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Lincoln approves ordinance limiting e-bikes, e-scooters on sidewalks and walking paths
Summary
The council adopted an ordinance restricting electric mobility devices on sidewalks and pedestrian paths, citing safety concerns; the measure exempts ADA mobility devices, sets fines (base capped at $50), and directs enforcement through education and citations.
Lincoln ' The City of Lincoln adopted an ordinance on 2006-01-13 regulating electric mobility devices on sidewalks and walking paths, citing a rise in near misses and injuries associated with faster, heavier e-bikes and e-scooters.
Deputy city attorney Christy McKinney and Lincoln Police traffic officer Brett Schneider presented the draft ordinance at the public hearing. Schneider described rising complaints since August 2024 and noted typical e-bike speeds well above pedestrian walking pace: "class 1 or class 2…
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