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Council leaves e‑bike and micromobility ordinance package on first reading
Summary
Councilmember Drum introduced three ordinances to amend local code for e‑bikes and low‑speed micromobility devices; the items were left on first reading for further review. A resident voiced support for the package citing safety concerns for elderly and disabled users.
On May 11 Councilmember Drum introduced a package of ordinances to update the Village's traffic and micromobility regulations for electric bicycles and low‑speed micromobility devices.
The measures (Ordinance Nos. 2026‑26, 2026‑28 and 2026‑30) would amend code sections to prohibit sidewalk bicycle operation at speeds greater than a pedestrian when pedestrians are near, ensure traffic code applicability to e‑bikes, and add several new safety regulations for low‑speed micromobility devices. All three ordinances were left on first reading for further consideration.
During public comment resident Janine Bauman said she supported the e‑bike ordinance package and expressed concerns about the safety of elderly and disabled residents navigating sidewalks and parks. The minutes do not record further technical details of the proposed ordinance text beyond the section headings and stated aims.
