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Parks, a division of the Chief Administrative Office, recommends the Commission review and provide input on the El Dorado County Ordinance for electric bikes.
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DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND
CHAPTER 10.32. - VEHICLE REGULATIONS ON TRAIL FACILITIES
Sec. 10.32.010. - Definitions.
Electric bicycle (e-bike). As used in this chapter the term "electric bicycle (e-bike) means a bicycle equipped with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 watts as defined in California Vehicle Code § 312.5.
Motorized vehicle. As used in this chapter the term "motorized vehicle" means any self-propelled device in or upon which any person or property may be moved (inclusive of a "motor vehicle" as defined in California Vehicle Code § 415), excepting a device moved by human power or used exclusively upon stationary rails or tracks. Motorized vehicles include, but are not limited to, motorized bicycles/mopeds (as defined in California Vehicle Code § 406), motorized scooters (as defined in California Vehicle Code § 407.5), electric personal assistive mobility devices (as defined in California Vehicle Code § 313), automobiles, trucks, recreational vehicles, motor homes, motorcycles, motorbikes, motor-driven cycles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and dirtbikes.
Trail facility. As used in this chapter, the term "trail facility" or "trail facilities" means any class 1 trail, natural trail, or horseback riding trail owned, maintained, and/or operated by El Dorado County. For purposes of this chapter, "trail facility" shall also include that portion of the Sacramento Placerville Transportation Corridor (SPTC) that is located within El Dorado County.
(Ord. No. 5038, § 1, 6-7-2016)
Sec. 10.32.020. - Prohibited conduct.
No person shall operate or cause to be operated a motorized vehicle within the boundaries of a trail facility.
(Ord. No. 5038, § 1, 6-7-2016)
Sec. 10.32.030. - Exemptions.
This chapter does not apply to the following:
A.Authorized construction or mai...
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