Denver, Minneapolis, and Washington, D.C. all have bike-sharing programs. San Francisco is set to get one next year. But the biggest bike-sharing program in the country may soon pop up in New York City. The New York City Department of Transportation is issuing a request for proposals on Wednesday.
According to Transportation Nation, New York is aiming to have a 24-hour network of approximately 10,000 Gps and wireless-equipped bikes, as well as up to 600 solar-powered bike stations located on streets and sidewalks every few blocks. Paying members will be allowed to take an unlimited number of half hour trips each day at no cost above their subscription fee. Longer trips will incur a small charge.
The entire program will be paid for by the private sector during an initial five-year period, with the city sharing the revenue stream. The Dot will also reserve the right to approve rates.
The reason?...
According to Transportation Nation, New York is aiming to have a 24-hour network of approximately 10,000 Gps and wireless-equipped bikes, as well as up to 600 solar-powered bike stations located on streets and sidewalks every few blocks. Paying members will be allowed to take an unlimited number of half hour trips each day at no cost above their subscription fee. Longer trips will incur a small charge.
The entire program will be paid for by the private sector during an initial five-year period, with the city sharing the revenue stream. The Dot will also reserve the right to approve rates.
The reason?...
- 11/24/2010
- by Ariel Schwartz
- Fast Company
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