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Council directs staff to add motorized scooter safety on paths to study session after neighborhood request

5942592 · October 14, 2025
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Summary

Following concerns raised by the Indian Hills homeowners association about motorized scooters and similar devices on shared paths, the Brookings City Council voted to add a study-session item on motorized scooter usage, potential regulation, signage and education when the council receives additional information from residents.

The Brookings City Council voted to add discussion of motorized scooter use on shared walking and bicycle paths to a future study session after a request from the Indian Hills homeowners association.

Council Member Avery reported attending an Indian Hills meeting where residents expressed safety concerns about motorized bicycles and scooters using the neighborhood paths. Avery said the primary worry was about motorized scooters and younger riders operating them at speed on paths and streets…

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