Village rolls out e‑bike brochure, cites enforcement and safety concerns

Jul 23, 2026

Staff distributed 500 educational brochures on electric bicycles, said public safety officers are issuing citations as staffing allows, and clarified legal e‑bike specs (750 watts peak power and a 20 mph throttle limit); scooters will be addressed separately. Committee emphasized education before enforcement for youth users.

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Staff presented a communication and education packet about electric bicycles and said 500 brochures were printed and distributed across village facilities and to public safety officers for outreach. The materials are being used in social media and by school resource officers; staff said officers will issue citations where illegal devices are observed, but the emphasis is on education and parent engagement.

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