Afton Officials Consider Electric Bike and Scooter Ordinance
The Town of Afton council discussed adopting new policies for electric bikes and scooters on sidewalks, particularly in the downtown business district, due to complaints, safety concerns, and potential injuries.
- Electric bikes and scooters can reach top speeds of up to 40 miles per hour.
- These vehicles often don't fall into the same enforcement categories as gas-powered bikes and scooters.
A potential 10-mph limit for downtown and the attached business district was discussed, as well as the idea that the bikes should use the road.
No specific decision was made, but the discussion highlighted the need for regulations on electric bikes and scooters.
Author's summary: Afton officials discuss electric bike rules.