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University Park trustees discuss updating code to regulate e-bikes and scooters amid safety concerns
Summary
Trustees and the police chief discussed updating Title 10 to incorporate electric bikes and scooters, emphasizing bike lanes, discouraging sidewalk riding, recommending public education, and noting state limits on helmet/regulatory authority for unregistered devices.
The Village of University Park board discussed a proposed amendment to the municipal code (Title 10) to add electric bicycles and scooters to existing rules covering bicycles, motorcycles and other small vehicles.
Why it matters: As e-bikes and scooters become more common, the board said it wants rules and enforcement that protect pedestrians and children without exceeding state law limitations on unregistered devices.
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