When the city asked for community input before launching the city’s Safer Streets Together program in 2022, the number one request was to require licenses or establish a minimum age for riding e-bikes.

Last year, the city worked with Assemblymember Tasha Boerner to pass Assembly Bill 2234, which allows local governments in San Diego County the option to limit or prohibit anyone younger than 12 from riding an e-bike.

On Tuesday, the City Council voted to seek the public’s input on prohibiting anyone under age 12 from riding e-bikes. The Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission will hold a public hearing during a future meeting. The feedback would then be shared with the City Council.

The city will keep the community updated on the date of that meeting and how to provide comment. In the meantime, you can visit our Safer Streets Together website for safety tips and sign up for email updates.