They’re nothing if not contentious and the City of Richmond is seeking your feedback on the controversial e-scooters about the town.
The city has opened up an online hub for Richmondites to give their opinions on how the relatively new mode of transport is doing.
Its LetsTalkRichmond.ca engagement platform is ready for residents to share their thoughts.
The engagement runs from Monday, June 12 to Sunday, July 23 and feedback will be used to inform future considerations regarding e-scooters, as well as on-street and off-street improvements to encourage “safe and comfortable active transportation mobility options for all,” according to the city.
The presence of the scooters has caused safety concerns for many people, given that they’re mostly ridden on the city’s sidewalks and can travel at a speed greater than that of bikes.
The city is currently halfway through its participation in B.C.’s three-year Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Program.
Since July 27, 2021, e-scooters have been permitted to operate in Richmond on some municipal streets and paved pathways, shared with pedestrians.
The specific rules and regulations are defined within the City’s Traffic Bylaw No. 5870 and Public Parks and School Grounds Regulation Bylaw No. 8771.
In May 2022, the city awarded Lime Technology a contract to launch its app-based program, bringing both shared e-scooter and e-bike service to Richmond.
Through Lime Technologies and HUB Cycling, various training and beginner operator support has been offered to the public.
As well, Richmond RCMP and Richmond Community Bylaw staff have undertaken education campaigns to promote the safe operation by riders of e‑scooters in Richmond.
To learn more, and share your input, visit LetsTalkRichmond.ca by Sunday, July 23 at 11:59 p.m.
