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Powell council tables overhaul of bicycle and e-bike rules after hours of public comment
Summary
After extended public comment from cyclists, teachers and business owners, Powell City Council voted to table ordinances revising bicycle and e-bike rules — including a proposed downtown riding restriction — to allow more time for redlines and stakeholder input.
Powell City Council voted on Jan. 26 to table a package of proposed bicycle and e-bike ordinances after more than an hour of public comment from residents, cyclists and school staff who urged careful drafting and stronger education and enforcement.
The council took testimony from residents including Larry Aiken, who described long experience riding and urged a mix of education and limited regulation: "I think we need to promote walking, jogging, and biking in a fun, a safe and a respectful manner," Aiken said. Venus Fontadilly, a local retailer, cautioned against adding regulations that won't be enforced and urged workshops and safety courses for minors:…
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