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From page 33...
... . USAGE PATTERNS AND USER DEMOGRAPHICS Most transit agencies are aware of the number of bicycle parking spaces that are available throughout their systems, but only a small portion of these agencies collect data about how many bicyclists are using bike rack and locker facilities.
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From page 34...
... TransLink (Greater Vancouver, British Columbia) Staffed bicycle parking (bike stations)
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From page 35...
... REACTIONS TO SERVICE FROM DIFFERENT GROUPS Transit agencies report that bicyclists are very positive about bicycle parking at transit stops and stations. Reactions from transit operators, transit agency staff, regular transit riders, and the general public tend to be either neutral or positive.
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From page 36...
... This study considered such factors as existing demand for bicycle parking, rail ridership levels, pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure, bus service, and potential land use development in the area surrounding the station. Although the high-capacity facilities help to meet an increasing demand for biketo-transit services, they are also highly visible facilities that help advertise the rail system to potential bicycle customers.
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From page 37...
... The concept for staffed bicycle parking originated in Europe and Japan, and is a comprehensive approach to providing everything the bicyclist needs in one location. A typical staffed bicycle parking facility can include secure indoor bike parking, a repair shop, bike sales and rentals, car sharing services, changing rooms, route FIGURE 33 Bicycle locker located at light rail stations, parkand-rides, and transit hubs throughout the Denver region.
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... , depending on the site characteristics, size of the facility, and the bicycle services that are offered. Sustaining a bike station typically requires subsidies ranging from $50,000 to $100,000 per year.
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