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E-Bike & E-Scooter Ordinance Council Summary Purpose Improve public safety, reduce injuries, and address increased community concerns related to e-bikes, e-scooters, and high-speed micromobility devices through clear rules, education, and targeted enforcement. Two Ordinances • Article 12-2-10: Regulates riders, devices, safety requirements, and enforcement • Article 12-2-11: Establishes retailer education and point-of-sale disclosure program Key Regulations (Operators) • Minimum age: 16 for regulated devices • Helmets required for all riders under 18 • Must follow traffic laws (Title 28) • Sidewalk riding allowed with pedestrian priority • Bike lanes required when available • Prohibits reckless behavior (stunts, multiple riders, phone use, DUI) Penalties & Accountability • 1st violation: $100 • 2nd violation (within 12 months): $250 • 3rd violation: $500 + impound • Repeat violations may result in misdemeanor • Parents may be cited for minors • Electric motorcycles (over 28 MPH) subject to immediate impound and state law requirements Retailer Obligations (Article 12-2-11) • Provide point-of-sale safety and ordinance information • Inform buyers of age limits, helmet laws, and penalties • Display ordinance summaries in-store • Partner with City for education and outreach • No enforcement responsibility placed on retailers Phase-In Implementation Plan • Phase 1 (June–August 2026): Education campaign (schools, social media, retailers) • Phase 2: Warning period and voluntary compliance • Phase 3: Targeted enforcement focused on reckless behavior Bottom Line Balanced approach focused on education first, enforcement second. Provides clear expectations, supports responsible riders, and addresses unsafe behavior before serious injury occurs.