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Richmond e‑bike program reports fewer thefts; façade improvement pilot to offer up to $15,000 per business
Summary
Salma, the city e‑bike manager, told the Richmond Rising meeting that theft and vandalism of shared e‑bikes have declined after operational changes and new staff; the committee also heard that a façade improvement pilot will launch offering up to $15,000 per business and that businesses need owner approval but need not own the building.
Salma, who manages the City of Richmond’s e‑bike program, told the Richmond Rising stakeholder committee on Dec. 3 that the program has reduced theft and vandalism after updating operations and adding staff.
"We have seen a significant reduction in theft and vandalism since updating our operations and hiring more staff," Salma said, describing operational improvements and continued…
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