While popular downtown, the devices are nearly impossible to find east of the Anacostia River. She’s seen the scooters downtown and elsewhere, but no where near her home or where she shops in Anacostia. And it wasn’t until a year ago that the District’s subsidized Capital Bikeshare program deployed a sizable fleet of bikes east of the river. Some residents say it’s a blessing that the scooters and dockless bikes haven’t taken over their sidewalks. Companies say they are doing their part by building partnerships in underserved communities and offering reduced rates.

Source: Washington Post December 15, 2018 21:56 UTC