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Cortland officials discuss e‑scooter and e‑bike rules; favor education before enforcement
Summary
Trustees heard a discussion about potential local rules for electric scooters and bicycles but deferred action pending clarity on proposed Illinois statute changes; Police Chief Lin Dargis recommended an 'Educate Before Enforce' approach.
Mayor Pietrowski said he would wait to consider a local ordinance until Illinois state statute changes are clearer and asked staff to hold off on drafting local restrictions. A group of residents had asked the mayor to consider a town ordinance, but he signaled prudence in light of pending state action.
Police Chief Lin Dargis recommended an 'Educate Before Enforce' approach and provided examples from another community, including steps officers could take to educate youth before issuing citations. Trustees discussed liability, safety and whether local rules would overly restrict device use; no ordinance or vote was taken.
