Van-GO! Leasing a Van
Vans are leased to drivers on a monthly basis. VSPI establishes the lease rates and selects the types of vans that will be available for leasing. The lease includes a 7,9, 12 or 15-passenger van, insurance, maintenance, repairs and even 24-hour roadside assistance. (Lease agreement is between VSPI and the primary driver.)
To be eligible to lease a van the prospective driver must meet the following criteria:
- Be 25 years of age or older
- Possess a valid drivers license in his or her state of residence
- Have a good driver record and be willing to permit VPSI to review the record
- Have a good credit rating
How are passenger fares determined?
Passengers are responsible for setting their individual monthly van passenger fares based upon monthly vanpool expenses.
Forms
- Passenger Fare Worksheet (pdf)
- Driver Monthly Log Form (pdf)
- Driver Accounting Form (pdf)
It is recommended that drivers ride for free,in return for their volunteer driving efforts.
Individual groups can decide whether they want to set daily rates for occasional riders in their Vanpool.
How is Van-Go! funded?
The Metropolitan Council has been given federal funds for this program.
- Metropolitan Council provides 55% of the monthly van lease, regardless of van size.
- Van-GO! passengers pay 45% of the monthly van lease, regardless of van size, as well as fuel and parking expenses.
- Employers may choose to subsidize Vanpools serving their locations. (Check with your employer)
For questions regarding van leasing, van maintenance, driver applications, and monthly lease billings:
Contact Vanpool Services Inc.(VSPI):612-331-4299 Fax: 612-331-3652 www.vpsiinc.com
Email: Jeff Arnold, Manager jeff.arnold@vpsiinc.com or Bill Grindberg, Account Coordinator bill.grindberg@vpsiinc.com