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	What is TAP? Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) was developed to provide alternative commuting options for University of California, Santa Barbara faculty, staff, and students. Our goal is to conserve energy while reducing emissions, reducing campus parking demand and reducing traffic congestion. Benefits of Joining the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) Faculty and Staff Benefits  Pre-tax payroll deduction for vanpool and transit subscriptions and carpool permits Access to the Carpool Match Service Discounted MTD bus passes through pre-tax payroll deduction In-Vehicle Parking Meters that provide 57 complimentary hours of parking per quarter Enrollment in the "Emergency Ride Home Program" for all except Clean Air Express riders who may get this benefit from Traffic Solutions Chance to win a $50 gift certificate for the UCSB Bookstore for spreading the word Student Benefits Students living outside of two miles from campus who commute to campus by bike, bus, vanpool or carpool are entitled to six complimentary days of parking per quarter. Emergency Ride Home Program Eligible members of the Transportation Alternatives Program are qualified for the Emergency Ride Home Program if they hold a valid California Driver License. In the event of unexpected personal or family illness, or unexpected supervisor-approved overtime, a UC vehicle may be made available for a maximum of six times per year for one round-trip between UCSB and home. UCSB Status Complimentary Parking Unlimited MTD Bus Use Complimentary Emergency Ride Home 50% Discount Carpool Permit 57 hours per quarter 6 days per quarter Faculty/Academic Staff ✓   ✓1 ✓ ✓ Staff ✓   ✓1 ✓ ✓ Graduate Student Employed 45% + ✓   ✓2 ✓3 ✓ Student   ✓ ✓2 ✓3   1 $41 Unlimited 30-Day MTD Bus Pass discounted to $20 per month through payroll deduction for Career Staff or Faculty Members in UCSB payroll at least 35% or at least 4 months into the future. 2 Available to students when paying quarterly registration fees. 3 Only students who ride the Vanpool or long distance buses may use the Emergency Ride Home program.