The city of Atlanta is implementing a Reduced Speed Zone along the portion of the Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail between Monroe Drive and DeKalb Avenue to ensure safe operations of shareable dockless mobility devices during congested periods, according to a press release. Within the Reduced Speed Zone, devices will be geofenced and limited to 8 mph when in operation along the multi-use trail.
The Reduced Speed Zone will be in effect on weekday evenings (Monday – Thursday, 6 p.m. – 6 a.m.), weekends (Friday at 6 p.m. – Monday 6 a.m.), and state holidays (6 a.m. – 6 p.m.). This will include the upcoming Fourth of July holiday.
Additionally, the city has recommended that operators implement a Transition Zone within 150 feet of the trail to allow users to safely approach, enter, and cross the Reduced Speed Zone.
The city, with technical assistance from ABI, has also identified parking zones along the Eastside and Westside Trails in order to accommodate dockless devices and reduce clutter and allow for accessibility at entrances to the trails. These zones are generally located at most public access points to the Atlanta BeltLine and will be physically marked within the next few weeks. The parking of devices will not be allowed anywhere on or along the multi-use trails except for in these authorized zones. The City is working with device operators to concurrently update their apps to restrict parking outside of authorized zones.
ABI is working with the city to limit the number of devices on the Atlanta BeltLine by capping the number of devices operators can deploy along its trails.
The city’s Office of Mobility Planning and APD have published #ScootSmart flyers outlining what is and is not permissible by law. APD’s Path Force Unit will begin handing out these flyers on Atlanta BeltLine trails and parks and monitoring for violations. APD has also launched an individual campaign to improve riding behavior.
When dockless devices pose an immediate safety hazard, trail users should call 311. The device company will be notified and they will respond in 30-120 minutes. For general clutter and parking issues, contact the dockless device companies directly. For accidents and injuries, call 911.
Information and feedback: City of Atlanta Office of Mobility Planning at mobility@atlantaga.gov, Department of Public Works by dialing 311, APD’s Path Force Unit at 404-546-7284, Atlanta BeltLine Inc. at info@atlbeltline.org
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