Abstract:
Purpose – This study aims to support the integration of micromobility systems such as shared bicycles and
e-scooters into underserved communities by developing a systematic evaluation tool to assess infrastructure
readiness and safety around transit stops.
Design/methodology/approach – A three-phase, mixed-methods framework was applied. A GIS-based
analysis identified low-income neighborhoods with limited access to vehicles. A strategic bus stop in an
underserved area was selected, and a surrounding buffer zone was assessed using the newly developed
Micromobility Infrastructure Score Sheet (MISS). This tool evaluated physical infrastructure, including offstreet and on-street facilities, crosswalks and bus stop amenities. Additionally, crash data from the Texas Crash
Records Information System was analyzed to identify pedestrian and cyclist safety risks.
Findings – The MISS-safety analysis framework effectively synthesized infrastructure and safety data,
highlighting specific gaps around the selected bus stop. These findings informed a preliminary micromobility
system design tailored to the needs of the transit-dependent neighborhood.
Research limitations/implications – The MISS tool, while systematically developed, has not yet been
validated against micromobility user experience data. Its scoring rubrics may need refinement based on realworld usage patterns and rider feedback.
Originality/value – The research has demonstrated a novel MISS-safety analysis framework that is transferable
and integrates safety and infrastructure data to perform transit access analysis. This study extends existing
micromobility planning approaches and offers a data-driven method that addresses infrastructure gaps to enhance
multimodal connectivity in transit-dependent neighborhoods- an area not extensively examined in current literature.
Moreover, the framework’s structured scoring approach makes it highly suitable for adoption by city planners and
transportation practitioners seeking to assess and prioritize micromobility infrastructure around transit stops.
See publication:
https://doi.org/10.1108/JTAS-07-2025-0043This publication pertains to:
Learning and EngagementPublication Authors:
- Saima Zaheen
- Kiana Haghjoo
- Adeeba Raheem
- Ruey Long Cheu