One borough’s e-scooter fleet will double in size.
This June , New Yorkers will have more option to scarper the much - dreaded summer subway ride .
The New York City Department of Transportation just announced that , thanks to a joint exploit with due east - iceboat parcel companiesBird , Lime , andVeo , a pilot program first launched in the Bronx last summer will double in size . The e - scooter fleets will now expand into neighborhoods like Parkchester , Castle Hill , Country Club , and Throggs Neck .
The new fleet will bring the e - scooter count from 3,000 to 6,000 . The project ’s improvements will allow Bronxites to opt from a all-encompassing range of low-cost , accessible , and sustainable transportation options , and will connect residents to more stops on the 6 train as well as to freshly launchedNYC ferrying stopslike the Soundview Ferry Terminal and Ferry Point Park Terminal .
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In summation to providing discounted fare to New Yorkers welcome federal assistance ( SNAP , NYCHA , etc . ) , the DOT has finalized an understanding with mate companies to allow cash payments and text - subject matter booking to allow and employ Es - scooters , further reducing the requirements to enter the services . In addition , wheelchair approachable - scooters will be available .
" This administration is attached to reducing our dependency on automobiles and more equitably delivering services across the five borough , " said Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez . " Our e - scooter archetype in the Bronx has been a singular success and we ’re delirious to bring it even more residents in penury of alternative forms of exile . "
Ever since the 2018 entry ofdockless bike shareand the convenient e - moped share app , Revel , New Yorkers have seen growing accession to sustainable and low-priced DoT . As the labor for a dark-green New York City become more popular , share company offering electronic transportation are focusing on becoming more inclusive .
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" eastward - sea scooter are green , low-priced , and invaluable in public transit deserts , " say Public Advocate Jumaane D. Williams . " As the project grows , it ’s essential to prioritise both accessibility and safety . I appreciate that the Department of Transportation is create opportunities for alternate mode of transit and investing in options for humbled - income riders as well as riders with disabilities . "
