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Oshkosh committee recommends restricting e-bike use on sidewalks where business entrances abut sidewalks
Summary
The Transportation Committee voted unanimously to recommend an ordinance that continues to allow bikes and e-bikes on sidewalks generally but restricts their use where business ingress and egress abut sidewalks; committee and police urged communication and enforcement planning.
The Oshkosh Transportation Committee voted 4-0 on Oct. 13 to recommend that the Common Council continue allowing bicycles and e-bikes on sidewalks generally but prohibit their use on sidewalks adjacent to business ingress and egress.
Why it matters: State statute currently treats e-bikes the same as pedal bicycles; local ordinances must conform to state law. The committee’s recommendation narrows sidewalk use in high-conflict business areas downtown while leaving sidewalks and park trails available elsewhere.
Committee discussion and staff…
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