Electric motorcycles on the recreation path
Summary
A five-year-old was struck by an electric dirt bike on the rec path, and residents packed the chamber demanding action. The council moved the item up on the agenda, took extensive testimony, and directed staff and the city attorney to draft an ordinance defining these devices and where they can operate.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jun 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct cost identified yet, though signage donations were offered and enforcement costs are unquantified.
Families, walkers, runners, and elderly residents who use the rec path.
Youth riders of high-powered electric dirt bikes could face new restrictions.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council - Jun 15, 2026
A five-year-old was struck by an electric dirt bike on the rec path, and residents packed the chamber demanding action. The council moved the item up on the agenda, took extensive testimony, and directed staff and the city attorney to draft an ordinance defining these devices and where they can operate.
City Council - Jun 10, 2026
Residents report e-dirt bikes (capable of 34-40 mph) crowding the rec path, including a recent crash that injured a five-year-old girl. Police say state statute is unclear and juveniles can't practically be charged; residents want signage, enforcement, or an ordinance.
City Council - May 27, 2026
Kids on mini-bikes and e-scooters are creating safety concerns on rec paths and sidewalks. There's no city ordinance restricting them and state law allows them — enforcement is nearly impossible. Council supports pursuing an ordinance and safety education.
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