DATE: October 17, 2023
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Director of Public Works
SUBJECT
Title
Micromobility Feasibility Study: Adopt a Resolution Approving Recommended Short- and Long-term Micromobility Programs
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RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
That the Council adopts a resolution (Attachment II) approving the recommended short and long-term Micromobility Programs.
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SUMMARY
The final Draft Micromobility Feasibility Study (Attachment III) has been prepared to develop a micromobility vision in Hayward: to aid in determining vehicle types (electric and classic bikes and/or e-scooters); to analyze partnership models with, including but not limited to, transit agencies, private or public entities, and bike shops; to investigate the interaction of shared micromobility with transit access and mobility hubs; to emphasize connections to educational centers and employment hubs; and to identify specific actionable pilot projects.
For the Short-Term Program Implementation:
The short term micromobility program will create an E-bike Rebate Clearing House at a central location where Hayward residents can access information regarding currently available e-bike rebate programs.
For the Long-Term Program Implementation:
The Long-Term program will focus on creating a regional shared micromobility program where forms of transportation vehicles that are small, low-speed, and human-powered or electric-assisted including bicycles, electric bicycles (e-bikes), scooters, and electric scooters (e-scooters) that individuals can rent out. Regional partners may include the cities of San Leandro, Hayward, Union City, Fremont, and the Alameda County unincorporated area including Castro Valley.
Council Infrastructure Committee Review
This item was reviewed by the Council Infrastructure Committee on April 26, 2023. One Committee member was in overall favor of shared Micromobility; however, the Committee expressed concern that maintaining dockless bikes and e-scooters were most utilized successfully in beach and tourist cities as well as denser cities and may not be appropriate for Hayward. Additional concerns were a possible contribution to blight from discarded vehicles and safety issues from riding on sidewalks.
All Committee members were in favor of a bike rebate program in which residents may purchase a bike or electric bike with the City supplementing the capped cost. Staff are currently applying for a grant that includes bike rebate, bike storage facilities and bike safety education components.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment I Staff Report
Attachment II Resolution
Attachment III Draft Micromobility Feasibility Study