Council Welcomes New Car-Sharing Service
Councilmember Emmanuel V. Remy and Mayor Andrew J.
Ginther announced a new partnership with the car-sharing service Zipcar.
Eight Zipcars are now available in on-street parking spots Downtown, as well as
the Short North, German Village and Weinland Park through the partnership.
“As
our great city continues to grow, we have to think creatively about our
mobility options and car sharing provides an affordable alternative to owning a
car and finding a place to park it,” said Remy, chair of the Public Service and
Transportation Committee.
Vehicles
can be reserved by the hour or by the day. The vehicles are parked in
designated spots and can be reserved on Zipcar’s mobile app, online or over the
phone. Each reservation includes gas, insurance and 180 miles of driving per
day.
“The
City of Columbus is committed to exploring mobility options to move residents
and visitors,” said Mayor Andrew J. Ginther. “Zipcar gives people the
flexibility of using a car when they want. We are pleased to have the world’s
leading car-sharing network serve as part of our future.”
Earlier
this year, Councilmember Remy sponsored ordinance 1189-2018 to amend
various administrative and traffic sections of the Columbus City Code. The
legislation clarified car-sharing rules and regulations.
“Car
sharing services are an important parking demand management tool that will
allow greater transportation options for Columbus’ neighborhoods,” said Robert
Ferrin, assistant director of Public Service for Parking Services. “This is a
great step forward in this endeavor.”
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