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MOBILITY - ACTION ITEM: (1) Receive a Presentation, Discuss and Make Recommendations for Proposed Regulations and Processes to Facilitate the Operation of Robotic Delivery Devices in Culver City; and (2) Provide Direction to Staff.
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Meeting Date: May 12, 2026
Contact/Dept: Wallis Nash/Public Works
Alicia Ide, Public Works
Phone Number: (310) 253-5633
(310) 253-5618
Fiscal Impact: Yes [ ] No [X] General Fund: Yes [ ] No [X]
Attachments/Links: Yes [X] No [ ]
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Dept Approval: Yanni Demitri, Director of Public Works, City Engineer (05/06/2026)
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RECOMMENDATION
Members receive a presentation, discuss, and make recommendations to City Council regarding proposed regulations and processes to facilitate the operation of Robotic Delivery Devices in Culver City, and provide direction to staff.
BACKGROUND
Coco Delivery
On September 28, 2021, Coco Delivery (https://www.cocodelivery.com/) presented their business operations to the Mobility Subcommittee, introducing themselves and requesting permission to operate in Culver City at a future time. Coco delivers food and some beverages using small vehicles that are autonomous or remotely controlled. Vehicles travel along the sidewalk generally within a 2-mile radius from a provider to the customer. The company delivers from restaurants, convenience shops, and grocery stores.
In early 2024, staff spoke to Santa Monica staff who expressed that they have no issues of significance regarding Coco's devices and had approved the ongoing operation of their service throu...
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