New rules for trails, sidewalks, and e-devices
Summary
A draft ordinance would set rules for sidewalks, trails, and shared-use paths: 15 mph trail speed limit, pedestrian right-of-way, a ban on class 3 e-bikes, and city approval for rental scooter companies. Council members raised helmet requirements for kids and driver education as possible additions.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 2
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Sep 15, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Signage and outreach costs would come from existing parks budgets; no specific figure was given.
Pedestrians, trail users, and the city's investment in trail infrastructure would be better protected.
Class 3 e-bike riders lose access to trails, and some riders may face citations during the education period.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council — October 27, 2026
New city rules now set clear expectations for bikes, e-bikes and e-scooters: pedestrians get the right of way, shared-use trails carry a 15 mph limit, and Class 3 e-bikes, ATVs and dirt bikes are banned from trails. Police will lead with education before enforcement.
City Council — October 13, 2026
The city is updating Chapter 62 to spell out where e-bikes, e-scooters, and electric skateboards can go — 15 mph on trails, pedestrian pace on sidewalks, and bans on most motorized vehicles. Riders like an 18-year-old longboarder who testified worry about losing legal places to ride. Second reading October 27.
City Council — September 15, 2026
A draft ordinance would set rules for sidewalks, trails, and shared-use paths: 15 mph trail speed limit, pedestrian right-of-way, a ban on class 3 e-bikes, and city approval for rental scooter companies. Council members raised helmet requirements for kids and driver education as possible additions.
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