Richmond E-Scooter Pilot Project Extension

The City of Richmond is extending its E-Scooter Pilot Project, which has seen over 107,000 public shared e-scooter trips since its launch in May 2022. The city recommends continuing participation in the provincial pilot to manage the use of these devices.

• The provincial government is extending the e-scooter project for another four-year period, effective April 5, 2024.
• The City's E-Scooter Pilot Project began in July 2021, allowing the public to legally ride e-scooters on streets with cycling facilities and shared pathways.
• A public survey showed interest and support for e-scooters, with concerns about sidewalk riding and enforcement.
• Safety and education campaigns, including collaboration with RCMP and Lime, are an integral part of the pilot project.
• E-scooter collision data is not yet available, but the incident rate for Lime devices is 0.02%.

• Recommendation 1: Endorse the extension of the City's E-Scooter Pilot Project as described in the staff report.
• Recommendation 2: Advise the Province that the City of Richmond consents to the Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project taking place within the City, effective April 5, 2024.