About Parking & Transportation Services

About Parking & Transportation Services

Mission Statement

Parking and Transportation Services (PTS) is a unit of Business Affairs at the University of Arizona. We are committed to delivering creative, equitable, and high-quality transportation solutions for faculty, staff, students, and visitors. Our mission is to support campus access through leadership, innovation, and stewardship—while promoting transportation alternatives and sustainability.

he University of Arizona Downtown Tram Stop, a modern transit station serving the downtown area, is shown on a sunny day.

Our Commitment

We aim to provide excellent service within the scope of available resources and to develop effective transportation demand management strategies that serve the evolving needs of our campus community.

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Our Values

As a unit of Business Affairs, we share the division’s values:

  • Integrity
  • Ethical behavior
  • Professionalism
  • Accountability
  • Collaboration
  • Transparency
  • Innovation

Strategic Goals

We are committed to creating an accessible campus through leadership and innovation, operating with financial efficiency while delivering high-quality services, and collaborating effectively with all stakeholders.

Our efforts focus on providing transparent measures that align with the needs and priorities of the University community, improving accessibility and mobility in a complex and evolving campus environment, and enhancing engagement with the broader community and governmental agencies. We also prioritize the use of ecologically sound principles in meeting transportation demands and the implementation and maintenance of efficient information and financial systems.

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