Many people use single-occupancy motor vehicles for their daily commutes contributing to congested freeways and extended travel times.  In addition, congested roadways lead to decreased air quality, elevated greenhouse gas emissions, and dependence on foreign fuel supplies. 

To reduce petroleum-fueled, single occupancy vehicle use within municipal operations and the community, the Conservation Section promotes the following programs and resources:

• Bike Chula Vista Map & Guide

• Safe Routes to Schools Maps

• Alternative Fuel Stations Map

• Other Alternative Commute Options (Ridesharing & Transit)

Bike Chula Vista | A Bicycle-Friendly Community

Bicycling is great for everyone — communities, businesses, schools, and people.  It promotes active lifestyles, reduces traffic congestion, and improves air quality; but most importantly, it's fun!  In fact, the City itself has been certified as a bronze-level "Bicycle-Friendly Community" by the American League of Cyclists. 

The City of Chula Vista also works to expand bicycling-related infrastructure throughout the community.  The Chula Vista Bikeway Master Plan was updated in 2011 and provides a blueprint for developing a robust network of bike lanes and routes to make bicycling safe and easy.  Check out the "Bike Chula Vista" map & guide to learn about local bicycling resources:

To receive a pocket-sized version, please call the City's Conservation Section at (619) 409-3893. 

Protect Your Bike from Theft

One of the best security options available is to use a bike locker or secure bike parking. Bike lockers are available at Trolley stations and some Park & Ride lots. Submit an online request to reserve secure bike parking.

Many locations also offer bike racks. Remember that it’s important to secure both wheels to the frame and the frame to the rack. A U-Lock is suggested. Take items that are easily removed from your bike with you.

Register Your Bike Today

One of the most important steps you can take to protect your investment is to register your bike with the National Bike Registry. If your bike is ever stolen, having your bike registered makes it easier and faster for it to be recovered and returned to you. It’s a simple and inexpensive process that can be completed online or by phone at 1-800-848-BIKE (2453).

Safe Routes to Schools Maps | Helping Students Walk & Bike Safely to Schools

The City of Chula Vista's Engineering Division and Conservation Section recently implemented a project to evaluate local middle schools’ street and sidewalk infrastructure for connectivity and coverage and to identify on-the-ground infrastructure deficiencies through school route field audits.

Based on the results, the City has created suggested school route maps for pedestrians and bicyclists, mainly focusing on a 1-mile radius around Chula Vista Middle Schools:

• Bonita Vista Middle School
• Castle Park Middle School
• Chula Vista Middle School
• EastLake Middle School
• Hilltop Middle School
• Rancho Del Rey Middle School 

Alternative Fuel Stations Map | Cleaner Fuel, Cleaner Air

There are numerous publicly-available locations around Chula Vista offering alternative fuels such as electricity, compressed natural gas (CNG), biodiesel, and ethanol.  Alternative fuel vehicles produce less emissions than gasoline-powered ones and can be less expensive to operate.

Check out the CV Alternative Fuel Map to learn about local alternative fueling stations:

The City of Chula Vista, in partnership with private companies, offers CNG at its Public Works Corp Yard (1800 Maxwell Road) and electric vehicle (EV) chargers at the following municipal sites:

• Civic Center Complex - 276 Fourth Avenue
• Parkway Recreation Center - 373 Park Way
• Loma Verde Recreation Center - 1420 Loma Lane
• Montevalle Recreation Center - 840 Duncan Ranch Road
• Towne Center Parking Structure - 340 F Street 

Members of the public can access the City's alternative fuel stations 24 hours a day and use their credit cards for payment.  EV owners can also join the BLINK network to streamline the payment process by clicking here. 

Other Alternative Commute Options | Reduce Your Commute Costs

In partnership with iCommute (the regional commute organization), the City facilitates alternative commute options for its employees and community members. 

Ridesharing - By joining a carpool or vanpool, you can instantly reduce your commuting costs by 50% or more.  The following are some links to ridesharing tools:

• Find a carpool partner with ridesharing apps like Waze Carpool, uberPOOL, and Lyft Line.To learn more about these apps visit https://www.icommutesd.com/carpool/carpool

• Take advantage of up to $400 in Vanpool Incentives per month to help offset some of the van leasing costs. https://www.icommutesd.com/vanpool/vanpool

• Public Transit - Taking transit can get you out of a traffic snarl, save money on gas, help the environment, and ease the stress of your daily commute.  The following are some links to public transit tool

  • Use the Regional Transit Map to determine options for getting to your destination.
  • Access 511’s Transit Trip Planner to coordinate your departure and arrival times.
    
    

• Worried about being stranded when you choose an alternative commute? Lucky for you, you have a safety net with the Guaranteed Ride Home program. Watch this video to learn how it works and enroll for free https://www.icommutesd.com/commuters/guaranteedridehomereq.aspx

Need Help? Contact the City's Conservation Section at (619) 409-3893

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