Source: City of Broken Arrow
This Machine, a Tulsa-based nonprofit, will launch its bike share service in Broken Arrow in the summer of 2022.
During its meeting on March 1, City Council approved an operations agreement for a pilot program with This Machine.
The rental bikes will be fully integrated with the organization’s mobile app, seamlessly connecting residents and visitors with bike share. This Machine bikes are electric pedal assist and provide recreation and transportation to connect the community through cycling. This Machine launched bike share in Tulsa in 2018 and has more than 200 bikes in operation currently.
“This Machine is thrilled to bring bike share to Broken Arrow,” said This Machine Executive Director, Katie Sawicki. “Broken Arrow has such a lovely Main Street with bike friendly streets and beautiful trails and parks. We are excited to partner with Broken Arrow to connect residents and visitors to bike share for fitness and fun.”
Approximately 40 bikes will be available for use with eight bike rack stations positioned around the Rose District. The pilot program will begin in the downtown area with plans to expand to other parts of the city in 2023.
“We are truly excited about This Machine bikes coming to BA,” said Broken Arrow Mayor Debra Wimpee. “Improving connectivity in our city is a priority, and This Machine provides an opportunity for our citizens and visitors to enjoy exploring all that Broken Arrow has to offer in a way that promotes sustainability, as well as a healthy lifestyle, within our community. Let’s ride!”
It costs $2 to unlock a bike and ride for 10 minutes. Additional time thereafter costs 15 cents per minute. To learn more about pricing and how to operate the mobile app, go to the This Machine website.
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