Commissioner Nicole Wilson asked the board on Dec. 2 to authorize staff research into safety and regulatory options for motorized micro‑mobility devices, saying the county needs data on crashes, law‑enforcement reports and school impacts before considering rules such as age, speed limits and helmet requirements.

Wilson framed the request as a public‑safety and school‑safety initiative: “I think anything that’s motorized that you can use sort of on a trail, sidewalks, hasn’t really been contemplated so much in our ordinances,” she said. She suggested partnership with Orange County Public Schools, law enforcement and public works to identify high‑concern locations and education opportunities.

Commissioners broadly supported a coordinated, countywide approach. Commissioner Uribe and others emphasized enforcement limitations and the need to work with the state on any preemptive standards; Commissioner Scott urged short‑term education programs for students through the county’s children and family services. Commissioner Simrad and Commissioner Gomez Cordero noted the county’s large daily visitor population and requested outreach to tourism stakeholders.

Mayor Demmons directed county administration to convene a cross‑departmental staff group (public works, public safety, OCPS and other partners) to scope responsibilities and return with recommendations in the spring. The discussion will evaluate data availability, enforcement options, educational campaigns, and whether model ordinances or state action are most appropriate.

No ordinance was adopted on Dec. 2; the board asked staff to develop a workplan and to coordinate with the existing pilot and vendor program operating in the I‑Drive area where rental devices are regulated.