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Trustees press for enforcement, education on e-motos and motorized cycles
Summary
Trustees raised concerns about unlicensed motorized cycles and e-motos being ridden on Lincolnshire paths and streets. Village Manager Burke and Chief Leonas said enforcement is ongoing but limited by coverage and recommended reporting incidents to 911; Trustee Raizin suggested education tied to recent state e-bike law changes.
Trustee Mitchell noted he continues to see unlicensed motorized cycles being operated by adults and youth on Lincolnshire paths and streets and asked whether staff had received more complaints. Trustee Raizin pointed to recent state changes to e-bike laws and suggested a targeted communication effort.
Mayor Brandt said she and Chief Leonas would ensure police are attentive to the new laws, and Village Manager Burke said "we are doing enforcement but are not everywhere. These motor bikes move quickly through neighborhoods, and encourages people call 911." Trustees discussed school outreach and public education as complements to enforcement.
