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Electric Scooters May Be Causing Issues For California Cities

Electric Scooters May Be Causing Issues For California Cities

In metropolitan areas across the country, a new fad has arisen. Electric scooter rental companies have set up shop in several major cities, and a few civic leaders have been voicing serious concerns. While they're certainly a fun and convenient new way to take a short trip or commute  to a nearby job, they're taking up a lot of sidewalk space and in many cases are discarded like garbage by some of their users.

Companies like Bird and Lime operate through a smart phone app that activates a scooter after scanning a bar code. The scooter is used and dropped off in a convenient location when finished, at least in theory.

The major issues cited by detractors revolve around the users behaviors and the companies methods of doing business. It's been noticed that most scooter users fail to abide by both local laws and the terms of the agreement between users and the scooter company. Riding two to a scooter, not using helmets, and riding on sidewalks are behaviors noted by local law enforcement agencies and observers. The scooter companies have also been engaging in questionable practices when rolling out into most cities as well. Both Bird and Lime rarely seek out permits prior to setting up operations in most cities in which they provide service.

This means that during the period in which they begin operation until they obtain a permit, they are not paying a cent in taxes to their host cities. The final concern that has been voiced is regarding the condition in which the equipment is left by users and vandals. In cities they are often left in the middle of sidewalks and walkways, and in many coastal areas they are vandalized by being thrown onto beaches, into oceans, and into garbage cans.

On the other hand, many users have found the service to be both convenient and enjoyable. It an also serve as an alternative to public transportation for short trips in areas where it is lacking. 

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Written By: Todd Hendrickson
Source: dailynews.com

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