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MattersTransportationFirst seen Aug 19, 2024

Shared micromobility parking permits

A proposed permit system would let shared e-scooter and bicycle providers use designated parking areas on city land and road rights-of-way. Approval requirements and fees would help manage where devices are parked as the region’s electric scooter pilot continues.

Where it stands: Staff directed to prepare a permit bylaw Aug 19, 2024; no later step is provided.

Background

Earlier and later steps of the same initiative.

  1. Nov 4, 2024

    Shared micromobility parking areas

    The city plans to seek proposals from operators of shared micromobility devices, with geo-fenced parking areas on city lands. The proposed licence could run for up to three years, with an option to renew.

Timeline

Every time this matter appeared in council records, newest first.

  1. August 19, 2024· Council

    Staff directed to prepare permits for shared device parking

    Council directed staff to prepare a bylaw allowing micromobility providers to apply for permits to occupy City right-of-way and lands with approval requirements and fees.

    Decision: Directed staff to prepare a bylaw for micromobility permits to occupy City lands and rights-of-way.

    Passed 7–0

  2. August 19, 2024·Presentation

    Lime Canada presented a micromobility sharing proposal and answered questions.