Scooters blocking the sidewalks, often near restaurant tables that already narrow the available space, is also a frequent problem along West Ponce. Does the city have a policy on placement of these scooters?

I know there are guidelines for restaurant use of sidewalks, for placement of newspaper boxes, and we have designated parking spaces for car-sharing vehicles and larger scooters/motorcycles. The city does charge drivers for street parking and a group of these scooters often takes up as much space as a car. Some cities require permits and charge the vendors for their use of the public space.

This issue was recategorized from Sidewalks to Code Violations.

Decatur Public Works-S Smith assigned this issue to Decatur Public Works- C Hardnett

The City is actively working with Georgia Municipal Association and other municipalities to determine appropriate measures regarding dock-less scooters. Alternative transportation modes are encouraged in the City of Decatur, however scooters that create a physical obstruction to pedestrian traffic are subject to being removed by City staff.

Thanks. We will investigate this request.

This request has been addressed. Thanks.