Micromobility in Grand Junction
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About Shared Micromobility in Grand Junction
As of March 2025, the Shared Micromobility Pilot has concluded in favor of an enduring permitting program, as supported unanimously by City Council during the February 19, 2025, public hearing. This evolution is informed by almost two years of pilot study, during which staff met regularly with Shared Micromobility operators, other stakeholders, and the general public.
The most significant change being pursued is an expansion and consolidation of the Mandatory Parking Zones (MPZs) which covered the downtown business district, Riverfront corridor, Lincoln Park, Colorado Mesa University, and Sherwood Park throughout the pilot. This is expected to deliver three main benefits for the riders and non-riders alike:
- Reduced blocking of sidewalks or driveways. As riders will be required to end their trips in a designated corral, there will no longer be "free-floating" parking in the areas covered by the Mandatory Parking Zone. Scooters parked on sidewalks in the residential areas adjacent to downtown comprised the most frequent type of complaint received during the pilot.
- Reduced visual clutter. Many residents expressed distaste of the visual clutter resulting from scooters being distributed broadly in the community. Similar to the benefit above, consolidating the parking into designated corrals is expected to lessen the impact of any negative visual perception to the community.
- Improved reliability and intuitive operation. Rider operations will be simplified by allowing more trips to be completed entirely within the MPZ, allowing riders to more reliably know where equipment can be found and no longer expecting riders to come and go between different zones.
To support the expanded MPZs, additional parking corrals will be established through the expansion areas. Signs are being posted in February to designate where corrals are proposed, and any concerns or feedback can be expressed through the Parking Concerns survey.
Have a concern or issue with a scooter?
Please contact the operator via its app or the contact information here:
| Vendor Contact | Lime |
|---|---|
| Phone: | 1-888-LIME-345 |
| Email: | support@li.me |
| Website: | www.li.me |
About Shared Micromobility in Grand Junction
As of March 2025, the Shared Micromobility Pilot has concluded in favor of an enduring permitting program, as supported unanimously by City Council during the February 19, 2025, public hearing. This evolution is informed by almost two years of pilot study, during which staff met regularly with Shared Micromobility operators, other stakeholders, and the general public.
The most significant change being pursued is an expansion and consolidation of the Mandatory Parking Zones (MPZs) which covered the downtown business district, Riverfront corridor, Lincoln Park, Colorado Mesa University, and Sherwood Park throughout the pilot. This is expected to deliver three main benefits for the riders and non-riders alike:
- Reduced blocking of sidewalks or driveways. As riders will be required to end their trips in a designated corral, there will no longer be "free-floating" parking in the areas covered by the Mandatory Parking Zone. Scooters parked on sidewalks in the residential areas adjacent to downtown comprised the most frequent type of complaint received during the pilot.
- Reduced visual clutter. Many residents expressed distaste of the visual clutter resulting from scooters being distributed broadly in the community. Similar to the benefit above, consolidating the parking into designated corrals is expected to lessen the impact of any negative visual perception to the community.
- Improved reliability and intuitive operation. Rider operations will be simplified by allowing more trips to be completed entirely within the MPZ, allowing riders to more reliably know where equipment can be found and no longer expecting riders to come and go between different zones.
To support the expanded MPZs, additional parking corrals will be established through the expansion areas. Signs are being posted in February to designate where corrals are proposed, and any concerns or feedback can be expressed through the Parking Concerns survey.
Have a concern or issue with a scooter?
Please contact the operator via its app or the contact information here:
| Vendor Contact | Lime |
|---|---|
| Phone: | 1-888-LIME-345 |
| Email: | support@li.me |
| Website: | www.li.me |
Which destinations outside of the existing pilot would be of interest?
Outside of the existing pilot area, where would you like to be able to use/ride an e-scooter?
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Proposal at dangerous intersection exhibits complete lack of comprehension
by cynthiamalleck, about 1 year agoIn regards to cone and sign at intersection of 14th and White: It's a very bitter pill to swallow for someone who has expressed concern to get something done to improve this INCREDIBLY DANGEROUS INTERSECTION.
The mere fact that the cone and sign went up is another indication that there is a complete lack of comprehension on the part of the transportation plan organizers on how dangerous this intersection is along with the dangerous crosswalk.
Any additional complexities such as a parking spot for micro mobility to the transportation system at the intersection of 14th and White is
Just. Completely... Continue readingIn regards to cone and sign at intersection of 14th and White: It's a very bitter pill to swallow for someone who has expressed concern to get something done to improve this INCREDIBLY DANGEROUS INTERSECTION.
The mere fact that the cone and sign went up is another indication that there is a complete lack of comprehension on the part of the transportation plan organizers on how dangerous this intersection is along with the dangerous crosswalk.
Any additional complexities such as a parking spot for micro mobility to the transportation system at the intersection of 14th and White is
Just. Completely. Crazy.
There have been multiple wrecks here including a recent rollover accident. Yes, a ROLLOVER accident. The speed limit is 30 MPH. They took out the crosswalk sign and a tree at my neighbors house. You take your life into your own hands most times you use the crosswalk (which I did all the time to get to Lincoln Park with my dog from White Ave). Most drivers go above the speed limit. Many well above the speed limit. The viewshed from the crosswalk looking to the east is limited due to the fact that Grand takes a swerve and cars come careening down from the east and don't see people. ETC ETC ETC
I've written numerous emails more lengthy than this with many more details, and my my neighbors too, to have something done to mitigate the danger, including anything to slow down cars and blinking lights with the buttons. I have requested to be on the contact list for East Grand Ave. danger mitigation (East Gunnison too including Lincoln Park) and have not been contacted. There have been no group emails. No newsletters. No updates.
I have been generally supportive of the micro mobility project. I would never use one due to the danger (I think they should be required to wear helmets, I work with Traumatic Brain Injury patients) and I use my bike downtown. But now I am hesitant to support it until the City planners become more organized, respond to my emails and my neighbors emails and concerns, start an East Grand Ave and East Gunnison Ave safety mitigation plan and make an effort to communicate with all of us who are trying to communicate to the City about this.And above all else, all of those in Engage GJ need to comprehend that we have a huge problem here and someone is going to get killed one of these days and adding a scooter parking zone here is an absolutely a dangerous idea for riders and quite frankly, the least of our priorities for transportation at this intersection.
This lengthy letter is written with respect to all of the pedestrians and cyclists who have been killed or injured in Mesa county by vehicles.
Sincerely,
Cynthia and Luna
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by Anita, about 1 year ago
Please avoid placing scooters on sidewalks. This is at the corner of 28 Road and Hawthorne Ave. This is a full charged scooter so I doubt it was left by a rider in our neighborhood. The average age of homeowners on Hawthorne Ave exceeds 70+ years of age and we have a large number of walkers. These scooters are too heavy for some to move and forces our walkers to step into the roadway to go around them. Please find another place to drop off full charged scooters. 2 are still sitting on each corner having not been touched in... Continue reading
Please avoid placing scooters on sidewalks. This is at the corner of 28 Road and Hawthorne Ave. This is a full charged scooter so I doubt it was left by a rider in our neighborhood. The average age of homeowners on Hawthorne Ave exceeds 70+ years of age and we have a large number of walkers. These scooters are too heavy for some to move and forces our walkers to step into the roadway to go around them. Please find another place to drop off full charged scooters. 2 are still sitting on each corner having not been touched in nearly a week.
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by Hill, about 1 year ago7th and Belford in front of the Fidelity building is best for a scooter drop off. Lots of light (safety), close to college, very few houses on that corner.
The houses on Hill Ave are multi family. Many houses don’t have off street parking. Hill Avenue homes between 7th and 8th use all the on street parking available.
7th and Belford in front of the Fidelity building is best for a scooter drop off. Lots of light (safety), close to college, very few houses on that corner.
The houses on Hill Ave are multi family. Many houses don’t have off street parking. Hill Avenue homes between 7th and 8th use all the on street parking available.
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No to 8th & Grand
by Elisatrout, about 1 year agoHELL NO. There’s a cone directly in front of my usual parking space now which is forcing me to parallel park everyday now. I moved it. Please leave these streets where people live and park alone. we already barely fit everyone who lives here on the street.I don’t want that directly in front of my house and I don’t want to hear people parking their scooters drunk and talking at 3am. I already hear them wizzing by my window at night. Haven’t you done enough with 4th and 5th street?? Leave us alone!!HELL NO. There’s a cone directly in front of my usual parking space now which is forcing me to parallel park everyday now. I moved it. Please leave these streets where people live and park alone. we already barely fit everyone who lives here on the street.I don’t want that directly in front of my house and I don’t want to hear people parking their scooters drunk and talking at 3am. I already hear them wizzing by my window at night. Haven’t you done enough with 4th and 5th street?? Leave us alone!! -
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No on seventh and Hill street
by GranDjct!, about 1 year agoNo! On the corner of seventh street is not a good place for parking e-scooters, etc. There are homeowners/renters that do not have garages or driveways there & it's a daily struggle just to park our vehicles or have a guest to park. I see many e-scooters strewn about in our residential areas as it is & some are parked or just left on the ground in a car parking spot.No! On the corner of seventh street is not a good place for parking e-scooters, etc. There are homeowners/renters that do not have garages or driveways there & it's a daily struggle just to park our vehicles or have a guest to park. I see many e-scooters strewn about in our residential areas as it is & some are parked or just left on the ground in a car parking spot. -
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by scott, about 1 year agoI live on 14th and White and you guys just put a cone with a sign in it that you want to put that junk in front of my house, I do not want it. My neighbors do not want it and if I see it in front of my house, I will get rid of it.I live on 14th and White and you guys just put a cone with a sign in it that you want to put that junk in front of my house, I do not want it. My neighbors do not want it and if I see it in front of my house, I will get rid of it. -
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by scott, about 1 year agoYou guys just put a cone in a sign on 14th and white in Grand Junction hell no I don’t want no crap in front of my house or my neighbors house. My neighbors don’t want that crap either those scooters are menace to society and if I see one parked in my front of my house or on the corner in my neighborhood, I will throw it in the back of my truck and throw it in the river so noYou guys just put a cone in a sign on 14th and white in Grand Junction hell no I don’t want no crap in front of my house or my neighbors house. My neighbors don’t want that crap either those scooters are menace to society and if I see one parked in my front of my house or on the corner in my neighborhood, I will throw it in the back of my truck and throw it in the river so no -
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City cares more about looking “green” than the actual residents
by Arryn, almost 2 years agoThe people who freelancers/vendors who charge and distribute scooters are disrespectful. They intentionally put it in yards without permission, or directly in the middle of the sidewalk. Pedestrians, just to use the sidewalk, are having to move them because they are blocking access. Glad to know the city cares more about the appearance of alternative transportation options and the disrespectful “entrepreneurs” who litter these in peoples yards than the citizens this program inevitably disrespects. Reporting unwanted/littered scooters to the app doesn’t do anything, even if the link actually works long enough to submit.The people who freelancers/vendors who charge and distribute scooters are disrespectful. They intentionally put it in yards without permission, or directly in the middle of the sidewalk. Pedestrians, just to use the sidewalk, are having to move them because they are blocking access. Glad to know the city cares more about the appearance of alternative transportation options and the disrespectful “entrepreneurs” who litter these in peoples yards than the citizens this program inevitably disrespects. Reporting unwanted/littered scooters to the app doesn’t do anything, even if the link actually works long enough to submit. -
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by redhouselady, almost 2 years agoI live on a major downtown street that has lined bike lanes in both directions which are rarely used by the scooters. Instead they come flying down the sidewalks rarely looking anywhere but straight ahead and often with earbuds blocking anyone even trying to say something to them. It is terrifying for an elderly resident who uses a walking stick to try and do yard work in their front yard or on parkway because they are suddenly just upon you as you backup or turn around as there is no noise to warn one. I've had several scooters just dumped... Continue readingI live on a major downtown street that has lined bike lanes in both directions which are rarely used by the scooters. Instead they come flying down the sidewalks rarely looking anywhere but straight ahead and often with earbuds blocking anyone even trying to say something to them. It is terrifying for an elderly resident who uses a walking stick to try and do yard work in their front yard or on parkway because they are suddenly just upon you as you backup or turn around as there is no noise to warn one. I've had several scooters just dumped in my yard or walk to my door and twice have had my doorbell rung to see a scooter dumped in walk and teen running off laughing so these are used to prank innocent homeowners. These scooters are very heavy to pick up and move which is a health threat to the homeowner and if and when someone shows up after calling the company they have argued with me about setting it up and wanting to leave in front of my house to wait for someone who might want to ride it like I have no rights for safety. Get these horrible things out of what used to be valued historic and well cared for neighborhoods which are paying significant taxes for homes they have improved. -
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by NaKo, about 2 years agoI live in the downtown area and absolutely hate the scooter program. Please terminate it.
It's not uncommon to wake up to a nice weekend morning with a pile of scooters littered about in front of my downtown residence. It's a trashy look and I don't want that as my morning view. They have even been left in my yard. It's just a generally trashy look for the entire downtown area and surrounding neighborhoods.
Additionally, the users often do not have any respect for traffic laws or pedestrians. As someone who drives and walks a lot in the downtown region... Continue readingI live in the downtown area and absolutely hate the scooter program. Please terminate it.
It's not uncommon to wake up to a nice weekend morning with a pile of scooters littered about in front of my downtown residence. It's a trashy look and I don't want that as my morning view. They have even been left in my yard. It's just a generally trashy look for the entire downtown area and surrounding neighborhoods.
Additionally, the users often do not have any respect for traffic laws or pedestrians. As someone who drives and walks a lot in the downtown region, I have had several close calls with scooters on sidewalks, blowing stops signs or just generally acting like idiots with no respect for others.
I do not support this program and cannot wait to see its end.
Who's Listening
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Mobility Planner
Email micromobility@gjcity.org
Lifecycle
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Community Listening Sessions
Micromobility in Grand Junction has finished this stageJune 2022 - July 2022
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City Council Public Hearing
Micromobility in Grand Junction has finished this stageJuly 2022
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Request for Proposals (RFP) Opens
Micromobility in Grand Junction has finished this stageAugust 2022
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Request for Proposals (RFP) Closed
Micromobility in Grand Junction has finished this stageSeptember 2022
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Operation of Pilot Program
Micromobility in Grand Junction has finished this stageThe 18-month pilot program launched on May 16, 2023!
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Permit process finalized
Micromobility in Grand Junction is currently at this stageMarch 2025