Advisory committee debates limits for class‑3 e-bikes and electric motorcycles
Committee members recommended staff explore an ordinance focused on high‑powered e-bikes and electric motorcycles (often called 'eMoto'), stressing safety, helmet and age rules and the difficulty of enforcement without clear code language. Staff noted current code covers gas-powered vehicles but not many electric variants.
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A committee member who asked to open a conversation about e-bikes told the panel the "big why is the public safety," saying members have reported high speeds and risky behavior on streets, trails and easements. The presenter framed the request as a discussion: "the request is really just to have a discussion to consider if you all think that an ordinance would be helpful in severance, a desirable addition."
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