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Fulshear pushes education-first rollout of e‑scooter/e‑bike ordinance; two citations issued since October
Summary
City staff and the Youth Advisory Commission described a multi-pronged outreach campaign for the October e‑scooter/e‑bike ordinance — school graphics, safer-route maps, utility-bill inserts and social posts — while police said enforcement remains incident-based and reported two citations to date.
Fulshear officials on Feb. 17 described outreach and enforcement steps taken since the city adopted an e‑scooter/e‑bike ordinance in October, emphasizing education before heavy-handed penalties and reporting two citations issued so far.
Communications staff and members of the Youth Advisory Commission (YAC) outlined a campaign that has included utility-bill inserts, social-media posts, school-based graphics and a safer‑routes map for school zones. The YAC produced age‑targeted materials (elementary, middle and high school) and a mascot graphic, “Scooter Simon,” for brochures and stickers to be distributed before spring break. The campaign also coordinated with Jordan High School and adjacent schools on sign placement and signage in bathrooms and bike-rack areas.
Police described an outreach‑first, incident‑based enforcement approach. Staff said two citations have been issued since the ordinance launch; the most recent citation involved an e‑bike and the cited rider was a 19‑year‑old. Police explained that officers generally address incidents by contacting parents for minors, using on‑site education or issuing citations in significant cases.
Council members praised the YAC’s work and the multi‑departmental effort, and staff said the city will continue rotating signage and expanding school outreach into junior highs and elementary schools. The police noted a focus on e‑motorcycles remains a priority because they present a larger enforcement challenge.
