Regulation of scooters, e-bikes, and pocket bikes
The Colony
Summary
The council adopted new rules after residents complained about kids on motorized bikes speeding past pedestrians on trails and sidewalks. Kids and unlicensed teens are now barred from riding scooters on sidewalks and public property, helmets are required under 18, and pocket bikes are banned from public property entirely. Council members flagged enforcement challenges and plan to revisit the rules with school resource officer input next school year.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Fines up to $500 per offense ($50 first helmet offense, dismissible with proof of helmet purchase); signage plan costs to be brought back later.
Pedestrians, families with strollers, seniors, and dog walkers using trails and sidewalks.
Kids and families who rely on scooters and e-bikes for transportation to school, and adult scooter commuters who can no longer ride on sidewalks next to roads over 35 mph.
Mentions & discussions (4)
City Council - Aug 4, 2026
Council reviewed Ordinance 2026-2648, which bans e-scooters from sidewalks. Enforcing trail speed limits could cost $270,500 upfront plus $234,000 a year, so council leaned toward leaving the ordinance alone despite complaints from commuters and parents.
City Council - May 19, 2026
The council adopted new rules after residents complained about kids on motorized bikes speeding past pedestrians on trails and sidewalks. Kids and unlicensed teens are now barred from riding scooters on sidewalks and public property, helmets are required under 18, and pocket bikes are banned from public property entirely. Council members flagged enforcement challenges and plan to revisit the rules with school resource officer input next school year.
City Council - Mar 17, 2026
Kids on fast, often unlocked e-bikes and mini bikes are creating safety hazards on sidewalks and near schools. The council directed staff to draft an ordinance with age restrictions and parent accountability, though state law limits what cities can do about e-bikes specifically.
The Colony expected to reduce FM 423 speed limit to 45 mph
The Colony expected to reduce FM 423 speed limit to 45 mph Star Local Media
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