Council hears update on shared mobility program; staff reports limited device use and changes to permit rules

Jul 16, 2025

Staff presented an update on Santa Clara’s shared mobility (bike and scooter) permit program, reporting lower ridership and device counts in recent years, operational rules, and proposed permit changes intended to encourage operator participation.

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City staff provided a study-session update on Santa Clara’s shared mobility permit program — the city’s regulation of dockless electric bikes and scooters — outlining program rules, recent usage data, enforcement practices and proposed administrative changes to permits.

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