Joint Transportation Committee
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Powered Micromobility Lending Libraries Study
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The 2022 Supplemental Transportation Budget (ESSB 5689, Sec 204(11)) directs the Joint Transportation Committee to examine options and provide recommendations for a state program to assist in establishing powered micromobility device lending libraries. The stated intent of the libraries would be 'to provide low-cost or no-cost, reliable, and healthier modes of transportation to vulnerable communities.' The final report is due to the legislature June 30, 2023.
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specific elements of the study include:
- Research and a summary matrix of current lending library program details including: the types of micromobility devices utilized; entities that operate the programs; technical assistance provided, if any; if a program is specific to serving vulnerable communities; any device purchase incentives; and challenges and successes of these existing programs.
- Survey and interview existing lending library program operators and grantors/funders to identify successful grant program framework(s).
- Using the information gained through research, the survey, and interviews, develop recommendations on the program characteristics that may best support a successful state program.
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What are "micromobility devices"?
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For the purposes of this study powered micromobility devices are defined as:
- devices that do not exceed product speed of 30 miles per hour or product weight of 100 pounds and includes electric bicycles, electric cargo bikes, and electric standing scooters
- other mobility devices under 50 pounds in weight that do not use fossil fuels
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If you have questions about this study, please contact:
Alyson Cummings, JTC Staff, Alyson.Cummings@leg.wa.gov
Dave Catterson, JTC Coordinator, Dave.Catterson@leg.wa.gov