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Somers Point council narrows e‑bike ban, will allow low‑speed pedal‑assist bikes pending second reading
Summary
After public safety and access concerns, the Somers Point City Council voted to amend Ordinance No. 17 (2025) to permit class 1 and class 2 pedal‑assist e‑bikes on the municipal bike path with a speed limitation; the amended ordinance will be advertised and return for a second reading Dec. 11.
Somers Point City Council on Nov. 19 moved to narrow a proposed ban on electric bicycles, approving an amendment that will allow low‑speed pedal‑assist e‑bikes (class 1 and class 2) on the municipal bike path while excluding higher‑speed models. Council members voted on an amendment to Ordinance No. 17 of 2025, which regulates electric bicycle operation on municipal bike paths and public sidewalks; the amendment passed on a roll‑call vote and the clerk will advertise the revised ordinance for a second reading on Dec. 11.
The change follows extensive public comment and a lengthy council debate about safety and enforcement. A resident who identified herself as Wendy Vaca said she rides a pedal‑assist e‑bike to keep up…
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