This resolution urges city agencies to enhance enforcement of laws related to electric bicycles and scooters, focusing on reckless behavior and illegal modifications. It also promotes collaboration with shared-mobility operators to improve rider safety and data collection.
Resolution urging the San Francisco Police Department, Municipal Transportation Agency, Recreation and Parks Department, and other relevant City agencies to increase enforcement of existing laws governing electric bicycles, electric scooters, and other powered mobility devices; to prioritize enforcement against reckless operation, illegal sidewalk riding, excessive speeds, unlawful modifications, and vehicles improperly represented as electric bicycles; to encourage collaboration with shared-mobility operators on rider safety; and to improve education and data collection regarding e-bike and e-scooter safety.
How it got here
The legislation originated from rising concerns about safety and enforcement related to electric bicycles and scooters in San Francisco.
Data from SFMTA indicated a significant rise in injuries involving powered stand-up devices, increasing from 36 in 2018 to 315 in 2025, prompting the need for enhanced enforcement.
Warnings were issued regarding unlawfully modified electric bicycles and other high-powered devices being operated at dangerous speeds, highlighting the need for stricter enforcement.
The resolution was introduced by Supervisors Wong and Sherrill to address the safety concerns and enforcement issues surrounding electric bicycles and scooters.
The resolution was referred for adoption without committee reference at the next Board meeting, indicating urgency in addressing the issue.
The resolution is scheduled for discussion and potential adoption at the Board of Supervisors meeting.
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