WSDOT & City of Tacoma E-Bike Rebate Applications Open now through April 23rd, noon. We are excited to announce that applications opened Wednesday, April 9th for WSDOT & City of Tacoma e-bike rebates! The application portal will be open through Wednesday, April 23rd at noon. The application is not first-come first-serve - if you are eligible for rebates and apply before the deadline, you will be included in the random selection. Due to high demand, rebates will be distributed through a raffle system after the application period closes. Learn more and apply at www.cityoftacoma.org/ebikes<http://www.cityoftacoma.org/ebikes>. We will be out in the community spreading the word about the e-bike rebates over the next two weeks - starting this afternoon at Catherine Ushka's Gas Station Park from 4-7 PM - check out the event details below and stop by to learn more about the program! Eligibility Requirements: * Age 16+ * Reside in Washington State * Provide contact information - including an email address How much is the rebate for? $300 or $1,200 off a new e-bike purchase. If your annual household income* is equal to or lower than the totals below - you qualify for a $1,200 instant rebate. Everyone else qualifies for a $300 instant rebate. Household Size Annual Household Income 1 $65,000 2 $75,000 3 $84,000 4 $93,000 5 $101,000 6 $108,000 7 $115,000 8 $123,000 *A household is a group of people who file taxes together. Income guidelines vary by county - if you live outside of Tacoma/Pierce County or have more questions about income guidelines, visit the state e-bike website for more details<https://ebikeswsdot.aptim.com/faq/>. Rebates can be redeemed at pre-approved bike shops<https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=11rMsEtdXNeWnRUjtYdqhQRRPoSQERCM&ll=47.28998416822208%2C-120.64764185000001&z=7> for selected e-bike models that meet program criteria. There is a one rebate per household limit, but all members in your household may apply. Two Programs - One Application All Tacoma residents age 16+ who provide the required contact information are eligible for WSDOT's WE-Bike statewide instant e-bike rebate program. Some Tacoma residents, based on where they live, are also eligible for the City of Tacoma e-bike rebate pilot program. The City of Tacoma has worked closely with WSDOT to align our local e-bike rebates with the statewide program, to make applying as simple as possible. There's one application for both programs - just apply once, and you'll be automatically entered into one or both programs based on your eligibility. * WE-Bike: WSDOT's Statewide Instant E-Bike Rebate Program: Led by the Washington Department of Transportation, this is the first statewide e-bike rebate program in Washington State! Learn more at the WE-Bike website<https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel/bicycling-walking/bicycling-washington/e-bike-programs>. * City of Tacoma E-Bike Rebate Pilot Program: The City of Tacoma's E-Bike Rebate pilot program is focused on overburdened communities highly impacted by air pollution - thanks to grant funding from the Washington State Department of Ecology. Learn more at the City of Tacoma E-Bike Rebate website<http://www.cityoftacoma.org/ebikes>. Community Outreach Events: Join the City of Tacoma and Downtown on the Go<https://downtownonthego.com/> at community events to learn more about the e-bike rebates: * Wednesday, April 9, 2025, from 4-7 PM: E-Bike Community Party at Catherine Ushka's Gas Station Park<https://www.facebook.com/share/16AKmFFhpm/> (4801 Park Ave. S., in Tacoma) * Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 10 AM - 1 PM: E-Bike Community Party at South Park Water Flume Line Trail<https://www.facebook.com/share/18fx5U7D3X/> (4851 South Tacoma Way, in Tacoma) * Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 10 AM - 2 PM: Pierce County Bike Swap at Tacoma Community College<https://ridetogetherpierce.com/BikeSwap> (6485 S 19th Street, Tacoma, WA 98466) WSDOT is also offering two virtual sessions to help applicants understand eligibility, navigate the application process and make the most of the rebate: 1. Friday April 11 2025, at 9.30am 2. Thursday April 17 2025 at 2:00pm The option to sign up is on LISC's webpage, linked here Washington Electric Bike Rebate Program | LISC Puget Sound<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.lisc.org/puget-sound/our-work/capacity-building/washington-electric-bike-rebate-program/__;!!CRCbkf1f!Sq5cgWWuJaYCabOCmzv6q4eAxLIY7qFNUcjXqEn6w5mApthEXwDfZMJizo4sIRDfrXq-A4Qmpl-AeYu8QFqCgsDaoRv7zGk$> We're also planning events and classes to support new e-bike riders this spring - stay tuned for more details! [cid:image002.jpg@01DBAA0A.7A3DB1A0] These e-bike rebate programs will make e-bikes more accessible and affordable, supporting Washington residents who want to use cleaner, more sustainable transportation options. The City of Tacoma's E-bike Rebate Pilot Program is funded by Ecology with funding from Washington's Climate Commitment Act. The CCA supports Washington's climate action efforts by putting cap-and-invest dollars to work reducing climate pollution, creating jobs, and improving public health. Information about the CCA is available at www.climate.wa.gov<http://www.climate.wa.gov>. Learn more and apply on our website: E-Bike Programs - City of Tacoma<https://www.cityoftacoma.org/government/city_departments/public_works/mobility_options/bicycle_resources/e-_bike_programs> Contact Us If you have questions about the e-bike instant rebate application process, eligibility, rebate redemption, or web portal: Email: EBikesWSDOT@aptim.com<mailto:EBikesWSDOT@aptim.com> Call: 1-833-909-4222 Regular customer service hours are Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 3PM To get in touch with the City of Tacoma's active transportation team for general comments or questions, email: tacomamobility@cityoftacoma.org<mailto:tacomamobility@cityoftacoma.org>. 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