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Council discusses e-bike and e-scooter rules and enforcement challenges
Summary
Staff reviewed differences among e-bikes, e-scooters and other motorized devices and proposed possible ordinance amendments (allowing e-scooters on shared-use paths and in parks, helmet rules for minors, and signage); Chief Harmon highlighted enforcement challenges related to speeding and practical enforcement limits.
Paul Naughton, Senior Project Manager, presented elements of the Mobility Master Plan related to trails and reviewed definitions and distinctions for e-bikes, e-scooters, SUPs and other motorized vehicles. Staff discussed potential amendments to park and path rules, including allowing e-scooters on shared-use paths and in parks, considering helmet requirements for children on e-bikes, and better signage about etiquette on shared-use paths.
Chief Harmon explained the practical difficulties with enforcement for the various modes of transportation, specifically related to speeding. Council members discussed possible helmet requirements for riders under age 18 across wheeled devices and expanding where e-bikes may be used, and several members expressed interest in a public information campaign to accompany any regulatory changes.
No ordinance changes were adopted at the workshop; staff will return with recommendations and potential ordinance language for Council consideration.
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