Some residents want Orange County to push e-bike safety rules. But what can local leaders do?
Read full article: Some residents want Orange County to push e-bike safety rules. But what can local leaders do?E-bikes and other micromobility devices are popular, but Orange County commissioners say more residents are complaining about safety issues with the people using the bikes. Now the county is trying to figure out what it can do about it.
As e-bike popularity soars, Winter Springs wants parents to know what they’re buying their kids
Read full article: As e-bike popularity soars, Winter Springs wants parents to know what they’re buying their kids“What we’re seeing are kids in packs of e-bikes, ignoring the rules of the roadway,” said Winter Springs Police Chief Matt Tracht. “You have to stop at stop signs. You have to operate it like you’re operating a vehicle.”
Orange County woman pushes for ordinance to mandate e-bike safety course for students
Read full article: Orange County woman pushes for ordinance to mandate e-bike safety course for studentsHere's why an Orange County woman is advocating for increased safety education for children who use electric vehicles to get to school.
DeLand leaders drafting new e-bike rules amid rising teen safety concerns
Read full article: DeLand leaders drafting new e-bike rules amid rising teen safety concernsDeLand city leaders are tackling what they call a growing problem with teens and e-bikes. City commissioners tell News 6 a new ordinance is coming that could regulate how and where riders can use e-bikes.
Edgewater votes against ban on e-bikes and scooters from sidewalks, public parks
Read full article: Edgewater votes against ban on e-bikes and scooters from sidewalks, public parksThe city of Edgewater is moving forward with a ban on e-bikes and electric scooters in public parks and on sidewalks, joining a growing list of Central Florida communities taking a tougher stance on the increasingly popular devices.