Act now: Keep Scooters in Queens
The Queens shared scooter program is at risk of being stopped.
Since the launch of Queens’ shared scooter program this summer, tens of thousands of riders are using scooters as an affordable, sustainable way to get around. Meanwhile, Veo, Lime, Bird, and the NYC DOT are working together to make staffing and infrastructure investments from Flushing to Jamaica and expand parking corrals to keep the program organized.
We need your help to show how important this service is to your community. Contact your council members today to ensure they understand the value this program brings to you and your community in Queens.
Sign the Letter to Keep Scooters in Queens
Why Queens Residents Have Signed the Letter:
“These shared scooters have become an invaluable part of my life since its launch. We live in a transportation desert, so these Veo scooters are instantly enabled mobility and allow me to connect to the rest of the city cheaply and quickly. It makes living in Southside Jamaica much more appealing, even as a lifelong resident.”
“They’re a huge help with getting to work, getting groceries, and just generally enjoying the neighborhood. Dare I say, I need them.“
“When I need a quick ride there’s always one available.”
“It’s been a great addition to the neighborhood, very convenient. Saves a lot of time when I’m in a rush. I hope we can keep them cause they are awesome !!!”
“I use the scooter to get to college. I do not yet have a car, so its quick and easy to get me from and to the lab and my other classes.”
“Scooters are the most helpful form of transportation, save 15 mins of my bus journeys everyday.”
“Veo is great and has significantly reduced my car usage and my commute time to the city. I ride it from my house in Jamaica to the LIRR and back everyday with no problems.”
“Veo has helped me catch a bus I wouldn’t have caught a few times.”
“Muy buena y muy económica.”
“Scooters have helped me get home safer and faster which saved me a lot of time.”
“Veo is very convenient to me when the busses are not running.”
“Veo makes the simple things easier than using a car/walking — it’s the perfect in between.”
“Scooters make it easier to get to work.”
“Really great way to get to my work. Cheaper than Uber. Reduce traffic congestion.”
“Great help when having knee issues or when I have to be home fast.”
“Great addition to the community really helps get from one place to the other without traffic.”
“Veo has definitely made it more affordable, and fun to travel around the city with friends and family.”
“Veo has added a lot of convenience to getting around.”
“I love it — I run a lot of errands and get places quicker and feel independent.”
“Veo has brought convenience when I need to do laundry.”
“There for me when the bus are delayed over 30+ minutes.”
“I take it to work and it’s close to my house. I can get to my kids faster instead of waiting for the crowded bus.”
“Veo makes my commute easy.”
“Veo has made local travel very convenient with no wait time — just scan and ride.”
“Veo helps me get places faster and it’s a fun experience to ride.”
“I use it all the time to and from work. It’s super convenient, it’s the best thing that’s happened to queens/flushing area.”
“Honestly Veo made it simpler to travel to my destination most of the time.”
“Veo has made going around queens easier.”
“It’s a affordable way to get around Queens fast and efficiently.”
“Veo makes it a little bit easier to travel home from work affordably.”
“Veo makes it easier to get around when in a rush.”
“Veo has made getting around much easier and has given me the opportunity to have a form of transportation.”
“Veo gives me independence when it came to travel.”
“Public transportation isn’t the best in some parts of queens and this is a great alternative.”
“It’s helped me commute to work and back. Same with getting to school and back.”
“It’s such a better way to travel for those who don’t have a car or can’t afford one. It’s also earth friendly.”
“It’s a great program and the borough can really use it.”
“Veo makes getting from and to places very easy.”
“Veo has provided a convenient and affordable way to get to and from work.”
“Veo has saved me lots of time.”
“Veo makes lunch breaks better.”
“I enjoy riding the scooters and they help me get to work on time.”
“Veo has made my life fun and easier.”
“I love having access to last mile services in Queens.”
“These scooters are a great way to provide access to transportation in neighborhoods like mine that dont have any trains.”
“It’s truly a necessity for me. For years we have seen [bikeshare investments] in other communities. This is the first time I have been able to use this service and it enhances my life in Queens.”
“Knowing I’m using a sustainable mode of transport makes every ride feel rewarding.”