The Citi Biki valet service at Hoboken Terminal returns on May 6th after adding 24 docks, which officials announced back in August.
By John Heinis/Hudson County View
Through the program, valet staff will ensure the availability of dock space and bikes at the Hoboken Terminal - River Street docking station on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The valet service is free for all Citi Bike riders.
The docking station is located on River Street between Hudson Place and Newark Street.
“The return of the valet service will ensure that anyone who uses Citi Bike to get to and from Hoboken Terminal during the morning rush hour does not have to worry about docking availability,” Mayor Ravi Bhalla said in a statement.
“It’s the latest way we are committed to strengthening our sustainable transportation options for residents and visitors. Thank you to Lyft for working with my administration to reinstate this program.”
Citi Bike ridership in Hoboken surged 20 percent over the last year, officials said, while Lyft, the bike share service’s owner and operator, will monitor valet usage throughout the week and may adjust hours based on demand.
Therefore, riders are encouraged to check the Citi Bike app for current valet availability on weekdays. Citi Bike expanded into Hoboken in May 2021 through a partnership with Jersey City. The interconnected, regional program allows members to travel between Jersey City, Hoboken, and New York City.
“Hoboken residents continue to ride Citi Bike more and more each year. We’re excited to offer a valet at our Hoboken Terminal station to ensure that riders have bikes and docks available where they need them most,” added Citi Bike General Manager Patrick Knoth.
With over 1,000 residents enrolled as members of Citi Bike, and access to over 21,000 bikes, including e-bikes, at nearly 1,300 stations, this combined program stands as the largest in the United States.
Lyft and the City of Hoboken offer Hoboken Housing Authority residents and SNAP recipients are eligible for discounted memberships that cost $5 per month or $60 annually. Full-price membership costs $219.99 annually.
To sign up for discounted membership, click here.
