City schedules ribbon cutting for first bike-share program
After a successful installation of Santa Clarita’s first bike-share program, the city has announced a ribbon-cutting scheduled for Jan. 31.
“We are happy to celebrate this new city amenity that is already being utilized by our residents,” Mayor Marsha McLean said in a prepared statement. “The new bike share program is an excellent way to enjoy our miles of trails, make last-mile connections and get around town in a green and healthy way.”
Pace bikes launched as a pilot program with bike-share company Zagster in December. A total of 12 outdoor stations and 50 bikes are located throughout the city, including at locations such as Valencia Heritage Park, Santa Clarita Metrolink Station, Iron Horse Trailhead and the Old Town Newhall Library.
Users can check out a “lock-to” dockless bike for $1 per 30 minutes and ride it around town by using the Pace app, which is available as a free download for both iOS and Android devices.
Pace bike racks and on-board locks help avoid clutter on streets, which has proven to be an issue with other micromobility programs. The bikes’ lockto feature appealed to the city of Santa Clarita as it aims to avoid clutter and enforces responsibility, according to
Zagster officials.
The program also “enables riders to view Santa Clarita from a new perspective, while utilizing green transportation alternatives,” the city said in a news release Thursday. “City staff continues to develop programs that boost tourism activities and enhance recreation and transportation opportunities for residents.”
The ribbon-cutting, free and open to the public, is scheduled to take place at 10 a.m. at the Iron Horse Trailhead. To learn more about the Pace Bike Share Program, visit RidePace.com or contact Evan Thomason, economic development associate, at 661-286-4167.