Sterlington approves Uber ordinance
The ordinance sees Uber options expanded to a new part of the parish.
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Ashley Mott, amott@thenewsstar.com Published 5:01 p.m. CT Nov. 15, 2017
Evangeline George, public affairs manager with Uber, discusses the safety features present in the Uber experience. Ashley Mott
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An ordinance approved Tuesday night allows for augmented service from transportation network companies, such as Uber and Lyft, in Sterlington.
Mayor Vern Breland said the town's ordinance is modeled on versions used by the City of West Monroe and the Ouachita Parish Police Jury.
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Previously, residents could catch an Uber into Sterlington but were unable to request a ride. Tuesday's vote opens the door to ride hailing options.
Breland's first experience with Uber took place while attending the Republican National Convention in Cleveland. He said he was excited when the service expanded to Monroe and believes it will be valuable for Sterlington.
He said the town's restaurants can benefit from the service, and he hopes residents will consider using it when enjoying a night out.
Since July, transportation network company ordinances passed for Ouachita Parish, Monroe and West Monroe.
On Sept. 20, Uber launched simultaneously in Monroe and West Monroe. Lyft has since expanded into the area.
From the first March discussions of a transportation network company operating in Monroe, the concept generated an outpouring of positive feedback from citizens across the parish.
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