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Atlanta e-bike rebate program issued 734 rebates; commission reports high redemption among income-qualified applicants
Summary
Atlanta Regional Commission presented program results: 11,000 applications, 734 rebates issued, 579 redeemed, 82% of funds ultimately supported income-qualified recipients and preliminary data show reduced car commuting among recipients.
The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) told the Transportation Committee on March 12 that the city-backed e-bike rebate program drew heavy demand and showed early signs of changing travel behavior.
Ben Camber, ARC project manager for the Atlanta e-bike rebate program, said the program received more than 11,000 applications in two rounds during 2024, issued 734 rebates and saw 579 redeemed within the required period. Camber said 82% of final rebate funds went to income-qualified households (those at or below 80% of area median income)…
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