Chico council votes to let chief implement e-bike rules, sets 15 mph target for lower-park loops

Feb 3, 2026

Council approved a motion 7-0 directing the police chief to implement recommendations to reduce speeds in lower Bidwell Park to 15 mph, increase signage and ranger enforcement, and use education-first enforcement with a grace period.

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The Chico City Council voted unanimously to let the police chief implement a package of e-bike safety measures for Bidwell Park after a staff presentation and public comment on safety, enforcement and infrastructure.

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