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Villa Park holds first reading to allow low‑speed e‑scooters; trustees debate fines and education
Summary
The board held a first reading of an ordinance to permit low‑speed electric scooters in Villa Park under state rules requiring local opt‑in; trustees debated penalty levels, enforcement and public education while Chief Kubish and staff recommended a phased approach.
The Village Board of Villa Park held a first reading on an ordinance that would allow operation of low‑speed electric scooters, reversing the current de facto prohibition while creating local regulation and penalties.
Manager Rivas said the ordinance would amend the municipal code to permit low‑speed electric scooters in Villa Park under state law, subject to local safety rules. Chief Todd Kubish and staff attended the discussion and answered trustees’ questions about enforcement…
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