Enhancing Detroit Bike Share Program for Accessibility
Detroit Bike Share & Programs to Educate All Cyclists (PEAC) aims to build an inclusive bike share system. The proposal includes offering a variety of cycles for different abilities, hiring a coordinator for individuals with disabilities, and providing training. Two accessible bike share scenarios are outlined, each with strengths and weaknesses. Key questions include the rental period, fitting services for riders, potential user groups, and other critical factors to consider for accessible bike share success.
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Detroit Bike Share & Programs to Educate All Cyclists (PEAC) Building Bike Share for All
Accessible Detroit Bike Share Pilot Offer a variety of cycles (branded as part of Detroit Bike Share) that serve a range of abilities: Tandems, tricycles, hand cycles, and trailers Hire a part-time Americans with Disabilities coordinator to help develop and execute the system Conduct outreach with organizations like PEAC serving individuals with disabilities Develop and provide training for users of equipment
Accessible Bike Share Scenario #1 Provide designated and branded space for accessible bikes in close proximity to Detroit Bike Share stations Reserve accessible bikes through toll-free number 12-24 hours in advance Return bike to designated rack after use
Accessible Bike Share Scenario #1 Strengths + Closest in service to traditional bike share + More options for picking up/dropping off bikes Weaknesses - More expensive - Storage of personal accessible devices such as wheelchairs need to be determined
Accessible Bike Share Scenario #2 Designate existing bike rental businesses to rent accessible bikes Reserve accessible bikes by calling businesses 12 24 hours in advance Return bikes to bike rental businesses after use
Accessible Bike Share Scenario #2 Strengths + Ability to store accessible devices such as wheelchairs at rental business + Greater public awareness about accessible bike share Weaknesses - Fewer locations to pick up bikes - Need buy-in from businesses, as well as training
Other Questions to be Addressed Length of bike rental period The typical bike share rental period is 30 60 minutes. Is this enough time for accessible bike share? Aside from training on accessible bike share equipment use, will riders require fitting or other services? In addition to people with disabilities, who else might be interested in accessible bike share options? i.e. seniors, kids Other factors that need to be taken into account?
