Parks & Recreation Committee - Aug 18 2025
Approval of July 21st, 2025 meeting minutes
Public comments regarding trail extensions in Lake Bridge
Parks and Recreation department updates and upcoming engagement events
Proposed ordinance regarding ebike and motorized vehicle usage in city parks and trails
Communication strategy for trail etiquette and safety education
Full Document Analysis
Votes (1)
Approval of the minutes from the July 21st, 2025 meeting
Moved by Mary Larson · Seconded by Committee Member
Notable Quotes (2)
These are no longer something safe to be on our trails. So, these are not permitted on our trails.
The ordinance Jenna is presented in the rules on that. All that comes directly from statute except for the helmet law for under 18.
People (4)
Terry CulpCommittee MemberParticipating in roll call and committee proceedings.
Participating in roll call and committee proceedings.
Jenna SmithParks DirectorProviding departmental updates and explaining the proposed ebike ordinance.
1 quote
Providing departmental updates and explaining the proposed ebike ordinance.
“The ordinance goes into more specific detail as to what these different items are.”
Explaining the need for clearer definitions in the new ordinance.
Tammy LeonettiLake Bridge HOA RepresentativeInquired about the status of the trail extension in the Lake Bridge neighborhood.
Inquired about the status of the trail extension in the Lake Bridge neighborhood.
Travis BradleyCommunity Development DepartmentClarifying legal statutes regarding ebike passengers and state enforcement rules.
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Clarifying legal statutes regarding ebike passengers and state enforcement rules.
“Underneath statute passengers aren't allowed. So these are single-seater vehicles.”
Explaining that ebikes and motorized scooters are designed for single riders only.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (3)
- August 18, 2025 - Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting
- August 19, 2025 - Final park engagement event at Marsh Hollow Park (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
- September 30, 2025 - Park development survey closing date
Ordinances & Resolutions (1)
Updates definitions of motorized vehicles in parks, restricts high-speed ebikes on trails, and mandates helmet use for minors under 18.