The Village of Riverwoods Board of Trustees convened on September 16, 2025, to address various community concerns, with a significant focus on the safety of electric bikes and motorbikes. During the meeting, a board member raised alarms about the dangers posed by these vehicles, noting that many suburbs have either restricted or completely banned their use.

The board member proposed that the village attorney be tasked with developing an ordinance aimed at curtailing or potentially banning electric bikes and motorbikes on local streets. The rationale behind this proposal centered on the lack of sidewalks in the area, which poses safety risks for riders and pedestrians alike. The member highlighted that many streets in Riverwoods are narrow, and private streets are often single-lane, further complicating safe travel for all road users.

Additionally, it was mentioned that if homeowners' associations with private streets agree, the village could enforce traffic laws on these roads, allowing for the implementation of any new ordinances regarding electric bikes and motorbikes.

The discussion underscored the board's commitment to ensuring community safety and the need for regulations that reflect the unique infrastructure challenges faced by Riverwoods. The board will consider the proposal further, with potential next steps involving the drafting of the ordinance by the village attorney.