Aldermen continue traffic-code rewrite on e-bikes, scooters and motorized play vehicles

The Board continued work on proposed amendments to the Traffic Code that add new definitions and narrow regulatory gaps for devices such as e-bikes, motorized scooters and so-called "motorized play vehicles" (for example, pocket bikes and mini-motorcycles). The draft ordinance would create new definitions in Section 300.010 and expand prohibitions on certain devices on sidewalks under Section 380.040. Staff indicated they would also review the Parks Code to ensure consistent rules for park property if parental-responsibility language is adopted.