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Mesa council adopts park rules limiting e‑bike speeds and clarifies motorized-device definitions
Summary
Councilmembers debated definitions, signage and enforcement for shared‑use paths and parks before approving an ordinance that clarifies park rules for e‑bikes and other motorized devices; staff said 5 mph applies in parks and 15 mph on multiuse paths.
The Mesa City Council voted Dec. 8 to adopt an ordinance amending city code sections governing parks and shared‑use paths to clarify the allowed use of electric bikes, scooters and other motorized devices.
David Winstanley, a District 6 resident, told the council he had experienced riders on high‑speed Class 3 e‑bikes and other motorized devices in Eastmark Great Park, called the situation “an accident waiting to happen” and urged clearer language, public education and visible signage. “Class 3…
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