The Torrance City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 3963 in a second‑reading vote, updating city code sections governing bicycle use and park rules.

The ordinance amends multiple sections of the Torrance Municipal Code to regulate bicycle classifications, sidewalk riding, and park use. Staff told the council they plan a large public‑education campaign and placement of signage at parks to support compliance.

During public comment, Liam Walsh of the South Bay Bicycle Coalition urged the council to modify the ordinance so it would not ban Class 3 e‑bikes from sidewalks where there is no safe alternative, arguing bans could push riders into high‑speed traffic or off bicycles entirely. Walsh said the proposed rules duplicate some state vehicle code provisions and recommended limiting sidewalk bans to locations with adjacent protected bike lanes or paths.

Councilmembers thanked staff for implementation plans and asked that signage and outreach be robust. The ordinance was adopted by unanimous vote; the city clerk read the ordinance number and title prior to the vote.