Coord, a New York-based mobility data company, is taking applications for a new, free pilot program to help public agencies address specific curbside management issues.
The startup today announced the launch of Coord’s Digital Curb Challenge, open to agencies in North America that have regulatory authority over the use of streets — not only cities but also airports, entertainment venues and universities. Coord’s website for the program says applications are due Feb. 14 and require an explanation of these things: what curb space challenges the agency faces, what solutions or focus areas the agency is interested in, what work has already been done to manage curb space, and which stakeholders would support a new curb space management program.
As examples of what kinds of projects a city might pursue, the news release mentions creating “smart” commercial loading zones that could reduce congestion by letting fleet drivers book space in advance using the Coord Driver app. Other examples include special passenger loading zones to manage demands of ride-hail services, or automatic price-changing on parking meters. Coord is open to other proposals, but the pilot program aims to help public agencies use data and analytics to make their streets and sidewalks more safe, accessible or efficient.
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