RICHMOND
| Stat | Value | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 209,937 | 2021 |
| Population | 198,309 | 2016 |
| Tax revenues | $0.644 billion | 2022 |
| Tax revenues | $0.575 billion | 2021 |
| Tax revenues | $0.579 billion | 2020 |
| Tax revenues | $0.581 billion | 2019 |
| Property tax | $0.524 billion | 2022 |
| Property tax | $0.496 billion | 2021 |
| Property tax | $0.413 billion | 2020 |
| Property tax | $0.463 billion | 2019 |
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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.
Key Highlights:- 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.
The report outlines the 2024 Active Transportation Initiatives in Richmond, focusing on infrastructure projects, programs, and collaborations to support walking, cycling, and rolling trips.
Capital Projects: Construction of Steveston Highway Multi-Use Pathway, No. 2 Road pathway, neighborhood bikeways, and cycling protection enhancements.
Active Transportation Network Spot Improvements: Enhancing safety, accessibility, and connectivity in the system.
Park, Road, and Development Projects: Reviewing projects impacting active transportation infrastructure.
Cycling Network Plan Update: Prioritizing future capital projects for cycling network upgrades.
Promotion and Education: Activities include bicycle education for students, participation in events, and awareness campaigns.
Concerns raised regarding proposed temporary Steveston Bus Exchange relocation:
- Safety concerns: Close proximity to daycare with 40 children daily
- Impact on pedestrians: 197 buses daily, bus turns near Garry Point Park concession stand
- Parking: Net loss on Chatham Street
- Community opposition: Petition circulated to hundreds of residents, majority not in support
- Request: Refer proposed exchange back to staff for further consideration