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South Lyon council reviews amended e‑bike ordinance, asks for clearer park/downtown rules
Summary
Council discussed an amended ordinance that incorporates Michigan motor vehicle code language to regulate e‑bikes, prohibit dirt bikes from roads and sidewalks, and set posted speed limits (proposed 10 mph) with exceptions for parks and trails; council asked staff and the city attorney to clarify park vs. roadway language and recommended signage and education.
Council members exchanged detailed questions on an amended e‑bike ordinance presented by Police Chief Unruh and city legal staff, asking staff to clarify where the rules will apply and how they will be enforced.
The ordinance draft mirrors sections of the Michigan motor vehicle code, Chief Unruh said, and aims to improve safety and reduce repeat warnings for youth riders. The draft would prohibit dirt bikes (gas or electric off‑road vehicles) from roads and sidewalks…
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