Cities and shared mobility system operators can do more to include people with disabilities in planning and operations, per a new report.
A new report from Veo and the Disability Mobility Initiative (DMI) highlights how cities can make shared micromobility systems more inclusive for people with disabilities.
As William Thorpe explains in Cities Today, “The authors recommend actions for both cities and operators, including dedicated on-street parking corrals, improved enforcement, and the integration of accessible vehicle models.”
According to DMI program director Anna Zivarts, “Cities need to do a better job of holding the companies’ feet to the fire on parking compliance” so micromobility devices don’t block the right-of-way. “The report also calls for greater involvement of people with disabilities in decision-making and operational roles.”
The report recommends installing on-street corrals, expanding accessible vehicle types, and requiring docked or lock-to devices that minimize disruption.
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