Fort Collins reviews new definitions and rules for lightweight electric and human‑powered vehicles; staff seeks council feedback

City staff presented a high‑level review of potential rule changes for a growing range of small personal mobility devices — including skateboards, e‑skates, electric unicycles and lightweight electric vehicles — and asked council for direction on definitions, behavior rules and where devices should be permitted on the city’s pedestrian and cycling network.

Deputy Planning Director Drew Brooks said the discussion aligns with Fort Collins’ active‑modes and Vision Zero goals: "Shifting automotive to active modes is critical to achieving our climate and Vision 0 goals," he said. Staff framed the work as preparatory and said any code or ordinance changes would return to council after internal and external review.

Definitions and community input: Transportation planner Rachel Ruhlin said staff proposed two new categories —…