Some changes coming to E-scooters next year
Posted Dec 18, 2019 12:25 pm.
Last Updated Dec 19, 2019 7:04 am.
CALGARY (660 NEWS) – Expect a few changes when E-scooters hit the streets again in 2020.
Following a pilot project last summer, the City of Calgary said it will make some changes to the scooter program when they hit the streets again in the spring.
Among the changes, will be reduced speed limits in busy areas. The limit will decrease to 15 km/hr from 20 km/hr.
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More parking spaces will also be offered in high-demand areas.
The city also plans to educate more users on safety issues.
The 2019 pilot project proved successful with around 750,000 trips.
A city committee will discuss the changes on Wednesday.
