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As electric bicycles, motorized scooters, and similar electric mobility devices have become more affordable and widely available, many cities have experienced an increase in their use within public spaces and on public roadways. While these devices can provide convenient transportation, their size, speed, and operating characteristics have led to conflicts with pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists in parks, trails, sidewalks, and streets.
Certain electric mobility devices, including some electric bicycles and electric motorcycles, are capable of operating at higher speeds than traditional bikes, which can create safety concerns when used in areas intended primarily for pedestrian or recreational use. Cities have also observed increased use of these devices by minors, including operation on public streets in mixed traffic alongside motor vehicles. Such operations often involve sudden direction changes, unpredictable movements, or noncompliance with traffic control devices, which can increase the risk of collisions and serious injury to both riders and motorists. In neighboring jurisdictions, including the City of Westlake Village, complaints have been received regarding conflicts in parks and recreational areas, as well as damage to turf and public facilities resulting from electric mobility device use.
The California Vehicle Code (CVC) governs the operation of electric mobility devices on public roadways and classifies certain devices, such as electric bicycles, based on design and speed characteristics. These classifications and requirements can be complex and subject to change, which may contribute to confusion among users regarding applicable operating rules. In addition, the CVC does not comprehensively regulate the use of electric mobility devices within certain public spaces, such as parks and recreational facilities, leaving cities and counties with discretion to adopt local regulations tailored to local conditions and safety considerations. Ordinance 2026-423 builds on the CVC and adds provisions tailored to the Calabasas community
Presentation: Regulating Electric Mobility Devices (February 25, 2026)