PSA: NEW E-BIKES, SAME SAFETY RULES!

Quick Reference – Effective Sept. 10, 2025

Santa came to Bishop, and now there’s a LOT of shiny new e-bikes, e-scooters & electric boards zipping around.

GENERAL RULES

• PEDESTRIANS COME FIRST

  • Yield to people on foot.

  • Sidewalks are shared space – not racetracks.

• UNDER 18? WEAR A HELMET!

  • It’s the law, kiddos!

• SIDEWALK RULES MATTER

  • Class 1 & 2 e-bikes and electric boards are:

  • Up to 5 MPH, Signal when passing, dismount if unsafe.

  • No Class 3 e-bikes & e-scooters – on sidewalks.

  • Extra care near schools & events.

• EXTRA CARE NEAR SCHOOLS & EVENTS

  • No sidewalk riding by schools (during school hours), parks during events, or posted areas.

• BIKE PATH SPEED LIMIT

  • Max 15 MPH – Slow down & ride smart.

• PARK LIKE A PRO

  • Don’t block sidewalks, driveways, or streets. No parking in landscaped areas or attaching to trees/plants.

OUR GOAL: MAKE SURE KIDS MAKE IT HOME SAFELY! Remember: INFORMATION → EDUCATION → ENFORCEMENT

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