Recommendation 20250328-003 - Micromobility Devices Impeding Public Walkways — original pdf

Recommendation

BOARD AND COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities Recommendation Number: (20250328-003): Micromobility Devices Impeding Public Walkways WHEREAS, micromobility devices blocking public walkways, such as electric scooters, pose a hazard and limit individuals with mobility and vision impairments from effectively utilizing walkways; and WHEREAS, the Committee for People with Disabilities has considered this issue by soliciting feedback from community members, micromobility providers, the Department of Transportation and Public Works; and WHEREAS, the Committee for People with Disabilities has determined that in addition to current efforts by the City of Austin and micromobility providers, more must be done to make walkways safe and passable for all members of the community, including individuals with disabilities. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities encourages the Austin City Council to allocate funds (1) to develop signage encouraging proper parking to be posted in areas where micromobility use is high, and (2) towards enforcement of section Chapter 12-2-15 of the Code of Ordinances requiring micromobility devices to be parked appropriately. Date of Approval: March 28, 2025 Record of the vote: 6-0 Motioned by: Commissioner Kelly Seconded by: Commissioner Vassallo For: Chair Meyer, Commissioners Arellano, Chang, Kelly, Slade, and Vassallo Against: None Absent: Vice Chair Franks, Commissioners Comer-HaGans, and Salazar  Attest: Christi Vitela Staff Liaison