Bikeshare Pilot Program

Background (Pilot Ended Oct 2018)

Starting on July 16, 2018, the City of Mercer Island launched a 3-month free-floating bikeshare pilot program intended to provide new mobility options for residents commuting to and from the Park & Ride (8000 N Mercer Way), as well as other users who may wish to conduct errands or travel around the Island car-free, as a supplement to local public transit options. After the 3-month pilot, bikes were generally available for another year. [NOTE: Although this pilot has now ended, LimeBike continues to operate in the region.]

For three months, the City and bikeshare provider LimeBike offered a fleet of 25-35 electric-assist rental bicycles available to any rider. Bicycles were restocked at key locations (“hubs”) daily, but could be ridden anywhere, and parked at any legal, public location. Click here for a 2-page program flyer. 

This program was offered in addition to the City’s rideshare pilot program (with Lyft and Uber) as another way to help reduce Single Occupant Vehicle (SOV) usage, decrease congestion, and improve mobility options. 

The Details

• Started July 16, 2018 (Pilot ended Oct 17, 2018)
• All bikes in the pilot are electric-assist models that are easier to pedal and ride uphill
• Bikes are available 24 hours/day, 7 days/week
• Bikes will be restocked daily at hubs around Mercer Island 

Cost

• Normal LimeBike E-Bike rates apply: $1 to unlock, then 15cents/minute to ride

How To Try It

1. Download the LimeBike app and set up an account
2. Look for an available bike on the map
3. Scan or enter the bike’s plate number to unlock
4. Ride and enjoy! (we recommend you strap on a helmet)
5. Responsibly park bike in a legal, public location
6. Lock the bike’s back wheel and sign out of the app

Contact Information

For LimeBike support or bike parking complaints: 1-888-546-3345 or support@LimeBike.com
For general comments, contact: Sustainability@mercerisland.gov