Several Des Moines metro cities are considering ordinances regulating electric bikes and scooters as more people, especially teens and kids, use them on streets and trails.
Why it matters: Local law enforcement officials say they want to curb public safety risks after several severe e-scooter crashes.
- Trail and cycling advocates say current law already addresses these concerns and worry new rules could unintentionally hinder all trail users.
State of play: A coalition of metro police chiefs and sheriffs has drafted a model ordinance to share with city councils to encourage consistent rules across the metro’s connected trail system, Waukee Police Chief Chad…..