By Associated Press | Thursday, April 21, 2011 | http://www.blogger.com/ | Local Coverage
BOSTON - Boston is joining other major cities including Washington and Paris by starting a bike sharing program that will allow residents and visitors to rent bicycles for short trips in and around the city.
Officials say the system is scheduled to open in July with 600 bicycles stationed at 61 kiosks around the city. The goal is have as many as 5,000 bikes at 300 kiosks.
The Boston Globe reports that Mayor Thomas Menino is scheduled to sign a three-year, nearly $6 million contract Thursday with Alta Bicycle Share to build and operate the system, called Hubway.
The program’s startup costs are being financed by grants and donations, while corporate sponsorships and revenue from riders will cover annual operating expenses.
Memberships will range from $5 for a day to $85 annually.
We need to get one of these going here in L.A. and soon! Anything to get us Angelinos out and getting in shape while conserving energy is a great thing to do! Happy Earth Day 2011!
MARS
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