Abandoned skates still being transported in Gelenjik
In the sun-kissed city of Gelendzhik, located along the picturesque Black Sea coast of Russia, a significant change has been taking place. The city's Mayor, Alexei Bogodistov, has been overseeing an initiative to ensure the safety of tourists and residents by implementing a ban on electric scooters in certain areas.
The ban, announced on July 17th through the Mayor's Telegram channel, was a response to growing concerns about the reckless use of scooters on pedestrian-only zones, particularly the embankment. Yug Times reported that the ban was made to reduce accidents and conflicts between scooter riders and pedestrians.
Local authorities have been working tirelessly to remove abandoned scooters from the embankment, with a total of 2400 units now stored in a warehouse. The Mayor has stated that most residents support this initiative, although some scooter users and tourists have expressed concerns about limited mobility options.
Since the ban, there has been a noticeable decrease in pedestrian injuries related to scooter accidents in the restricted areas. Pedestrians feel safer walking on sidewalks without the hazard of fast-moving scooters. However, some residents are reportedly ignoring the rules, leading to fines of 800 rubles being imposed by traffic police officers.
The embankment, designated exclusively for pedestrians, has seen a significant improvement in safety since the ban. Prior to the ban, 54 people had sought treatment at the emergency room due to injuries from using scooters. The ongoing effort to maintain order on the embankment will continue.
For those seeking more detailed or updated information, checking local Gelendzhik government releases or news sources will be helpful. The city's commitment to pedestrian safety and its efforts to balance mobility options with public safety are worth keeping an eye on.
Finance-conscious Mayor Alexei Bogodistov has set his sights on the industry of transportation in Gelendzhik, focusing on the safety concerns of both finance and pedestrians, particularly along the embankment. Since the ban on electric scooters in certain areas, a significant reduction in pedestrian injuries and conflicts has occurred, offering a glimmer of hope for a safer city.
