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WORKING AT USM 3: Getting Around Yes, you can get there from here. Just refer to the on-line maps and directions. Use "Touring the Portland Campus" and "Touring the Gorham Campus"; also check driving directions to the Portland, Gorham, and Lewiston-Auburn campuses. Various shuttle bus or minibus services are available between the Portland and Gorham campuses. In addition to on-campus stops, some of these services include stops at the Marginal Way parking lot, Portland Hall, and the Maine Mall. The current bus schedules are available on-line. Any vehicle parked on property owned by or under the control of USM must display a valid USM decal or other recognized parking permit. Decals may be purchased at University Police offices on the Portland or Gorham campuses, or by mail. The cost is $35 for the full year and $20 for part-year duration. Call 780-5254 for details. Please also review the on-line USM Parking Regulations. USM has a motor pool operation which provides, when available, vehicles for official business. This includes a small fleet of cars as well as 15 and 8 passenger vans. Call 780-4160 to make a reservation. You will need to complete a Motor Pool Requisition Form available from your department. Check Administrative Practice Letter #27 for more information on University motor vehicle use and regulations. 3.5 Travel and Travel Expenses You may be required to travel on University business. Reimbursement is for actual expenses incurred and it is your responsibility to limit expenses where possible and to document expenditures in accordance with established procedures as outlined in Administrative Practice Letter #26. This APL provides guidance on travel services, use of credit cards, travel advances, per diem expenses, air travel, lodging, car rentals, use of personal car vs. university car, accident reporting, meals, and expense accounting. Please note that the Business Services website provides useful details to include completing the Travel Expense Voucher on-line. |
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