Trustees Adopt Park Rules Prohibiting Motorized E‑Scooters and Strengthen Enforcement

Trustees unanimously adopted updated park rules at the April 29 meeting that prohibit the motorized use of electric scooters and e‑bikes in playgrounds, courts, around bathrooms and near other high‑use areas. Chief Braun, speaking for police operations, said the state did not address the devices and the township's home‑rule authority allows the rules: "Any scooter or bike that has a little motor on it is not acceptable when that in the parks," he said.

The updates define covered devices (personal motorized scooters, one‑wheel devices, motorized bicycles) and permit human‑powered use where bicycles are allowed. Trustees and staff discussed voluntary compliance, stepped‑up unmarked and marked patrols, and the need for larger signage; the chief said enforcement could escalate to citations if voluntary compliance fails. Parks director Randy Soupy noted signage and operational adjustments, and trustees emphasized safety around the lake, the dog park and playgrounds. The board also reviewed a schedule of park fines and the role of cameras in documenting violations.

The changes were passed as an emergency resolution to take effect after administrative steps, and trustees asked staff to publicize the new rules and locations where powered devices are prohibited.