EasyrideZ LLC

10/19/2024

Channel 12 News update. A huge thanks to Kyle Simchuk for this outstanding coverage.

After the City of Tempe promised a "unique solution" to the confusion over her permit, a business owner says she's been given an ultimatum from the city.

10/16/2024

***TEMPE SCOOTER UPDATE***

We had our meeting with about 10 Tempe City officials yesterday and they gave us their final decision.
The verdict?
EasyrideZ may no longer operate in a mobile fashion as we have been in the City of Tempe for the last few years. According to them, we should never have been allowed to, but when pointed out that the "miscommunications" (false agreements) were on the City side, I was told to be happy for the 3 years I got.

They claim to be providing me 3 "viable options"... yet they have offered no new ideas other than options we've already collectively explored.

Solution # 1: Private property only.
I would need to restrict my business to a set location, which does not fit the on-demand mobility service I've been providing around the City. I have also seen my type of businesses attempt and fail a storefront setup time and again; The bills far outweigh the profits, in my experience. People ride scooters (such as BIRD and Lime) in the parks, they do not seek them out on private property.

Solution #2: I could try to land a concessions contract with the city.
Ok, I said. How do I begin? Well, apparently the city does not currently have any opportunities for contracts, nor do they know of any upcoming in the foreseeable future. I have been informed of this situation in the past, and they reiterated it yesterday.

Solution #3: The SATV Permit, which is not actually an option until I have a fully compliant App with auto locking scooters. Transportation Department is unwilling to issue me a temporary SATV permit while I complete the final stages of the app I've been pouring my earnings into over the past 3 years. With no earnings, I cannot complete development and pay the City's nearly $9,000 permit fee.

I received very little empathy from these officials of Tempe, and no concern for my future. I did have a friend who happens to be an attorney sit in on this meeting to gain a more professional perspective... he agrees that there were actually no options provided at this meeting. I find this interesting, considering the city said in their response to Channel 12 News that they would work on a "unique permitting solution" for my company.

I believe it is time to confront the city of Tempe on legal grounds. Suggestions welcome.

09/23/2024

City of Tempe just reached out to me in regards to having a 8-10 person meeting about my business. However, the soonest available meeting date is 3 weeks out, and the meeting is simply to "discuss my options" 🤔😳

09/21/2024

We'll be meeting people around the Mesa Riverview area tonight. Look for our lights or call to join the fun!

09/20/2024

Here it is, guys. Huge shoutout to Kyle Simchuk with 12News for this outstanding coverage 👏🙌 💙💙💙

https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/tempe-scooter-rental-company-tempe-beach-park/75-49d89f94-76d3-4283-a9b7-e5ba6c2ff754?fbclid=IwY2xjawFZqJRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHWey7SUp9vNbYmISSJAXFpOiDxktdakcWYsaiT6bdFnNGtfhT7rp48CYkQ_aem_c8fd7vxJvAUu5CX7AGnqNg

Park rangers told Lauren "Ari" Boyce-Jones to pack up the business she built her life around. The city told 12News it will work with her, but hasn't reached out yet.

09/15/2024

Hi guys! I'm a small business owner in Tempe. My company EasyrideZ LLC has provided mobility scooters both for practical purposes and entertainment over the last 3yrs. Our products are most often enjoyed in public areas such as in parks and along city streets. If you visit Tempe Beach Park on the weekends, you may have spotted our little 4-wheel RideZ and LED-lit pickup truck. We cater to the existing "scooter crowd" that has formed in our community since the arrival of rental E-scooters, simply offering another option for people who have kids, are disabled, or just prefer a safer seated experience.

If you are still reading, please click this link to my petition for more details. I need your support in order to continue publicly operating! Thank you for your time.

Allow Local Family Owned EasyrideZ Scooter Rentals to Continue Operating in Public Spaces

09/04/2024

EasyrideZ Rental Demo

08/30/2024

Family weekend!!! We will NOT be available for RideZ... sorry for any inconvenience!

08/19/2024

On Call for the evening, guys! (480)401-4016 or hit us up here when you need scooties!

08/18/2024

Out around Mesa Riverview, folks!!! Look for our lights 😉