| Autor: |
Kegalle, Hiruni Nuwanthika, Hettiachchi, Danula, Salim, Flora, Sanderson, Mark |
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Conversation (Conversation Media Group Ltd); 9/4/2024, p19-19, 1p |
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Melbourne City Council recently banned shared e-scooters due to concerns about safety and the issue of riders parking the scooters on footpaths. An analytical study conducted in Melbourne found that a significant number of e-scooter trips start and end on footpaths, causing obstacles for pedestrians. Interviews with e-scooter riders, pedestrians, cyclists, and local council members revealed that designated parking points should be implemented as a condition for allowing shared e-scooters. The allocation of parking zones should be dynamic to adapt to changing conditions. Operators of e-scooter companies also support the use of designated parking areas and have seen success in trials of such zones in Melbourne. Local councils suggest using underutilized urban spaces for e-scooter parking, while cyclists recommend setting up designated parking zones similar to bike racks. The goal is to strike a balance between convenient parking and keeping footpaths and public spaces clear. A dynamic system that considers factors such as time of day, weekdays, special events, and seasonal changes is recommended. The mobile app could guide riders to these designated parking zones to ensure convenience and safety for everyone. [Extracted from the article] |
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Complementary Index |
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