesapeake Bay, while showcasing Mason鈥檚 forward trajectory within the Master Plan. In addition to following these laws, Mason鈥檚 goal is to achieve an environmentally sound and aesthetically vitalizing stream restoration for long-term stability and enjoyment.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="x"><span><span><span><span><span><span>Natural features and techniques were utilized to develop a design that will mimic the characteristics of a stable, natural environment. Those features will also help stabilize the degraded stream.聽After removal of invasive foliage, a diverse mix of native vegetation and trees will be planted to reforest and help minimize erosion and improve water quality. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="x"><span><span><span><span><span><span>These new features will be a welcome addition to Mason鈥檚 nationally accredited Arboretum, which includes labeled outdoor signs on Mason鈥檚 campuses.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </div> </div> </div> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:field_content_topics" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasefield-content-topics"> <h2>Topics</h2> <div class="field field--name-field-content-topics field--type-entity-reference field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Topics</div> <div class="field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/116" hreflang="en">海角社区 News</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/6826" hreflang="en">Facilities</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/3761" hreflang="en">Master Plan</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/911" hreflang="en">Sustainability</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/7691" hreflang="en">Arboretum</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/4121" hreflang="en">海角社区 Improvements (Construction)</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1716" hreflang="en">Construction</a></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> Mon, 01 Aug 2022 16:15:48 +0000 Colleen Rich 74131 at Hylton Parking Lot Closure at SciTech 海角社区 /news/2022-07/hylton-parking-lot-closure-scitech-campus <span>Hylton Parking Lot Closure at SciTech 海角社区</span> <span><span>Lauren Reuscher</span></span> <span>Wed, 07/13/2022 - 14:42</span> <div class="layout layout--gmu layout--twocol-section layout--twocol-section--30-70"> <div class="layout__region region-first"> </div> <div class="layout__region region-second"> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:body" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasebody"> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Body</div> <div class="field__item"><p><span><span><span>The Hylton Parking Lot will be closed starting Sunday, July 17, to accommodate construction activity on campus. The entire lot will be closed for the next six weeks while crews complete the following activities:</span></span></span></p> <ul><li><span><span><span>Install a new permanent entrance to the parking lot adjacent to the Hylton Center</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Install fencing around the perimeter of the construction site</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Prepare for construction of the <a href="https://construction.gmu.edu/life-sciences-and-engineering-building">Life Sciences and Engineering Building</a> (LSEB)</span></span></span></li> </ul><p><span><span><span>Disabled parking is available in both the Discovery and Tower lots. The new entrance into the rear of the Hylton Lot should open on or around September 1. However, parking will only be permitted in the last row of parking spaces during construction of the LSEB (approximately 20鈥�24 months).</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>Occupants of the Institute for Advanced Biomedical Research (IABR) should park in the Discovery Lot until the opening of the new entrance into the back of the Hylton Lot. Hylton Center occupants should park in the Tower Lot during this period.聽 </span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>The shuttle stop in the circle at the Hylton Center will continue to operate normally.聽 </span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><a href="https://info.gmu.edu/campus-maps-and-directions/">View the SciTech 海角社区 map</a> for details. Contact <a href="mailto:cgrant2@gmu.edu">Colby Grant</a>, SciTech Operations, with questions.</span></span></span></p> </div> </div> </div> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:field_content_topics" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasefield-content-topics"> <h2>Topics</h2> <div class="field field--name-field-content-topics field--type-entity-reference field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Topics</div> <div class="field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/4121" hreflang="en">海角社区 Improvements (Construction)</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1716" hreflang="en">Construction</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/12296" hreflang="en">Parking and Traffic Advisory</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1931" hreflang="en">Parking</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1406" hreflang="en">Parking and Transportation</a></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> Wed, 13 Jul 2022 18:42:22 +0000 Lauren Reuscher 72491 at Parking Lot Paving and Maintenance on Fairfax 海角社区: July 2022 /news/2022-07/parking-lot-paving-and-maintenance-fairfax-campus-july-2022 <span>Parking Lot Paving and Maintenance on Fairfax 海角社区: July 2022</span> <span><span>Lauren Reuscher</span></span> <span>Fri, 07/08/2022 - 10:01</span> <div class="layout layout--gmu layout--twocol-section layout--twocol-section--30-70"> <div class="layout__region region-first"> </div> <div class="layout__region region-second"> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:body" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasebody"> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Body</div> <div class="field__item"><p><span><span><span>Parking lots around 海角社区's Fairfax 海角社区 will undergo paving and repairs from July 11鈥�30. The following schedule is subject to change, based on weather and conditions:</span></span></span></p> <ul><li><span><span><span>July 11: Fenwick Library Loading Dock and Tallwood (on Roberts Road) will be closed.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>July 12: Buchanan Hall Lot and RAC Parking Lot will be closed. Disabled parking in front of the RAC will be closed, but patrons may use the Aquatic and Fitness Center. Alternate disabled parking will be located on Mason Pond Drive.</span></span></span></li> <li>July 13鈥�14: Finley Lot and Thompson Hall Loading Dock will be closed.</li> <li><span><span><span>July 15: Peterson Hall Lot and Rogers Lot (in front of Subway) will be closed.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>July 18鈥�26: West 海角社区 Lot will be closed.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>July 22: Police and Safety Headquarters Lot will be closed.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>July 27鈥�30: Lot L will be closed.</span></span></span></li> </ul><p><span><span><span>View the <a href="https://info.gmu.edu/wp-content/uploads/Fairfax-Parking-Map_2019.pdf">Fairfax 海角社区 parking map</a> for locations.聽</span></span></span><span><span><span>Information will be updated on the <a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/">Mason Transportation website</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/MasonParking">@MasonParking</a> on Twitter.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>Contact聽<a href="mailto:parking@gmu.edu">parking@gmu.edu</a>聽with questions.聽We appreciate your patience and cooperation as repairs are made to support the campus.</span></span></span></p> <p>聽</p> <p>聽</p> </div> </div> </div> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:field_content_topics" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasefield-content-topics"> <h2>Topics</h2> <div class="field field--name-field-content-topics field--type-entity-reference field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Topics</div> <div class="field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/12296" hreflang="en">Parking and Traffic Advisory</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1406" hreflang="en">Parking and Transportation</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/4121" hreflang="en">海角社区 Improvements (Construction)</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1716" hreflang="en">Construction</a></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> Fri, 08 Jul 2022 14:01:07 +0000 Lauren Reuscher 72196 at Mason Square Traffic Signal Replacement: Washington Blvd. and Founders Way North /news/2022-05/mason-square-traffic-signal-replacement-washington-blvd-and-founders-way-north <span>Mason Square Traffic Signal Replacement: Washington Blvd. and Founders Way North</span> <span><span>Lauren Reuscher</span></span> <span>Thu, 05/26/2022 - 09:22</span> <div class="layout layout--gmu layout--twocol-section layout--twocol-section--30-70"> <div class="layout__region region-first"> </div> <div class="layout__region region-second"> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:body" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasebody"> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Body</div> <div class="field__item"><p><strong>Parking and traffic advisory for Mason Square (formerly the Arlington 海角社区):</strong></p> <p>Arlington County is replacing the traffic signal at the intersection of Washington Blvd. and Founders Way (near the Giant grocery store) on Wednesday, May 25, and Thursday, May 26.</p> <p>During this work, the entrance to the Vernon Smith parking garage will remain open. Traffic control personnel will be present to direct the flow of traffic.</p> <p>For questions, contact Arlington Administration at <a href="mailto:arlops@gmu.edu">arlops@gmu.edu</a>.</p> <p>聽</p> </div> </div> </div> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:field_content_topics" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasefield-content-topics"> <h2>Topics</h2> <div class="field field--name-field-content-topics field--type-entity-reference field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Topics</div> <div class="field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/12296" hreflang="en">Parking and Traffic Advisory</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1406" hreflang="en">Parking and Transportation</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1716" hreflang="en">Construction</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/4121" hreflang="en">海角社区 Improvements (Construction)</a></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> Thu, 26 May 2022 13:22:29 +0000 Lauren Reuscher 70606 at Traffic Advisory: High School Graduations at EagleBank Arena, May 26-June 17 /news/2022-05/traffic-advisory-high-school-graduations-eaglebank-arena-may-26-june-17 <span>Traffic Advisory: High School Graduations at EagleBank Arena, May 26-June 17 </span> <span><span>Lauren Reuscher</span></span> <span>Thu, 05/26/2022 - 09:16</span> <div class="layout layout--gmu layout--twocol-section layout--twocol-section--30-70"> <div class="layout__region region-first"> </div> <div class="layout__region region-second"> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:body" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasebody"> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Body</div> <div class="field__item"><p><span>Starting Thursday, May 26 and continuing through Friday, June 17, heavy traffic is expected on the Fairfax 海角社区 for regional<span>聽</span><span class="markkb7euhmcx">high</span><span>聽</span><span class="markf9eotik7h">school</span><span>聽</span>graduation ceremonies at EagleBank Arena. EagleBank will host up to three ceremonies on many days, so traffic will be entering and exiting campus from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. Please allow extra travel time to and from campus.<span>聽</span></span><a href="https://transportation.gmu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022-High-School-Graduation-Schedule-EBA.pdf" target="_blank"><span>View a complete list of upcoming ceremonies</span></a><span>.<span> </span></span></p> <p><span>Mason faculty, staff, and students should use the general permit area of Rappahannock River Parking Deck or the Field House parking lots to avoid delays. Shenandoah Parking Deck levels 4 and 5 will be open for limited overflow student, employee, and event parking on weekdays when<span>聽graduations</span><span>聽</span>occur. </span></p> <p><span>Follow Parking and Transportation on聽</span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/MasonParkingTransportation" target="_blank"><span>Facebook</span></a><span>聽and聽</span><a href="https://twitter.com/MasonParking" target="_blank"><span>Twitter</span></a><span>聽for updates. Contact Parking Services at聽</span><a href="mailto:parking@gmu.edu" target="_blank"><span>parking@gmu.edu</span></a><span>聽or 703-993-2710 with questions.聽</span></p> </div> </div> </div> <div data-block-plugin-id="field_block:node:news_release:field_content_topics" class="block block-layout-builder block-field-blocknodenews-releasefield-content-topics"> <h2>Topics</h2> <div class="field field--name-field-content-topics field--type-entity-reference field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Topics</div> <div class="field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/12296" hreflang="en">Parking and Traffic Advisory</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1406" hreflang="en">Parking and Transportation</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/4121" hreflang="en">海角社区 Improvements (Construction)</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/1716" hreflang="en">Construction</a></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> Thu, 26 May 2022 13:16:41 +0000 Lauren Reuscher 70601 at