REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Study Session and Update on the City’s Shared Mobility Program
Report
COUNCIL PILLAR
Deliver and Enhance High Quality Efficient Services and Infrastructure
BACKGROUND
On December 7, 2021, City Council approved the Shared Mobility Permit Program (Permit Program) by introducing an Ordinance instituting Shared Mobility Administrative Regulations (Administrative Regulations) and adopting a Resolution establishing Shared Mobility Permit and Impound Fees. The goal of the Permit Program is to provide an additional active transportation option for the public via electric scooters and bicycles. The Permit Program aims to provide a transportation option for short trips throughout the City as well as provide first and last mile connections to transit stops.
Shared mobility operators must apply for an operating permit to deploy shared mobility devices in accordance with the Administrative Regulations (Attachment 1). Below is a summary of the notable permit requirements:
• One Year Operating Permit Term: Permits may be given to up to three operators and will be valid for a one-year period from July 1 to June 30.
• Maximum Number of Citywide Devices: The total number of devices citywide shall not exceed 3,000 (or up to 2,000 scooters and 1,000 bicycles).
• Device Parking:
o All devices parked in a low-density residential zone must be relocated out of the zone within 72 hours.
o Devices shall be parked upright and shall not block pedestrian pathways.
o Any improperly parked device shall be re-parked by the operator within two hours of notification.
• Customer Service and Outreach:
o Operators are required to maintain a 24-hour customer service telephone number.
o Operators must conduct public outreach including safety education for members of the public.
• Fines and Permit Revocation: Operators can be cited for failure to comply with the regulations which can lead to the revocation of the operating permit.
DISCUSSION
This Study Session will update the Council on the Permit Program and include information about the operators, number of devices, and data related to the Permit Program.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This is a study session, and no action is being taken by the City Council that constitutes a “project” within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(5) in that it is a governmental organizational policy making or administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect changes in the environment.
FISCAL IMPACT
Because this is a study session item, there is no fiscal impact beyond the staff time involved in preparing this report.
COORDINATION
This item was coordinated with the City Attorney’s Office and the City Manager’s Office.
PUBLIC CONTACT
Public contact was made by posting the Council agenda on the City’s official-notice bulletin board outside City Hall Council Chambers. A complete agenda packet is available on the City’s website and in the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to a Regular Meeting and 24 hours prior to a Special Meeting. A hard copy of any agenda report may be requested by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (408) 615-2220, email clerk@santaclaraca.gov or at the public information desk at any City of Santa Clara public library.
RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
Note and File Study Session Report and provide any feedback on City’s Shared Mobility Program Update
Staff
Reviewed by: Craig Mobeck, Director of Public Works
Approved by: Jovan Grogan, City Manager
ATTACHMENTS
1. Shared Mobility Permit Administrative Regulations