uGO September Update

As we turn the corner on Labor Day, we also turn a corner on mobility options in the Circle! Between the introduction of scooters, new (and much more visible!) signs identifying CircleLink shuttle stops, and new pedestrian improvements on Mayfield Road, it's becoming easier and safer to walk, bike and take transit in the Circle. Speaking of safe, don't miss the update about Cleveland's Vision Zero initiative. And if you missed the Aug 21st Shared Mobility Expo on Toby's Plaza, keep an eye on your inbox for announcements about upcoming events.

Dockless Scooters Arrive in Cleveland

Bird and Lime scooters have arrived! As a no-emission, low cost, point to point transportation option, scooters are an exciting new transportation technology in University Circle. Read on for safety and parking tips!

Safety Tips

As a scooter rider, key things to remember include:

Ride in the street. Scooter and bike riders should ride in the street with the flow of traffic, using bike lanes where possible.
Don't get stranded. Under City regulations for the six-month demonstration, scooter vendors are required to deactivate the devices between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. Keep this in mind when planning your rides.
Be visible. Never assume a driver sees you. Ride at least three feet from the curb so you are in the line of sight of other road users.
Be predictable. Follow all traffic laws, including stopping when the traffic light is red. Avoid weaving and riding erratically.
Ride smart. Don't carry objects that keep you from controlling the scooter or bike. Don't be distracted or ride with headphones. Don't drink and ride. Don't ride more than one person per device.
Wear a helmet. Permitted vendors are required to give you a free helmet upon request.

Motor vehicle drivers should keep the following in mind:

Share the road. People riding scooters and bikes are allowed on the road.
Don't drive distracted. Be alert and watch out for slower moving road users like people on scooters and bikes.
Pass safely. Drivers may pass people on scooters and bikes if there are at least three feet between the motor vehicle and the rider. Where possible, change lanes to pass.
Look before you leave. When you park on the street, check your blind spot to make sure you will not hit a scooter or bike rider when you open your door.
Be patient. Everyone on the road wants to get where they are going quickly and safely.

Designated Scooter Parking Areas

The City of Cleveland has begun marking temporary parking locations on sidewalks in the public right-of-way. These parking locations illustrate where vendors are allowed to place devices, and where users are encouraged to park.

The parking locations are marked with two simple parallel white lines. These markings are designed to be removable if necessary, based on community feedback and use patterns. More permanent parking location markings will be installed as the system develops.

For additional details on where and how to properly park your scooter, click here .

More Info

Click here to submit feedback with concerns about marked scooter parking locations or to request for a new location. There is additional information about the City of Cleveland's shared mobility program here.

New CircleLink Signs

The installation of new CircleLink stop identification signs is underway! You'll see a few different sign types, and their purpose is to indicate BlueLink and GreenLink shuttle stops.

For more information about the CircleLink shuttle service, visit uGO's shuttle page .

Pedestrian Enhancement on Mayfield Road in Little Italy

This past month, the City of Cleveland and the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) installed white posts (also called flexible delineators) along the edges of painted bump outs in Little Italy's commercial district. These posts are intended to prevent cars from parking too close to the crosswalks on Mayfield Road. Cars parked too close to the crosswalk is hazardous since it prevents cars from being able to see pedestrians waiting to cross the street.

Cleveland's Vision Zero Initiative is Underway

Each y ear, over 40,000 Americans are killed in traffic related crashes. For too long, traffic deaths and severe injuries have been considered an inevitable side effects of modern life. While often referred to as “accidents,” the reality is that these tragedies are preventable by taking a proactive, preventative approach that prioritizes traffic safety as a public health issue.

Vision Zero is a strategy to eliminate all traffic fatalities and severe injuries, while increasing safe, healthy, equitable mobility for all. First implemented in Sweden in the 1990s, Vision Zero has proved successful across Europe — and now it’s gaining momentum in major American cities. NYC adopted a Vision Zero strategy four years ago and has reduced serious injuries and fatalities by 30%.

In 2018, Cleveland's City Council adopted a resolution formalizing a Vision Zero Task Force whose role is to create a plan for the City to address meaningful changes to traffic enforcement, land use and transportation ordinances.

To learn more about Cleveland's Vision Zero initiative, click here.

Did you know?

Replying to emails or relaxing with an e-book or podcast while riding transit just got easier. The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Agency is making Wifi available on buses and trains. The Cedar-University station (on the platform and in the station) and HealthLine buses are included.