Warnings being issued for parked bicycles in disrepair, improperly parked or abandoned

The Physical Facilities Grounds Department this week is marking with warnings all parked bicycles that are damaged, appear not to be roadworthy, or have been abandoned or parked improperly.

The guidelines outlined below will be put in place beginning next week.

Bicycles may be impounded immediately for the following reasons:

* Parked improperly (i.e., anywhere other than a bicycle rack).
* To complete emergency project work, construction or to facilitate necessary repairs.

Bicycle parking on the academic campus is intended to be temporary only. The Grounds Department will give 14 days' notice before impounding bicycles for the following reasons:

* Abandoned (e.g., rusted chain, deflated tires, leaves and debris present, obviously not in use).
* Damaged or in disrepair (e.g., bent wheels, handlebars, missing parts).
* Parked and unmoved in the same location for more than 14 days.

Individuals who keep a bicycle on campus are advised to check their bicycle to be sure that no warning has been issued.

Individuals who suspect that their bicycles have been removed by the Grounds Department may contact the department to retrieve their bicycles. If a bicycle has been registered with the Purdue University Police Department (PUPD), the Grounds Department will work with PUPD to attempt to notify the owner. If a bicycle is not retrieved within 60 days, then it is sent to the Purdue Warehouse and Surplus Store to be sold.

More information on the bicycle removal process and how to register a bicycle may be found at www.purdue.edu/bikes, and questions may be directed to the Grounds Department at 49-43087.