Update on Denver's Shared Bike and Scooter Program
Karvaski, Cynthia A. - DOTI Marketing and Communications Specialist
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Do you Give a Hoot When you Scoot? DOTI offers tips on how to ride with respect, tests new mandatory parking zone
DENVER – Spring is here, and with the warmer weather, more people are looking to use shared e-bikes and e-scooters as a convenient option to get around the city without a car. Denver’s Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) is preparing for this prime time for riding, celebrating a record-breaking year for its Shared Bike and Scooter Program, sharing public survey results, testing a new mandatory parking zone and promoting safe riding.
Ridership Record Denver’s Shared Bike and Scooter Program, which offers residents and visitors convenient access to e-bikes and e-scooters through a partnership with Lime and Bird, hit an all-time annual high of 6,639,297 rides in 2024, a 27% increase over 2023, eliminating over 2.2 million car trips from Denver streets. Denver’s Shared Bike and Scooter Program is one of the most successful in the nation – logging over 24 million rides and replacing over 8 million car trips since 2018. Below is a graphic showing the growth of shared e-bike and e-scooter trips in Denver over the years.
Scooter Survey Results In preparation for awarding new licensing agreements next year for the Shared Bike and Scooter Program, DOTI conducted a public survey to gain a better understanding of who’s using e-scooters, when and why they ride, what kinds of trips they take, and the factors that encourage e-scooter use. The survey received over 2,500 responses from both riders and non-riders and provided valuable insight into e-scooter use in Denver. The survey found that e-scooters are not only fun to ride, but they are an important and convenient form of transportation replacing car trips. Detailed survey results can be found here.
Ride with Respect DOTI is continuing to evaluate best practices that encourage safe and responsible ridership. The build-out of the City’s bike network is giving e-bike and e-scooter users comfortable and safe places to ride while over 290 parking corrals have been installed to promote organized parking. Also starting this week in partnership with Lime and Bird, DOTI is testing a new Mandatory Parking Zone (MPZ) in the Union Station, Commons Park, and Platte Street neighborhoods (see map below). Riders that end trips in this area will be instructed via the Lime and Bird apps that they can only do so at a parking corral and will be provided nearby corral locations. The goal of the mandatory parking zone is to promote pedestrian safety and keep walkways clear. Test results will help inform how the approach might be used in the future and, if successful, could be expanded to other parts of downtown. Tips on how to scoot safely and with care are being shared by Lime and Bird as well. More information can be found at DenverGov.org/RideWithRespect
To learn more about Denver's Scooter and Bike Share Program, visit our website.
MPZ Parking Corrals
Ride with Respect
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Closure of Stretch of West Alameda Avenue to Create Significant Travel Impacts Denver – BNSF Railway has notified Denver’s Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) of its need to fully close West Alameda Avenue at Navajo Street for rail repairs this week, significantly impacting east/west travel movements at this location.
The full closure of Alameda Avenue at Navajo Street in both directions is anticipated to begin at 6 a.m. this Wednesday morning, May 7, and last until 7 p.m. Friday, May 9.
DOTI strongly urges travelers to avoid exiting Interstate 25 at Alameda Avenue during this period to avoid congestion. Drivers should also note they’ll have severely limited ability to travel west on Alameda Avenue from northbound Santa Fe and should chose an alternate route to travel west.
Alternative east-west routes north of Alameda include 6th and 8th avenues to the north and Mississippi Avenue to the south. Closure shown in green below.
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DOTI Communications
Please see updated closure information below, with Alameda expected to reopen Thursday at 7 p.m. Also providing an updated map showing Lipan St. currently closed north of Alameda for trail improvements.
From: Kuhn, Nancy - DOTI Marketing and Communications Director
Sent: Monday, May 5, 2025 6:04 PM
Subject: Notice of Significant Travel Impacts this week on West Alameda Avenue
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Nancy Kuhn
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Closure of Stretch of West Alameda Avenue to Create Significant Travel Impacts Denver – BNSF Railway has notified Denver’s Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) of its need to fully close West Alameda Avenue at Navajo Street for rail repairs this week, significantly impacting east/west travel movements at this location.
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The full closure of Alameda Avenue at Navajo Street in both directions is anticipated to begin at 6 a.m. this Wednesday morning, May 7, and
last until 7 p.m. Thursday, May 8.
DOTI strongly urges travelers to avoid exiting Interstate 25 at Alameda Avenue during this period to avoid congestion. Drivers should also note they’ll have severely limited ability to travel west on Alameda Avenue from northbound Santa Fe and should choose an alternate route to travel west.
Alternative east-west routes north of Alameda include 6th and 8th avenues to the north and Mississippi Avenue to the south. Closures shown in green below.
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Bryan Wilson
Notice was provided for Alameda being closed on May 7th & May 8th. (See below) Thank you.
However, why wasn't any notice provided for the closure of 7th Ave at Ash?
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJbugqnR6v-/
https://nextdoor.com/p/N4_tW5mr2L34
I don't feel this is an unreasonable request AND this particular route connects students in Congress Park to Hill Campus of Arts and Sciences in the Hilltop neighborhood.
This is why I'm proposing a Resolution to come out of both the DOTI Advisory Board & the Denver INC Transportation Committee for DOTI to be REQUIRED to Connect & Protect Bike infrastructure.
Resolution Proposal: Connected Bike & Transit Infrastructure
Can we PLEASE address this going forward?
The detour requirement won't cost much. It will just take a little effort. In the long-term, we can try to start connecting our bike infrastructure to transit. That same location is a great example of a BAD connection from the 7th Ave Bikeway to the RTD 40 Route bus stops on CO Blvd at 6th.
Thank you in advance for your help prioritizing bike connections to transit in Denver!
Respectfully,
Bryan Wilson
Congress Park for ALL
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East Colfax Bus Rapid Transit Project to Celebrate Milestones on Monday Event features partnership with Historic Denver to support Colfax businesses
DENVER – On Monday, August 4, the East Colfax Avenue Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project will celebrate construction milestones at a block party supporting E. Colfax businesses, as construction crews install the fifth station arch at Fillmore Street at 8 p.m. and a sixth arch at Madison Street later that evening around midnight.
To coincide with the arch installation at Fillmore St., the project will host a viewing and block party at Maria Empanada (2730 E. Colfax Ave) from 7 – 10 p.m. The event will include a live D.J., tango demonstrations and booths for many East Colfax small businesses. The project is partnering with Historic Denver to offer a free, Colfax-themed Trivia Night. Rounds will feature questions about historic Colfax, “wicked” Colfax, bus rapid transit, and businesses populating the iconic avenue. Teams of six are welcome to play. Prizes for the top performers will include free tours from Historic Denver and “Colfax Cash,” gift cards to support small businesses along the corridor.
After the party, viewers are encouraged to visit businesses at Colfax Avenue and Madison Street to view the second arch installation, currently planned for midnight.
The celebration of BRT’s half-dozenth arch installation coincides with another project milestone. Construction has shifted from Phase 1 to Phase 2 between Broadway and Williams streets. Phase 1 construction activities focused on the south side of E. Colfax Ave; Phase 2 shifts operations to the north side of East Colfax Ave. Up-to-date construction information, including activities by cross street throughout the corridor, is available on the project’s construction dashboard. The project is progressing as planned and is on track to meet budget, schedule, safety, disadvantage business enterprise (DBE) participation and small business grant award goals, as outlined on the project dashboard.
In total, thirty-two arches will be installed along the corridor, providing the basis for a canopy and shelter as well as other BRT station features, such as passenger information displays with real-time transit information, enhanced fare collection systems that allow for payment prior to boarding, and level, multi-door boarding that improves accessibility and the speed of the boarding process.
Other Colfax businesses – both new and old – have hosted arch installation viewing parties, including the Tight End Bar (at the future Franklin Station, May 6), Uptown Báhn Mi (Downing Station, June 9), Nob Hill Inn (Pennsylvania Station, June 24) and Bruz Off Fax, Savageau Coffee & Ice Cream and The Learned Lemur (York/Josephine Station, July 14). These events are part of a larger campaign, We Back the Fax, which encourages community members to support small businesses before, during and after construction.
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About Historic Denver For over five decades, Historic Denver has been the leading community-driven voice for historic places in the city. As a 401(c)3, the nonprofit organization conducts urban preservation work in support of Denver’s distinctive buildings and landscapes. Their work includes interpreting the legacy of Margaret “Molly” Brown, educational programs, walking tours, technical assistance to property owners and communities, easements on over 70 of Denver’s most loved buildings, and advocacy for the retention of the places important to its diverse and dynamic communities.
About East Colfax BRT As a key east-west transportation route, East Colfax Avenue is Denver’s busiest transit corridor, carrying nearly 20,000 travelers a day on a 9.9-mile stretch between Denver’s Civic Center Station and Interstate 225 in Aurora. The BRT project will reduce transit travel time along the full stretch by up to 30 minutes and provide reliable access to more than 250,000 jobs and community services along the corridor. BRT will include dedicated, center-running travel lanes in Denver and side-running lanes in Aurora. It will feature an enhanced pedestrian experience with more trees and lighting and improved sidewalk and transit stops. The project is furthering both city and state goals to create more options for people to move safely, equitable and efficiently throughout the Denver Metro Region and beyond. Learn more and sign up for project updates here.
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Solid Waste Collection Schedules Shift for Staff Schedules and Holidays Also, Cart Setout Times are Changing and Don’t Forget to Sign up for Compost!
DENVER – Denver’s Solid Waste Management Division is modifying collection schedules to accommodate upcoming staff schedules and holidays.
Schedule Modifications Denver will not collect compost the week of August 25, as staff works a shortened, 32-hour workweek and takes a furlough day on Friday, August 29. All collections, including compost, will resume the week of September 4 on a one-day delayed schedule, as staff observes Labor Day on Monday, September 4.
The week of November 24, Denver will not collect compost or recycling, as staff works a 24-hour workweek, observing Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 27, and the citywide furlough day on Friday, November 28.
Additionally, Thanksgiving week, Denver is asking ALL customers to set out their trash by 6 a.m. Monday, November 24 and DOTI will collect carts over the course of the 3-day workweek. Residents scheduled to receive Large Item Pickup service the week of November 24 should also set out their items by 6 a.m. Monday morning, November 24, for collection over the course of Monday through Wednesday.
Following Thanksgiving - the week of December 1 - compost collection will resume, and Solid Waste will reset its recycling collection calendar as follows:
Updated collection schedules will display on the city’s website and Trash and Recycling App the week of December 1. Additionally, people can access this schedule change information at www.denvergov.org/trashschedule.
In keeping with staff schedules and the holidays outlined above, the Cherry Creek Recycling Center will be closed August 29 – September 1 and November 27 - December 1.
Earlier Start Time! As part of another modification, it is making, and effectively immediately, DOTI is asking residents to set out their trash, recycling, and compost carts, and large item pickup items, by 6 a.m. instead of 7 a.m. on their scheduled collection day. Equipment operators are starting their day earlier, aiming to be on route earlier to better serve our city’s residents. Setting out carts the night before your collection day is also acceptable.
Now’s a Great Time to Sign up for Compost! Many Denver homeowners are struggling with weeds in their yards and gardens this time of year and those can be placed in your compost cart for easy disposal. Also, leaf season is around the corner and fallen leaves and branches can be placed in your compost cart. No need to bag them any longer! Denver trash customers can sign up for compost service at no additional charge at www.denvergov.org/compost.
The amount of compost that the city has collected has risen significantly since the citywide rollout. Year to date comparisons are as follows:
Year to date through July 2025: 12,986 Year to date through July 2024: 7,969 Year to date through July 2023: 5,965
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Date correction: Labor Day, Monday, September 1
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Cyndi Karvaski
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Solid Waste Collection Schedules Shift for Staff Schedules and Holidays Also, Cart Setout Times are Changing and Don’t Forget to Sign up for Compost!
DENVER – Denver’s Solid Waste Management Division is modifying collection schedules to accommodate upcoming staff schedules and holidays.
Schedule Modifications |
Denver will not collect compost the week of August 25, as staff works a shortened, 32-hour workweek and takes a furlough day on Friday, August 29. All collections, including compost, will resume the week of September 1 on a one-day delayed schedule, as staff observes Labor Day on Monday, September 1. |
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Travel Advisory: Full Closure of Monaco Parkway
DENVER – Denver’s Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) would like the public to be aware that Monaco Parkway will be fully closed in both directions over Cherry Creek (between Florida Avenue and Mississippi Avenue) daily from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday, February 2 through Wednesday, February 4, to install new bridge girders on the western side of the new bridge that will serve as the foundation to build the second half of the new bridge structure over Cherry Creek.
DOTI encourages people to give themselves a little extra time to go around the temporary closure and appreciates the public’s patience.
For more information and detour routes, visit the project’s webpage.
Monaco Parkway Through Traffic Detour:
Monaco Parkway Local Traffic Detours: Northbound Monaco Parkway:
Southbound Monaco Parkway:
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