I’ve seen these all over, and I wondered about what they are. This is an awesome idea and I’m going to be using them the next time I go to Ybor so I don’t have to worry about parking costs or potential legal issues from drunk driving.
Story from St. Petersburg Times:
http://www.tampabay.com/news/localgovernment/article989786.ece
TAMPA — The little electric cart zips up to the curb of the Channelside entertainment complex.
Three clubgoers run up, and ask the driver: “Can you take us to the Embassy Suites?”
“Next stop, Embassy Suites,” he replies as they climb in.
A breezy few blocks later, the three step out and hand over no fare, just a $5 tip. Downtown boosters say the free rides are a welcome addition, helping turn the neighborhood into a place to live, work and play without needing a car for short trips.
“It improves the experience of downtown,” said Christine Burdick, president of the Tampa Downtown Partnership.
Read the Whole Story from St. Petersburg Times:
http://www.tampabay.com/news/localgovernment/article989786.ece
Related Listing
-
Free Latin Rhythms dance class at Patel Conservatory
For those interested in learning Latin Dance, there's a free class for adults opening up at the ...