San Antonio’s new electric bike program is transforming transportation options for residents with mobility challenges.
WATCH: San Antonio mayoral candidates Gina Ortiz Jones, Rolando Pablos face off in KSAT’s live televised debate Read full article: WATCH: San Antonio mayoral candidates Gina Ortiz Jones, Rolando Pablos face off in KSAT’s live televised debateMotorcyclist killed after crash on Interstate 35 in Schertz, police sayMicrosoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows: Lifetime Licenseto eligible participants, has already begun distributing e-bikes to 244 San Antonio residents through a partnership with Pedal Guerrero Bike Store on the city’s Northwest Side.
For Green, the e-bike represents more than just transportation.The low-income E-Bike Voucher Program aims to improve sustainability and accessibility in transportation across San Antonio. The initiative will distribute vouchers to 244 qualified residents, covering almost the entire cost of an electric bicycle.The program requires participants to complete a free street skills course before redeeming their voucher to ensure rider safety. “The course helps get people more confident in the rules of the road, as well as best tips and best practices for cycling,” Matthew, a program coordinator, said. The safety training addresses critical concerns, as recent data from People Powered Movement shows the most common causes of intersection crashes in San Antonio during 2021 included:“I learned more about the signals,” Esmeralda said. “I received information on the app, so I know which routes to take.” The program currently operates as a pilot initiative, with potential for expansion based on community needs and success metrics. All 244 initial voucher recipients have been notified, marking a significant milestone in San Antonio’s efforts to provide sustainable transportation alternatives.Zaria Oates is a news reporter for KSAT 12. She joined in June 2024 from Memphis, where she worked at ABC24. Oates graduated from Clemens High School in Schertz and earned a journalism degree from the University of Oklahoma. She's passionate about learning, traveling and storytelling.Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows: Lifetime License
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