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CityCouncil | 2018-05-01 | 16 | Mayor Spencer stated a complete fee study would look at the time of everybody involved, which is something to keep in mind when looking at an RFP. The Senior Transportation Coordinator continued the presentation. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired how riders are educated. The Senior Transportation Coordinator responded there are several methods; stated LimeBike has prepared flyers which have been distributed and has attended events, such a farmers markets, to discuss the program; the mobile application has information as well; information has been put out on social media, including a Facebook video. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether LimeBike is participating in bike to work and school day. The Senior Transportation Coordinator responded that she does not know. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated concerns were raised regarding young riders; going to schools might be helpful. The Senior Transportation Coordinator noted LimeBike has done events at Encinal High School. Vice Mayor Vella stated that she received a communication from other vendors, which has been one of her concerns; inquired how the City arrived at doing a pilot with LimeBike; stated that she does not recall the matter coming to the City Council. The Senior Transportation Coordinator responded staff was approached by several different vendors; the one that was most engaged in the process was LimeBike; there was no cost to the City so the agreement did not go to Council for approval. Vice Mayor Vella inquired whether LimeBike made money over the course of the pilot, to which the Senior Transportation Coordinator responded staff has not done an audit or asked LimeBike about finances. Albert Lin, LimeBike, stated that he could look into passing on the information. Councilmember Oddie questioned the process; stated the Gig Car Share program was brought to Council; questioned the transparency. The Acting City Manager stated the program did not cost money and was a pilot; staff brought Gig Car Share to Council tonight because the Council wanted to layout parameters; apologized for not bringing LimeBike; stated LimeBike did a fantastic job; the community has been overwhelmingly supportive. Mayor Spencer stated that she brought a referral; she thought the City Manager Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 11 May 1, 2018 | CityCouncil/2018-05-01.pdf |