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Have
Too many
permits, not
enough space
by Sara Prosser
Collegian staff
The big question circulating
around campus right now is: Why
can't students find available parking
spaces when they have purchased
parking permits?
A rumor has been circulating
that there were SO more permits
sold than actual parking spaces.
Bill Donahue, Manager of Police
and Safety, stressed that this is
definitely not true. Although this
rumor is unfounded, it is a fact that
the sale of permits was terminated
only two weeks ago.
Donahue pointed out that, "As of
October 4, there were 464 active
resident permits sold and 47S
parking spaces available."
These spots include the S lot, the
F and K lots (the apartment lots),
the few spaces that are behind each
of the dorms, and the new spots
that are on Aquarius drive.
So according to these numbers,
everyone who purchased a parking
permit should be able to find an
available parking space, but this is
not the case. Part of the problem is
that students without proper
permits are parking in resident
spaces. These vehicles take up the
11 "left over" spaces, and probably
more.
“Students need
to use their
common sense. "
-Bill Donahue
"We understand that there is a
problem with parking," said
Donahue. "That is why we added
the spaces on Aquarius Drive."
When there is an "overflow of
traffic," students must contact
Police and Safety to find out where
they can and cannot park according
to Donahue.
Coffee with the Provost
by Doreen Foutz
News Editor
Tuesday night, in Perry lobby
Dr. John Lilley, provost and
dean, met with students to
discuss concerns and University
affairs.
Lilley meets monthly with
students at Coffee with the
Provost.
At this latest meeting, Lilley
revealed plans for the Mack house
at coffee with the provost last
night, “It is being restored and
furnished. The basic construction
should be finished Nov. IS.”
He said die house will be
beautifully furnished and the
decor will resemble the Memorial
Room in the Glennhill
farmhouse.
The upstairs will be used by
the Development of University
staff on the weekdays as office
space.
“This
semester is
going to be
really tough. ”
-Dean Lilley
on the parking
problem
The ground level is being
designed to contain two dining
rooms and a living room.
you seen any spots lately?
A familiar sight to Behrend students: A parking permit in the window, but no where to
park. Could parking garages be the solution?
"Students need to use their
common sense," said Donahue.
The Parking Update released
several weeks ago stated, "Although
parking is congested, all parking
regulations will be enforced.
Parking in the grass or other non
space areas is not permitted unless
directed to do so by Police and
Safety.”
At the current time, the overflow
of vehicles is being sent to the lot
adjacent to the Police and Safely
Building, but this lot will be closed
November 1 through April 1 from
11 at night to 7 in the morning for
snow removal. So where should
students park their cars then?
According to Donahue, "The lot
up on the hill (new lot) should
hopefully be accessible by then.
Also, the fleet vehicles in the S lot
will be removed and those spots
will be made available to the
Bob MsuKchSColegian Photographer
Coffee Chat: Dean John Lilley met with students Tuesday for Coffee with the Provost
Issues raised included the Mack House and the parking situation.
one that open's directly into the
club dining room.
The house was purchased by
and is being furnished by an
anonymous benefactor and should
be open for use in the spring of
1997.
Lilley also
parking issue.
“It is a real problem this
yearhe said. “It really jumped
The “club” dining room will
be used for student organizations
to hold formal dinners and
meetings. The large dining room
will be used for faculty-student
dinners. Entire classes will be
invited to have dinner with the
faculty.
The house will have two
entrances, one in the front and
students."
The dorm that is being
constructed would also seem to
pose another parking dilema.
Where are the residents of this dorm
going to park their vehicles?
“We understand that there
is a problem with parking. ”
-Bill Donahue
Accoring to Donahue, "there are
40 new spaces in the lot, and there
is talk about adding additional
spaces."
The question of whether or not
freshmen should be allowed to have
cars on campus often enters the
addressed the
picture. When asked, Donahue
replied, "It is possible, but there is
no positive word. We have to see
if that would help our situation."
So for now there are still a lot of
unanswered questions and students
who still cannot find parkin 6
spaces, despite all the changes that
have been made.
Any problems or questions
regarding the parking situation
should be directed to Police and
Safety.
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up this year-more than we
expected." The ratio of people to
cars on campus has risen from
one out of four to one out of
two.
Lilley said that garages are a
possibility and so is an extension
of the Erie Hall lot.
“This semester is going to be
really tough. We are very much
aware of this,” Lilley said.
Question of the week:
Would you be willing to pay a higher
fee for parking if the difference in
cost went to pay for better parking
facilities such as garages?
“Yes , if main would make the parking garages
happen. “
-Dan Anpreus. 9the Sem.,BECCN
“I believe the parking arrangements on this
campus are ridiculous. We should have more
spaces and we shouldn't have to pay for it, we
already pay enough as it is for tuition."
-Lldana Chlnea, sthe Sem.,COMMU
“I believe we pay enough but we need to figure
out how to thin out the amount of cars we have
now. The University hould only sell as many passes
as there are spaces."
-Nicole Fitzgerald. sthe Sem.,MGNT
"I might be willing to pay more if there would be a
promise of more parking lots, but they should
definately not sell more passes than they have
spots. “
-JonnaZizak, lstSem .COMMU
“Yes, I think any student would be\ willing to pay
the difference. In my five years here at Behrend,
parking has been a problem. Fees continue to go
up and the amount of spaces available for
parking have decreased. So, we need to correct
the problem because it has gotten out of hand. “
-Jonathon Izbichi, Graduate
Alumni Fellow
honored at Behrend
Robert D. Metzgar, Erie
businessman, awarded title
by Kirsten Wright
Collegian Staff
Last Thursday and Friday,
Robert D. Metzgar was at Bdvend
to accept the award as the 1996
Alumni Fellow, which allowed him
to have an opportunity to impact
students' lives. He taught classes,
in hopes of opening students' eyes
to the real business world and also
to provide them with ideas they
may not have considered before. He
was a bit apprehensive about going
into the classroom, but alter the
first few sessions he said, "Behrend
has given me a very warm feeling
in the classroom''.
Metzgar is a well established
businessman in the Erie area. He is
the president and owner of North
Penn Pipe and Supply Company,
located in Warren, PA. In 1977,
Metzgar was the plant manager for
GTE when he decided that it was
time to go into business for
himself. With the support of his
family and generous help from his
local bank, Metzgar purchased his
first company with his car as the
only collateral.
Since 1977, his company has
grown to unimaginable heights.
He has also spread his business out
to other parts of the nation. He is a
very well respected member of the
community, holding many
positions in the Penn State system.
The most honorable of these is his
position as a member of the Penn
State Board of Trustess, appointed
by Gov. Tom Ridge. This honor
was recently extended for two more
years. He is also an active member
of his local community as he is a
participant in the Warren County
Chamber of Commerce and the
PNC Bank Advisory Board as well
as the treasurer of the Pennsylvania
Oil and Gas Association.
Metzgar's family was on hand at
the ceremony and created an
emotional scene when he began to
tell the story of his life. Metzgar
was attending college when his son
was still young. When his
daughter was young, he was just
beginning in the business world.
Currently, the whole Metzgar
Dave Boubs/Colegian Photographer
Alumni Fellow: Robert
Metzgar receives his award from
Penn State president, Or.
Graham Spanier.
family works together on a daily
basis, and Robert feels as though he
is making up for lost time.
"Without the sacrifice, love, and
affection of my family, this dream
would never have been possible."
When describing Metzgar's
upbringing. Dr. Lilley said, "He
came from a simple and
unassuming but supportive
family."
Penn State President, Graham
Spanier, was also present at the
ceremony and actually presented
Metzgar with the award. Spanier
said in his speech, "The title of
Alumni Fellow is one of the most
prestigious awards given by Penn
State, and the highest honor given
by the Penn State Alumni
Association."