Effective May 21, 2026, Town Code, adopted through Ordinance 890-26, outlines updates related to motorized devices, including prohibited use in parks, hands-free device use, speed limits, and impound guidelines. These changes aim to reduce dangerous situations and enhance safety in parks, trails, and public spaces.
“Unfortunately, we’ve seen an increase in unsafe situations related to e-bikes and other motorized devices,” stated Queen Creek Mayor Julia Wheatley. “The action at the May 20 meeting is in response to our resident concerns and an effort to find a balance of safety, personal responsibility and maintaining our high quality of life. This is something that communities are grappling with throughout the region and beyond. Each community has unique considerations, and in turn, must take an approach that will work for their community. As a council, we are trying to balance the benefits of these types of devices with their intended use, while also providing more clear guidelines for improper use and enforcement, when necessary.”
Motorized devices include electric bicycles, electric miniature scooters, motorized gas-powered bicycles, motorized play vehicles, motorized skateboards, and micromobility devices. It does not include devices used for accessibility, including but not limited to a motorized wheelchair. For a comprehensive definition, visit 11-1-1 of the Town code.
Devices must continue to be operated in a reasonable and safe manner, obey all traffic laws, and yield to pedestrians and equestrians. The approved ordinance establishes new operational restrictions for the use of these devices throughout town-owned property and public spaces…