A popular bike and scooter sharing service is continuing for at least another year in Syracuse. After months of delaying a vote, common councilors Tuesday approved a contract extension with VeoRide.
Veo has seen steady growth in ridership since it first came to Syracuse in the fall of 2021. Last year alone, it reported about a half million rides on more than 1,000 bikes and scooters. Deputy Commissioner of Neighborhood and business development Eric Ennis said Veo has been very receptive to the council’s concerns, including a focus on equity.
“Opportunity zones will actually have a reduced discounted fare for bikes and scooter rides that will start in these locations,” Ennis said. “In addition to that, there is going to be a greater emphasis on making sure people are registering and participating in the access program or in that equity program.”…