The City of Los Angeles and Metro are partnering to launch the Metro Countywide Bike Share Pilot Program in Summer 2016. The Pilot Program will feature up to 1,000 bicycles and 80 stations in Downtown Los Angeles. Based on preliminary studies and two rounds of public feedback (here and here), we have increased the system size by 20% and identified over 100 possible station locations. Now we need your help to select the very best ones.
Visit Metro.net/bikeshare to view the Bike Share map showing proposed station locations. Tell us why you like or dislike a location directly on the map. The deadline for comments is Thursday, December 31, 2015. Spread the word! Don’t forget to share the site with your networks #BikeShareLA.
When thinking about station locations, you may be wondering what attributes to consider. Below is some information about station size and siting criteria we encourage you to think about when expressing your preferences.
- What are the space requirements for a Bike Share station? The average station size is approximately the size of three parking spaces. Some stations may be smaller or larger.
- What are the station siting criteria? We are searching for locations on streets, on sidewalks or in plazas that provide:Connectivity: Connecting to transit and key destinations creates a network
Space Availability: Wider sidewalks and parking spaces are great locations
Accessibility: Stations should be visible and easy to get to
Sun: Sunny spots are best since stations run on solar power
Demand and Support: Stations should be located where there is high demand - Are these stations set in stone? No. This is a pilot program and the station locations will be evaluated as the program moves forward. Stations may be moved in the future.
Help plan the Downtown LA stations in the Metro Countywide Bike Share Program! Visit Metro.net/bikeshare
Bike stations should be stationed at Red Line stations, major bus hubs, and where major landmarks are located (City Hall, Disney Hall, Grand Central Market, Little Tokyo, China Town, 7th & Fig, etc)
Thank you, we hope you provide your input using the link at the end of the blog post!
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