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Council signals intent to update city code on e‑bikes, scooters and low‑speed vehicles
Summary
Council instructed staff to begin revising an outdated 2004 ordinance that currently restricts electric scooters, e‑bikes and related devices; members discussed safety concerns and sample ordinances from the Illinois Municipal League and asked staff to bring draft language back for review.
Council reviewed an ordinance section (chapter 10‑26) that was adopted in 2004 and, as written, prohibits many electric personal mobility devices on streets, sidewalks and parks. Staff noted changes in state law and the growing presence of e‑bikes, e‑scooters and an e‑bike rental business on Main Street, and recommended an update to allow regulated use and clarify where devices may operate.
Council members raised safety and routing concerns (for example, use on state highways and crossing points) and asked staff to consider golf carts, low‑speed vehicles and unicycles alongside scooters and e‑boards. Staff provided sample language from the Illinois Municipal League for low‑speed electric scooters and will draft proposed ordinance changes for future consideration.
No formal ordinance was adopted; staff was directed to continue work on a draft.
