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Granite Falls council directs staff to draft e-bike and e-scooter ordinance after framework discussion

City of Granite Falls City Council · April 1, 2026
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Summary

Council members unanimously directed staff to draft an ordinance regulating electric-assisted bicycles and motorized foot scooters, following a staff presentation about state RCW/WAC frameworks and local gaps. A public hearing is expected when a draft is ready.

The Granite Falls City Council on March 18 unanimously directed staff to prepare a local ordinance regulating electric-assisted bicycles and motorized foot scooters.

City Manager Jeff Balentine presented a staff PowerPoint outlining why local regulation is needed now, summarizing…

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