City Community Meeting
This community meeting addressed the increasing popularity of e-bikes and e-scooters and the associated safety concerns within the community. Key discussion points included educating attendees on local municipal laws and ordinances related to e-mobility riders, reviewing safety best practices, and examining current e-bike and e-scooter trends to promote responsible use. Specific local regulations discussed included mandatory speed reduction near pedestrians (10 mph within 50 ft), the requirement for a permanent class label on ebikes manufactured after January 1, 2021, and the prohibition of riding ebikes on sidewalks in the Central Business District, Hannibal Square, and the Orange Avenue District in Winter Park. The presentation also detailed the definitions and regulations for Class 1 (pedal assist, max 20 mph, treated as a bicycle) and Class 2 (throttle capable, treated as a bicycle) ebikes, noting that modifying bikes to exceed legal wattage (750 watts max) or speed limits is illegal.