Municipal Guidance: Regulating E-Bikes, E-Motos, & Other E-Micromobility Devices
E-bikes, e-motos, and other e-micromobility devices are becoming more common across the region. Our agency recognizes that the growth of these technologies has moved faster than state and federal definitions and regulations. As a result, many communities are unsure how to address safety concerns or determine where and how these devices should be used.
To help address these challenges, the MPO developed guidance for municipalities that provides clear definitions and a shared understanding of different types of e-devices. The guidance is intended to support practical, regionally consistent approaches to regulating their legal use.
Municipal Guidance: E-Bikes, E-Motos, & Other E-Micromobility Devices
Presentation on the Guidance
At the May 2026 MPO Policy Board meeting, Transportation Planner Ben Lyman presented an overview of the guidance, which will also be included as an appendix in the MPO's Active Transportation Plan. The presentation highlights key takeaways, recommended definitions, and what the guidance means for local communities.
Note: The presentation begins at 1:16:35.
Watch the Guidance Presentation
