Number
240045
Version
ORIGINAL
Reference
Sponsor
ALD. BROSTOFF, CHAMBERS, JR., DIMITRIJEVIC AND MOORE
Title
Resolution directing the Department of Administration to explore the possibility of the City entering into one or more agreements with Milwaukee County, Bublr Bikes, and other dockless mobility system operators, relating to an application software program for multimodal transportation in Milwaukee.
Analysis
This resolution directs the Department of Administration to explore the possibility of the City entering into one or more agreements with Milwaukee County, Bublr Bikes, and other dockless mobility system operators, relating to an application software program for multimodal transportation in Milwaukee.
Body
Whereas, Multimodal transportation options, including bicycles, scooters, buses, and the streetcar, help residents and visitors efficiently meet a variety of urban travel needs; and
Whereas, Application software programs provide commuters and visitors with increased access to transportation options; and
Whereas, Several application software programs exist for providing commuters and visitors with information relating to ride-share services, transit schedules, transit vehicle arrivals and departure times, locations of shared bicycles and scooters or their kiosks, and mapping options for the most efficient route to a destination using this mix of infrastructure; and
Whereas, Milwaukee County and the City share an interest in providing multimodal transportation information to commuters and visitors to ease congestion, decrease reckless driving with fewer cars on the road, and increase mobility options for residents and visitors; now, therefore, be it
Resolved, By the Common Council of the City of Milwaukee, that the Department of Administration is directed to explore the possibility of the City entering into one or more agreements with Milwaukee County, Bublr Bikes, and other dockless mobility system operators, relating to an application software program for multimodal transportation in MIlwaukee; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Department of Administration shall report its findings to the Council 6 months after the adoption of this resolution.
Requester
Drafter
LRB179869-1
Tea B. Norfolk
5/1/24