City of Hillsboro, OR

03/28/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/28/2024 15:09

Free e-bike, Bike Gear Available to 25 Hillsboro Residents

Up to 25 Hillsboro residents who meet eligibility requirements will receive a free e-bike, bike gear, bike tune ups, repairs, trainings, and more.

The Ride2Own e-bike program organized by The Street Trust supports e-bike ownership for people who don't already have easy access or comfortability with e-biking. The program aligns with the City of Hillsboro's prioritization of Environmental Sustainability to enhance alternative transportation, improve air quality, and reduce carbon emissions.

Selected participants will receive:

  • A free e-bike
  • Free bike gear essentials
  • Free bike tune ups, repair, and part replacement
  • Free bike trainings and support services
  • Opportunities to attend free community biking events
  • Free membership to The Street Trust

Program Eligibility

People of color, women, and those who meet income qualifications are strongly encourage to apply.

To be eligible, participants must:

  • be at least 18 years old
  • live in Hillsboro or other designated communities
  • commit to participate in the program and ride their bike regularly for one year
  • meet income qualifications of 100% or less of Oregon's State Median Income

Full details and an application are at Ride2Own.org

Active Transportation Challenge

Cyclists can also participate in the upcoming Active Transportation Challenge in May - and win prizes.

Hosted by Hillsboro 2035 Community Plan partner Westside Transportation Alliance, in conjunction with Get There Oregon, the month-long contest is open to all residents of Washington County who bike, walk, scooter, or roll.

Register on the Get There Oregon website. Prizes will be awarded at the end of the contest.