Corona City Council
June 17, 2026

Highlights
• Religious facilities are generally compatible with uses currently permitted in the M-4 zone. • Religious facilities would be subject to discretionary review through the Minor CUP process to address sitespecific issues; can impose conditions to minimize any potential impacts to surrounding uses. • Replace “church” with “Religious Facility” is more neutral and inclusive. • ZTA2026-0002 was recommended for approval by the Planning Commission on May 27, 2026.

The Ask
Approve Zone Text Amendment (ZTA2026-0002) of the Corona Municipal Code to permit religious facilities with a floor area not exceeding 10,000 square feet in the M-4 zone with approval of a Minor Conditional Use Permit, and replace the term “church” with “religious facilities,” wherever cited in the Zoning Ordinance.

DATE: 06/17/2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Planning and Development Department
2026-222

REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBJECT:

REQUEST BY VICE MAYOR SPEAKE TO EXPLORE REGULATIONS FOR

OUTPATIENT DRUG ADDICTION TREATMENT CLINICS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

This staff report asks the City Council to consider amending the Zoning Code in Title 17 of the Corona Municipal Code to establish regulations for outpatient drug addiction treatment clinics. These licensed facilities treat individuals undergoing detoxification from substance abuse, including drugs and alcohol.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

That the City Council provide direction on whether to amend the Zoning Code to regulate outpatient drug addiction treatment clinics.

BACKGROUND & HISTORY:

City Council Request
At the City Council meeting on November 5, 2025, then-Council Member Speake requested that the Council explore the legalities of requiring a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for outpatient drug addiction treatment clinics.

Outpatient Drug Addiction Treatment Clinics

Outpatient drug addiction treatment clinics are licensed facilities that treat individuals undergoing detoxification of substance abuse, including drugs and alcohol, using a range of methods which typically include the following:

1. Individual or group counseling.

2. Behavioral therapy.

3. Education regarding substance abuse, addiction recovery, and relapse prevention.

4. Medication to treat opioid addiction using FDA-approved medication, such as methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.

5. Drug testing and monitoring of patients for relapse.

Federal, State, and Local Regulations
Treatment clinics that administer, dispense, or prescribe controlled substances, such as methadone and buprenorphine, to treat opioid addiction are required to be registered by the federal Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), certified by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), be accredited by a body approved by the SAMHSA, and licensed by the state where the clinic is located. Clinics that do not use controlled substances, such as naltrexone, to treat opioid addiction are not required to be registered with the DEA or obtain approvals from the SAMHSA.

In the state of California, treatment clinics are also required to be licensed by the California Department of Healthcare Services (DHCS).

In the City of Corona, treatment clinics are currently permitted the same as a medical offices or clinics. Meaning, these facilities are permitted by right in commercial, office, and industrial zones, including zoning districts within specific plan areas. Treatment clinics are also permitted in the Downtown Revitalization Specific Plan area.

Existing Clinics in Corona
According to the SAMHSA’s web-based location finder for treatment facilities, there are two existing clinics that provide substance abuse and opioid treatment services in the City, both in Downtown. The same two clinics are also listed on the DHCS’s Narcotic Treatment Program Directory of licensed clinics in California. One clinic is located at 222 W. Sixth Street, and the other is located at 109 E. Eleventh Street.

ANALYSIS:

To establish zoning regulations for outpatient drug addiction treatment clinics, amendments to the Zoning Code (Title 17 of the CMC) and/or applicable specific plans would be required, depending on the geographic area where such regulations would apply.

Conditional Use Permit
A Conditional Use Permit (CUP) is a regulatory zoning tool that can be used to review specific land uses in a zoning district. A CUP is a discretionary approval process, reviewed by staff and the Planning and Housing Commission, that allows certain land uses to be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to determine whether they are appropriate

at a specific location. Outpatient drug addiction treatment clinics could be limited to certain commercial and office zones, and can be further restricted in specific geographic areas, such as the Downtown area, or conditionally permitted citywide. Through the CUP process, the City may impose conditions of approval to address operational and sitespecific impacts to mitigate them and ensure compatibility with surrounding land uses.

A CUP cannot be applied to the two existing treatment clinics because they are already legally operating under current zoning standards. Should the City adopt an ordinance amendment to require a CUP for treatment clinics, the two existing clinics in Downtown would be considered legal nonconforming uses because they were lawfully established prior to the effective date of the amendment.

Chapter 17.92 of the CMC governs Conditional Use Permits. Section 17.92.010 states that uses existing on the effective date of an ordinance that imposes a CUP requirement for such use may continue without obtaining a CUP; however, any extension or expansion of such use requires approval of a CUP.

Operational Regulations
Another regulatory tool is to consider adopting supplemental operational standards that would apply to both existing treatment clinics and to all new treatment clinics. Such operational standards could be enforced through issuance of administrative citations.

Standards can address the following:

1. Operation: Establish operational requirements to address potential off-site impacts. Such standards may include restrictions on operating hours and prohibiting outdoor waiting areas to reduce potential loitering and congregation of patients.

2. Separation Distance: Require a minimum separation distance between clinics and sensitive land uses (e.g., residential zones, schools, parks, libraries, youth centers, religious facilities). Separation requirements could also be established between clinics to prevent overconcentration in a particular area. This standard may not be applicable to the two existing clinics in Downtown because they would be considered legally nonconforming uses.

3. Security and Monitoring: Require on-site security guard personnel during a clinic’s business hours and the implementation of security measures, such as adequate on-site lighting and implementation of a security plan.

4. Property Maintenance: Establish property maintenance requirements to ensure that clinic sites are maintained free of litter, debris, cigarette waste, and drug paraphernalia to minimize potential impacts on surrounding properties and public areas.

5. Site Design: Establish site design standards to ensure adequate on-site facilities and circulation. Such standards may include designated patient drop-off/pick-up

areas, sufficient on-site parking, and adequately sized indoor waiting areas to prevent patient spillover onto sidewalks, parking lots, or other outdoor areas. This standard may be limited in its application to the two existing clinics depending on their current site design.

The amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to require a CUP for new treatment clinics and/or to apply operational standards to treatment clinics would require a public hearing before the Planning and Housing Commission and the City Council. The amendment would require the adoption of an ordinance by the City Council.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

A text amendment to the Zoning Code is $6,685.28 according to the City’s current adopted fee schedule. The fee amount includes the staff review fee, which is based on the number of hours used by staff to process the amendment, and other processing fees including scanning, public noticing, and county filing fees. However, no application fee will be associated with this amendment since the amendment is initiated by the City.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

This action is exempt pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), which states that a project is exempt from the CEQA if the activity is covered by the commonsense exemption that CEQA applies only to projects that have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA. This request is for staff to receive policy direction from the City Council and will not have a significant effect on the environment. Therefore, no environmental analysis is required.

PREPARED BY: SANDRA VANIAN, PLANNING MANAGER
SUBMITTED BY: DANNY CASTRO, PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR ATTACHMENTS:

1. Exhibit 1 – Outpatient drug addiction treatment clinic power point presentation

2. Exhibit 2 – Future agenda item request from Vice Mayor Speake

Regulations for
Outpatient Drug Addiction
Treatment Clinics
Danny Castro
Planning and Development Director

The Ask…
Consider establishing zoning
regulations for outpatient drug
addiction treatment clinics.

What is an Outpatient
Drug Addiction
Treatment Clinic?
Licensed facility that provides
treatment to individuals
undergoing detoxification
from addiction to substance
abuse (drugs and/or alcohol).

Counseling
&
Therapy
Medication
&
Education
Drug Testing
&
Monitoring

Federal and State Regulations
Must be registered with the Drug
Enforcement Agency (DEA).
Must be certified by the Substance
Abuse and Mental Health Services
Administration (SAMHSA).
Must be accredited by a body
approved by the SAMHSA.
Must be licensed by the state where
the facility is located.

Federal Level
 Must be licensed by the California
Department of Healthcare Services
(DHCS).

State Level

Existing Local Regulations
 Permitted in the City the same
as a medical office or clinic,
which are permitted by right in
commercial, office, and
industrial zones.

Existing Outpatient Drug Addiction Treatment Clinics
 Existing, licensed clinics have
vested rights to continue to
operate.
 City cannot require a CUP for
existing clinics; can require a
CUP only if they expand their
operation.
 City cannot revoke existing
operating permits and licenses.

Information according to the California Dept of Health Care Services Narcotic Treatment Program Directory as of 04/01/26. Page 3300 of 3356 A Conditional Use Permit (CUP) is a regulatory
mechanism used in land use planning to allow specific land uses in a zoning district, provided they meet certain
conditions to ensure compatibility with the surrounding area.

Conditions on the use and operation can be imposed to
minimize or remove any potential impacts to the surrounding area.

Examples of other uses requiring a CUP include: liquor stores, auto dealerships, animal hospitals, car washes, hotels.

01 Require a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for new treatment clinics Potential Zoning Regulations
03 Adopt supplemental standards to both existing and to all new treatment clinics
• Operational
• Separation Distance
• Security and Monitoring
• Property Maintenance
• Site Design
02 Limit location to certain commercial and office zones, or restrict or limit in specific areas.

The Ask…
Consider establishing zoning
regulations for outpatient drug
addiction treatment clinics.

Questions?

Future Agenda Item Request Form
Future agenda items should be limited to new issues that emerge during the course of the year that are urgent and cannot wait until the next priority setting session of Council before requiring action.

Name: Wes Speake
Date: 10/29/2025
Title Name/Topic: Explore the Legalities of requiring CUP’s for outpatient drug addiction treatment clinics
Background

1. What is the purpose for the request i.e. what you are trying to achieve or do? Require a CUP for siting of needed daily drug treatment centers to avoid sensitive receptor and to prevent extensive loitering/ waiting outside of the facility both before and after treatment

2. What is the scope of the work you wish to see done?
Explore the legal possibilities of requiring a CUP for outpatient drug addiction treatment clinics.

3. Does this request align with the City’s Strategic Plan? How? #4 Safe Community

4. What is the desired timeline to have the issue considered by Council? When feasible

5. Is the issue urgent requiring action before the next priority setting session of Council ?
Yes
Staff Section (To be completed by staff)
Approximate Staff Time Required: ____ Hours
Approximate Cost: $ ____
44 hours to date
$5632 staff time to date plus $6685.28 for text amendment.

DATE: 06/17/2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Police Department
2026-237

REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBJECT:

ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 10.48 AND 12.24 OF THE CORONA

MUNICIPAL CODE TO UPDATE REGULATIONS REGARDING THE OPERATION OF

BICYCLES AND ELECTRIC BICYCLES
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

This staff report asks the City Council to approve first reading of an ordinance amending Corona Municipal Code (CMC) Chapter 10.48 (Bicycles) and Chapter 12.24 (Parks and Recreation Areas) to incorporate electric bicycles (e-bikes) into the City’s bicycle regulations, add sidewalk and trail safety requirements, address bicycle and e-bike use in City parks, provide an education-based enforcement alternative for first-time juvenile violators, and repeal obsolete provisions of Chapter 10.48. The proposed amendments reflect the direction provided by the City Council at its April 15, 2026 meeting and are intended to improve safety for riders, pedestrians, and motorists.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

That the City Council introduce, by title only, and waive full reading of Ordinance No. 3430 amending Chapters 10.48 and 12.24 of the Corona Municipal Code to update regulations regarding the operation of bicycles and electric bicycles.

BACKGROUND & HISTORY:

Corona Municipal Code (CMC) Chapter 10.48 regulates bicycles within the City but does not currently address electric bicycles (e-bikes), which are now defined by California Vehicle Code (CVC) Section 312.5 in three classes based on speed and operation.

Chapter 10.48 also contains an extensive bicycle registration and licensing scheme dating from 1978 that the City no longer administers, and its existing provision addressing juvenile violations allows only for impoundment of a minor’s bicycle for up to 30 days. The chapter does not include sidewalk-specific safety requirements aimed at protecting pedestrians, and neither Chapter 10.48 nor Chapter 12.24 (Parks and Recreation Areas) clearly addresses e-bike use in City parks.

E-bike collisions in Corona have risen from zero in 2020 to 25 in 2025, with increasing juvenile involvement, while traditional bicycle collisions have remained steady over the same period. On April 15, 2026, the Police Department presented to the City Council a proposed approach for amending Chapter 10.48 to address e-bikes through three primary changes: (1) updating the bicycle definition and related requirements to include e-bikes; (2) updating the prohibited-behavior language; and (3) adding sidewalk riding safety requirements. The City Council received the presentation, heard public comment, and directed staff to return with proposed ordinance language incorporating Council’s input.

In preparing the proposed ordinance, staff incorporated the direction provided by Council and also took the opportunity to modernize Chapter 10.48 as a whole, repeal obsolete provisions, and make conforming amendments to Chapter 12.24 so that bicycle and ebike use in City parks is addressed directly. This staff report and the attached ordinance reflect that work.

ANALYSIS:

At the April 15, 2026 meeting, the City Council and members of the public discussed the Police Department’s proposed approach and provided direction on several aspects of the proposed amendments. Staff has incorporated that direction into the proposed ordinance attached as Exhibit 1. The key elements of the proposed amendments, and how to the amendments implement the direction provided by Council, are summarized below.

Application to Electric Bicycles and Updated Definitions (Section 10.48.010) The definitions in Section 10.48.010 have been revised so that the term “bicycle” has the same meaning as set forth in California Vehicle Code Section 231, which includes electric bicycles, and so that “electric bicycle” (or “e-bike”) has the same meaning as California Vehicle Code Section 312.5, thereby incorporating the State’s three-class system.

Because e-bikes now fall within the defined term “bicycle,” all of the operating, safety, and enforcement provisions of Chapter 10.48 apply equally to electric bicycles and traditional bicycles without the need to restate each requirement separately.

Repeal of Obsolete Provisions and Reorganization of the Chapter Chapter 10.48 contains a bicycle registration and licensing program dating from 1978, including mandatory registration, license tabs, ownership-transfer filings, change-ofPage 3307 of 3356 address notices, dealer recordkeeping, and related provisions. The City no longer administers the bicycle registration program. The proposed ordinance repeals these obsolete sections and renumbers the remaining provisions for clarity. The provisions requiring the maintenance of a bicycle’s serial number have been retained so that it remains unlawful to operate a bicycle when its serial number has been removed, altered, or mutilated, in order to preserve a tool for investigating bicycle theft. The separate equipment section has been deleted because equivalent lamp and reflector requirements for operation during darkness are already established statewide by California Vehicle Code Section 21201 and continue to apply in Corona without a duplicative local provision.

Modernized Operating Procedures (Section 10.48.050)
The operating procedures section, renumbered as Section 10.48.050, has been updated with descriptive subsection headings. Substantive updates include clarifying that a passenger must ride on a seat designed for the number of persons on the bicycle—which accommodates, for example, a parent riding with a young child on a properly designed seat, and consolidating the turning and roadway-crossing provisions. Consistent with Council’s direction to preserve officer discretion rather than enumerate a list of specific maneuvers, the general prohibition on trick riding that is dangerous to the rider or others is retained without change.

Sidewalk Riding in Business Districts (Section 10.48.050(P)) Council asked staff to consider whether the existing prohibition on sidewalk riding in business districts should be retained. Staff recommends retaining it, and the proposed ordinance clarifies the prohibition by tying the term “business district” to the definition in California Vehicle Code Section 2351.

California Vehicle Code Section 21206, authorizes cities to adopt ordinances regulating the parking and operation of bicycles on pedestrian facilities provided such regulations do not conflict with the Vehicle Code. A regulation that prohibits riding a bicycle on sidewalks in a business district is the most common way California cities exercise that authority. Staff recommends that this prohibition be retained based on the following safety considerations:

1. Driveway and intersection conflicts. Business districts have the highest concentration of driveways, alleys, and parking-lot entrances. Drivers entering, exiting, and turning at these points scan the roadway for traffic and do not anticipate a faster-moving bicycle approaching along the sidewalk, particularly one traveling opposite the adjacent flow of traffic. This sidewalk-to-driveway conflict is the most common cause of bicycle collisions in the City’s business corridors.

2. High and unpredictable pedestrian volumes. Business-district sidewalks carry the densest pedestrian traffic, including patrons entering and exiting storefronts,

1 Vehicle Code Section 235 defines a “business district” as that portion of a highway and the property contiguous thereto (a) upon one side of which highway, for a distance of 600 feet, 50 percent or more of the contiguous property fronting thereon is occupied by buildings in use for business, or (b) upon both sides of which highway, collectively, for a distance of 300 feet, 50 percent or more of the contiguous property fronting thereon is so occupied.

outdoor diners, and pedestrians who may not be able to react quickly, creating direct collision exposure.

3. Fixed obstructions and obstructed sight lines. Storefront doors, outdoor dining, signage, and parked vehicles create fixed and moving obstacles and block the lines of sight between riders, pedestrians, and turning drivers, so each may appear to the other without warning.

4. E-bikes magnify each of these risks. E-bikes are heavier and can sustain higher speeds than the walking-pace movement expected on a sidewalk, which lengthens stopping distances, shortens reaction time, and increases injury severity in a collision. In the densest pedestrian environment in the City, a flat prohibition provides clearer protection than a speed limit alone.

5. Clarity and regional consistency. A bright-line prohibition is easier to understand, post, and enforce than a discretionary standard; it channels riders onto the roadway and bikeways where drivers expect them; and it keeps Corona consistent with neighboring jurisdictions and Riverside County.

Numerous jurisdictions in the Inland Empire and Orange County maintain comparable prohibitions on sidewalk riding in business districts, or broader sidewalk prohibitions that necessarily include them. In the Inland Empire, Riverside County Ordinance 995 (2025) prohibits Class 2 electric bicycles on sidewalks within any business district and prohibits Class 3 electric bicycles from all sidewalks and trails unless signage specifically allows it, based on an express finding that unregulated e-bike use on sidewalks and trails presents a health and safety hazard to pedestrians. The City of Riverside prohibits sidewalk bicycle riding altogether except where signs permit it. In Orange County, the City of Huntington Beach prohibits bicycle riding on any sidewalk within a business district (and adjacent to schools, churches, recreation centers, and playgrounds, and on crosswalks and pedestrian overcrossings); the City of Santa Ana prohibits sidewalk riding within its business district and civic-center area; the City of Irvine prohibits sidewalk riding within its business district and civic center; and the City of Newport Beach prohibits bicycle riding on any sidewalk citywide.

Additional Sidewalk and Trail Safety Requirements (Section 10.48.050(I), (Q), and (R))
Where sidewalk riding is permitted (outside business districts), the proposed ordinance adds the following safety requirements responsive to Council’s direction:
 Subsection (I) provides that a rider shall not operate faster than is reasonably safe and proper and in no event faster than 10 miles per hour on any sidewalk or trail unless otherwise posted.
 Subsection (Q) requires riders to travel in the same direction as the flow of traffic on the adjacent roadway whenever practicable.
 Subsection (R) requires riders, when on sidewalks or trails, to yield to pedestrians and to provide an audible warning when passing pedestrians or other bicycles.

Although a lower sidewalk speed was discussed, staff recommends the 10 mph standard to remain consistent with the limit contemplated in pending state legislation that would establish a 10 mph sidewalk speed limit statewide. Aligning

with the anticipated state standard would avoid the need to re-sign City sidewalks if that legislation is enacted.

Bicycle and E-Bike Use in City Parks (Section 10.48.050(J) and Chapter 12.24) Council asked staff to address bicycle and e-bike use in City parks. The proposed ordinance does so in two ways. First, new Section 10.48.050(J) prohibits riding on playgrounds, open fields, sports fields, and turf or landscaped areas within any public park. Second, the ordinance makes conforming amendments to Chapter 12.24 (Parks and Recreation Areas): it defines “bicycle” in that chapter by reference to Section

10.48.010 so that e-bikes are included, expressly lists bicycles among the devices that may not be operated recklessly in a park, and revises Section 12.24.030(BB) to provide that bicycles, skateboards, roller skates, in-line skates, and non-motorized scooters may be operated within a park only on designated walkways and sidewalks and only in compliance with Chapter 10.48, while motorized scooters, go-carts, and similar devices remain prohibited. Because Chapter 12.24 already provides for ejection from a park as an enforcement tool, that authority is retained.

Violations, Penalties, and Education Alternative (Sections 10.48.060 and 12.24.040) The enforcement provisions of both chapters are restructured for clarity and consistency.

A general provision establishes that violations may be enforced under Chapter 1.08 of the Code. Responsive to Council’s emphasis on prioritizing education over punitive enforcement for juvenile riders, the ordinance provides that, for a minor’s first violation, the enforcement officer may allow the minor to complete a bicycle safety educational course approved by the Chief of Police in lieu of citation; the violation is still counted as a first violation for purposes of escalating penalties on any subsequent violation. The ordinance also provides that the parent or legal guardian of an unemancipated minor is jointly and severally liable for any fine imposed on the minor, and that the listed remedies are cumulative.

Repeal of Impoundment Provision and Limitations on Seizure of E-Bikes The existing Section 10.48.140 authorizes the Chief of Police to prohibit operation of a juvenile violator’s bicycle for up to 30 days by impounding the bicycle and holding the owner’s registration certificate. Staff recommends repealing this provision. At the April 15, 2026 meeting, Council also asked staff to consider whether the City could seize e-bikes from riders who repeatedly violate the regulations. The City Attorney’s office has advised that the City lacks the legal authority to impound e-bikes on that basis, and staff therefore does not recommend retaining the existing impoundment provision or adding a general seizure provision. The analysis supporting this conclusion is summarized below.

1. California Vehicle Code Section 22651.08 authorizes removal of a Class 3 electric bicycle (capable of speeds up to 28 mph) only when the operator is under 16 years of age. It does not authorize removal of Class 1 or Class 2 electric bicycles (both limited to 20 mph), and no other statutory or case law authority was identified that would permit impoundment of an e-bike for other violations.

2. California Vehicle Code Section 21 preempts local agencies from enacting ordinances on matters addressed by the Vehicle Code unless the local regulation is expressly authorized by the Vehicle Code. Because the Vehicle Code specifies

the limited circumstances in which an e-bike may be impounded and does not otherwise authorize impoundment by local ordinance, Section 21 would likely prohibit the City from adopting an ordinance allowing impoundment of e-bikes for general violations of the CMC.

3. Although Vehicle Code Section 21206 allows local agencies to regulate the registration, parking, and operation of bicycles, the City Attorney’s office has advised that the section does not expressly authorize impoundment; it addresses operational and parking requirements only.

Repealing the existing impoundment provision therefore removes authority that the City cannot lawfully exercise. Importantly, this does not eliminate every impoundment tool: the City retains its authority under Vehicle Code Section 22651.08 to impound a Class 3 ebike operated by a person under 16, and the Police Department retains the ability to seize an e-bike as evidence in connection with a crime or a collision. For these reasons, the proposed ordinance relies on the first-violation education option, the escalating administrative penalty structure, and parental responsibility for fines, rather than impoundment, as the City’s principal enforcement tools for juvenile riders.

Modifications to E-Bikes and Parental Responsibility
Council asked staff to consider addressing modifications to e-bikes and parental responsibility. California Vehicle Code Section 312.5(d) already prohibits modifying an electric bicycle to exceed 20 miles per hour on motor power alone, to exceed 750 watts of power, or to remove its operable pedals, and provides that any vehicle so modified is no longer an electric bicycle under State law. Staff believes this statute is sufficient for PD to address any issues with e-bikes being modified.

Off-Highway Electric Motorcycles and Towing
Public comment at the April 15, 2026 meeting raised concerns about towing fees associated with certain e-bike-style vehicles. As clarified at that meeting, the City’s tow fees apply to illegal off-highway electric motorcycles operated unlawfully on City streets, sidewalks, or bike paths in violation of California Vehicle Code Section 436.1, and do not apply to lawful electric bicycles as defined by State Law. The proposed amendments do not change the City’s authority to tow with respect to off-highway electric motorcycles.

Penalty Structure and Parental Liability
Council asked staff to consider an escalating penalty structure for repeat violators.

Violations of Title 10 are infractions under CMC Section 10.64.010, and CMC Section

1.08.025 already establishes escalating penalties of $100 for a first offense, $200 for a second offense within one year, and $500 for each additional offense within a year. This structure is consistent with the penalties established by Riverside County Ordinance 995 and will apply to violations of the chapters 10.48 and 12.24 as amended.

California Civil Code Section 1714.1 establishes parental civil liability for any act of willful misconduct of a minor that results in injury or death to another person or injury to the

property of another. Additionally, the proposed ordinance makes a parent or guardian jointly and severally liable for fines and penalties imposed upon a minor for violation of any provision of chapters 10.48 and 12.24.

Pending State Legislation
Several bills addressing electric bicycles are currently pending in the State Legislature, including measures that would set sidewalk speed limits, impose age- and speed-based restrictions, require safety courses, and address registration of certain e-bike classes.

Staff has drafted the proposed amendments to be consistent with these anticipated standards where possible—most notably the 10 mph sidewalk speed limit—so that the City’s regulations would require minimal revision if the legislation is enacted.

Education and Outreach Efforts
In addition to the proposed ordinance, the Police Department continues to pursue an education-focused approach consistent with Council’s direction. Department efforts include an e-bike safety class for parents and children, distribution of informational materials through the City’s water-bill mailings, public-service messaging through the City’s social-media channels, and ongoing coordination with the Corona-Norco Unified School District and School Resource Officers on outreach to students and families.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

There is no financial impact associated with approval of the recommended action.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

This action is exempt pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), which states that a project is exempt from CEQA if the activity is covered by the common sense exemption that CEQA applies only to projects that have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA. This action amends Chapters 10.48 and 12.24 of the Corona Municipal Code to define and regulate electric bicycles and to add safety requirements, and there is no possibility that approving this ordinance will have a significant effect on the environment. Therefore, no environmental analysis is required.

PREPARED BY: GARY GRIFFITTS, POLICE LIEUTENANT
REVIEWED BY: ROBERT NEWMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
ATTACHMENTS:

1. Exhibit 1 – Ordinance Amending Corona Municipal Code Chapters 10.48 and

12.24 2. Exhibit 2 – Amendments to Chapter 10.48 and 12.24 (Redline)

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ORDINANCE NO. 3430

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CORONA,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTERS 10.48 AND 12.24 OF

THE CORONA MUNICIPAL CODE TO UPDATE

REGULATIONS REGARDING THE OPERATION OF

BICYCLES AND ELECTRIC BICYCLES
WHEREAS, Article XI, § 7 of the California Constitution authorizes cities to make and enforce within their limits all local, police, sanitary, and other ordinances and regulations not in conflict with general laws; and
WHEREAS, Corona Municipal Code (“CMC”) Chapter 10.48 sets forth the rules, regulations and requirements for the operation of bicycles upon any street, alley, public highway or public park withing the City; and
WHEREAS, CMC Chapter 12.24 sets forth the rules, regulations and requirements for the use of public parks, recreation buildings/facilities, amenities and equipment in the City; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that amendments to CMC Chapters

10.48 and 12.24 are necessary to update the language to be consistent with the City’s current operations and to incorporate changes to address the operation of electric bicycles.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORONA, CALIFORNIA, DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Incorporation of Recitals. The City Council finds and determines that the foregoing Recitals are true and correct and incorporates the Recitals herein.

SECTION 2. CEQA Findings. This action is exempt pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), which states that a project is exempt from CEQA if the activity is covered by the common sense exemption that CEQA applies only to projects that have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA.

This action makes minor updates to the rules and regulations pertaining to the operation of bicycles and electric bicycles within the City to be consistent with the law and the City’s current operations, and there is no possibility that adopting this Ordinance will have a significant effect on the environment. Therefore, no environmental analysis is required.

SECTION 3. Amendments to Chapter 10.48. Chapter 10.48 (Bicycles) of Title 10 (Vehicles and Traffic) of the Corona Municipal Code is hereby amended in its entirety to read as set forth in Exhibit “A” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

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SECTION 4. Amendments to Chapter 12.24. Sections 12.24.020, 12.24.030, and

12.24.040 of Chapter 12.24 (Parks and Recreation Areas) of Title 12 (Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places) of the Corona Municipal Code is hereby amended in its entirety to read as set forth in Exhibit “B” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

SECTION 5. Severability. If any provision or clause of this Ordinance or any application of it to any person, firm, organization, partnership or corporation is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions of this Ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application. To this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are declared to be severable.

SECTION 6. Conflicting Ordinances. This Ordinance shall supersede all other previous City Council resolutions and ordinances that may conflict with, or be contrary to, this Ordinance.

SECTION 7. Effective Date. The Mayor shall sign this Ordinance and the City Clerk shall attest thereto and shall within fifteen (15) days of its adoption cause it, or a summary of it, to be published in a genal circulation newspaper published and circulated in the City of Corona. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force on the 30th day after its adoption.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 1
st day of July 2026.
_________________________________
Mayor of the City of Corona, California
ATTEST:
____________________________________
City Clerk of the City of Corona, California

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CERTIFICATION
I, Sylvia Edwards, City Clerk of the City of Corona, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was regularly introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Corona, California, duly held on the 17th day of June 2026, and thereafter at a regular meeting held on the 1
st day of July 2026, it was duly passed and adopted by the following vote of the City Council:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAINED:

ABSENT:

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Corona, California, this 1
st day of July 2026.
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City Clerk of the City of Corona, California
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EXHIBIT “A”
CHAPTER 10.48

BICYCLES
Sections

10.48.010 Definitions.

10.48.020 License – Serial number – Required.

10.48.030 Loss or theft of bicycle, electric bicycle or motorized bicycle.

10.48.040 Serial number – Display requirement.

10.48.050 Operating procedures.

10.48.060 Violations by minors.

10.48.010 Definitions.

Unless the particular provision of the context otherwise requires, the definitions and provisions contained in this section shall govern the construction, meaning and application of words and phrases used in this chapter. Unless the context otherwise clearly indicates, words used in the singular include the plural and words used in the plural includes the singular. "Bicycle" has the same meaning as set forth in California Vehicle Code § 231, as presently adopted or subsequently amended. An electric bicycle is a bicycle. “Electric bicycle” or “E-bike” has the same meaning as set forth in California Vehicle Code § 312.5, as presently adopted or subsequently amended.
“Minor” means any person under the age if eighteen (18). "Motorized bicycle" means any two-wheeled or three-wheeled device having fully operative pedals for propulsion by human power, or having no pedals if powered solely by electrical energy, and an automatic transmission and a motor which produces less than two gross brake horsepower and is capable of propelling the device at a maximum speed of not more than 30 miles per hour on level ground.

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10.48.020 License – Serial number – Required.

No person shall use, propel or operate a bicycle or motorized bicycle upon any street, alley or public highway in the city which has no serial number or from which the serial number have been removed, altered or mutilated.

10.48.030 Loss or theft of bicycle or motorized bicycle.

It is the duty of each and every owner or person in charge or control of any bicycle or motorized bicycle to immediately notify the City Police Department of its loss or theft.

10.48. 040 Serial number – Display requirement.

No person shall change the factory serial number on any bicycle or motorized bicycle.

10.48. 050 Operating procedures.

Every person riding or operating a bicycle in the city shall observe the following rules. (A) Right-hand curb of roadway. The rider or operator shall keep as close to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway as possible except under any of the following situations:
(1) When overtaking and passing another bicycle or vehicle proceeding in the same direction; (2) When preparing for a left turn in an intersection or into a private road or driveway; (3) When reasonably necessary to avoid conditions (including, but not limited to, fixed or moving objects, vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians, animals, surface hazards or substandard width lanes) that make it unsafe to continue along the right-hand curb or edge. For purposes of this section, a "substandard width lane" is a lane that is too narrow for a bicycle and a vehicle to travel safely side by side within the lane.
(B) Left-hand curb of roadway. The rider or operator of a bicycle upon a roadway in the city which carries traffic in one direction only and has two or more marked traffic lanes may ride as near the left-hand curb or edge of such roadway as practicable. (C) No attachment to vehicle or person. The rider or operator shall not cling or attach themself or their bicycle to any moving vehicle or person in any other vehicle. (D) Operator must be seated. The rider or operator shall not ride other than upon or astride a permanent and regular seat attached to the bicycle.
(E) Separate seat for passenger. The rider or operator shall not allow a person riding as a passenger, and no person shall ride as a passenger, on a bicycle other than upon or astride a seat attached to the bicycle that is designed for the number of persons riding on the bicycle. If the

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passenger is a minor weighing 40 pounds or less, the seat shall have adequate provision for retaining the minor in place and for protecting the minor from the moving parts of the bicycle. (F) Carrying of packages. The rider or operator shall not carry any package, bundle or article which prohibits full control of the bicycle at all times and prevents the rider or operator from keeping at least one hand upon the handlebars.
(G) Compliance with traffic signs. The rider or operator shall comply with all stop signs and traffic signals.
(H) Parking of bicycle. The rider or operator shall park the bicycle in a bicycle rack, if available, or off of the sidewalk. The rider or operator shall not leave a bicycle lying on its side on any sidewalk or park a bicycle on a sidewalk in any other position so that there is not an adequate path for pedestrian traffic.
(I) Speed limit. The rider or operator shall not operate the bicycle faster than is reasonably safe and proper, and in no event faster than a speed greater than 10mph when on any sidewalk or trail, unless otherwise posted.
(J) The rider or operator shall not ride upon any playgrounds, open fields, sports fields, and any turf/landscape areas within any public park.
(K) Turning or crossing roadway. The rider or operator shall turn or cross a roadway only at intersections, alleys or driveways. The rider or operator shall approach the intersection or turning point in the lane of traffic nearest the direction in which the turn is to be made. (L) Obstructed view. The rider or operator shall stop before riding out of an intersection or driveway where the view is obstructed.
(M) Awareness of surroundings. The rider or operator shall make all reasonable efforts to observe whether anyone is close behind before making a sudden stop or turn. (N) Stop for accidents. In case of an accident or collision, the rider or operator shall stop and give his or her name, address, and any other relevant information requested and render assistance. (O) No trick riding. The rider or operator shall not perform or attempt to perform any trick riding that is dangerous to the rider or operator or any other person. (P) Business districts. The rider or operator shall not ride on sidewalks in business districts, as defined in Vehicle Code § 235.
(Q) Riding on sidewalks. Where bicycle riding on sidewalks is permitted, the rider or operator shall ride in the same direction as the flow of traffic on the roadway adjacent to the sidewalk whenever practicable.
(R) Yield to pedestrians. When on sidewalks or trails, the rider or operator shall yield to pedestrians and provide an audible warning when passing pedestrians or other bicycles.

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10.48.060 Violations and penalties.
(A) Violations. It shall be unlawful for any person to violate any provision, or to fail to comply with the requirements of this chapter. Violations of any of the provisions or failing to comply with any of the requirements of this chapter may be enforced pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 1.08 of this code. Each day that a violation continues is deemed to be a new and separate offense. No proof of knowledge, intent, or other mental state is required to establish a violation. (B) Violations by minors.
(1) Where a violation of any provision of this chapter is committed by a minor and the violation is the minor’s first violation of this chapter, in lieu of enforcement pursuant to subsection (A), the enforcement officer may allow the minor to complete a bicycle safety educational course approved by the Chief of Police. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the violation by the minor shall be considered a first violation for purposes of determining fines and/or penalties for any subsequent violations.
(2) If the person who violates a provision of this chapter is an unemancipated minor, the parent or legal guardian having control or custody of the minor shall be jointly and severally liable with the minor for the amount of any fine imposed pursuant to this chapter. (C) Remedies cumulative. The remedies specified in this section are cumulative and in addition to any other remedies available under state or local law for a violation of this chapter.

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EXHIBIT “B”
SECTIONS 12.24.020, 12.24.030 AND 12.24.040 OF CHAPTER 12.24

PARKS AND RECREATION AREAS

12.24.020 Definitions.

For the purpose of carrying out the intent of this chapter, words, phrases and terms used herein shall have their ordinary meaning unless otherwise as follows. "Amenities" shall be defined as any enclosed or partially enclosed public spaces designated for specific purposes and the areas directly adjacent to those spaces. This includes, but is not limited to, picnic shelters, ballfields, playgrounds, skate parks, parking lots and tennis, volleyball and basketball courts. Such areas may be used informally and without the presence or approval of Department staff.
“Bicycle” shall be as defined in § 10.48.010 of this code. "Camp" shall be as defined in § 9.26.010 of this code.
"Camp facility" shall be as defined in § 9.26.010 of this code. "Camp paraphernalia" shall be as defined in § 9.26.010 of this code. "Department" shall be defined as the City of Corona Community Services Department. "Director" shall be defined as the Community Services Director or his or her designee."Electronic smoking device" means an electronic device that can be used to deliver nicotine or any other substance, including, without limitation, any component, part or accessory of such device, whether or not sold separately. "Electronic smoking device" includes, without limitation, any such device, whether manufactured, distributed, marketed or sold as an electronic cigarette, an electronic cigar, an electronic cigarillo, an electronic pipe, an electronic hookah, or any other product name or descriptor.
"City Manager" shall be defined as the City Manager of the City of Corona or his or her designee. “Minor” means any person under the age of eighteen (18). "Organized group athletic event" shall be defined as a group of eight or more persons using a public park, recreational buildings/facilities or amenities for a planned or scheduled sport or athletic event, including, without limitation, practicing, conducting drills, camps, games, scrimmages and similar coordinated or structured activity. The term "organized group athletic event" shall not include any type of for-profit activity, class, program or lesson provided or led by an instructor, which is prohibited pursuant to § 12.24.030(R).

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"Outdoor festival" shall be defined as any music festival, dance festival, rock festival or similar musical activity at which music is provided by paid or amateur performers or by prerecorded means and which is open to the public as established in Chapter 5.30. "Public parks" shall be defined as all developed and undeveloped park spaces dedicated for public use, landscape maintenance districts, open space areas, pedestrian or bike trails or access ways, planted parkways and pathways and the area directly adjacent to those spaces that are maintained by the city.
"Recreation buildings/facilities" shall be defined as any structure and the area directly adjacent to that structure that falls under the jurisdiction of the Department. This includes, but is not limited to, the Fiesta Bandshell, Historic Civic Center Theater, City Park and Auburndale pools, Civic Center Historic Community Room, Civic Center Historic Gymnasium, Senior Center, Brentwood, Victoria, River Road Center, Main Street Community Center and Auburndale Recreation Center.

Such areas may only be used in the presence of or with the prior approval of the Department. "Sleep" shall be as defined in § 9.26.010 of this code. "Smoke or Smoking" shall be defined as carrying or holding a lighted pipe, cigar, or cigarette, or any other lighted smoking product or equipment used to burn any tobacco products, weed, plant, or combustible substance, or the use of any electronic smoking device. Smoking includes emitting or exhaling the fumes of any pipe, cigar, cigarette, or any other lighted smoking equipment used for burning any tobacco product, weed, plant, or any other combustible substance and the emitting or exhaling of vapor or aerosol from an electronic smoking device. "Special event" shall be defined as any meeting, assembly, parade or other event open to the public and proposed to be conducted in or upon the public streets, highways or public parks of the city as established in Chapter 9.20.
"Tobacco product" shall be defined as any substance containing tobacco leaf, including but not limited to cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, snuff, chewing tobacco, dipping tobacco, bidis, or any other preparation of tobacco.

12.24.030 Prohibited conduct.

No person shall perform any of the acts hereafter specified in or upon any public street, alley, sidewalk, parkway, public park, recreation building or facility, or other city facility, except as otherwise provided herein.
(A) Alcohol: Consume any alcoholic beverage, or possess or sell any can, bottle or other receptacle containing any alcoholic beverage (as the term "alcoholic beverage" is defined by California Business and Professions Code § 23004, as amended) which has been opened, or a seal broken, or the contents of which has been partially removed. Notwithstanding the foregoing, this prohibition shall not apply to the facility designated in § 9.22.020, provided the consumption, possession, or sale of alcohol is in compliance with the terms of a permit issued pursuant to that section.

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(B) Animal abuse: To hunt, molest, harm, frighten, lull, trap, chase, tease, shoot or otherwise disturb any animal in its natural state or possess or remove any animal from its natural state or any eggs of the same.
(C) Animals: To hitch, fasten, lead, drive, ride or free from restraint any animal or fowl of any kind without the written approval of the Department. This shall not apply to dogs within a posted dog park area, as defined in § 6.04.020, or when led by a leash, cord or chain, no more than six feet long and under the immediate care and control of the owner or another person competent to exercise care, custody and control thereof. Owners of said dogs are responsible for the conduct of the animal, for the proper disposal of all waste and fecal matter, and must comply with the rules and regulations set forth in § 6.12.130. This subsection shall also not apply to service dogs, as that term is defined in § 6.04.020. Except for service dogs, as that term is defined in § 6.04.020, animals are not allowed in any recreational buildings/facilities, sports fields, or any part of a public park that is designed or intended as a play area for children, including, without limitation, tot lots and any area where play equipment is located, as well as the area underlying and surrounding such play equipment that may contain sand, woodchips, rubber mulch or similar material. (D) Bathing: To bathe in any facility not designated for that purpose. (E) City employees: To obstruct, hinder, harass or intimidate city employees or officers while they are performing their assigned job responsibilities for the city. (F) Disruptive behavior: Participating in riotous or hazardous activities or behaving in such an unruly, destructive, or hazardous manner that it disturbs the public peace, or which may intimidate or disturb other park patrons or residences or businesses near a park or any other city facility, provided that this prohibition shall not be applied so as to infringe the rights of park users to engage in speech or other expressive activity protected by the First Amendment to the Constitution.
(G) Dumping: To discard or dump any liquid or solid waste in any area not designated for such purposes, including waterways, lakes or fountains.
(H) Fire: Make or kindle a fire with wood, kindling, or any solid fuel other than charcoal without written approval from the Department.
(I) Fireworks: To carry or discharge firecrackers or fireworks, except that this prohibition shall not apply to fireworks displays sponsored or arranged by the city. (J) Food preparation: Cook or prepare any meal, barbecue or picnic except in the areas designated for such use without written approval from the Department. (K) Glass containers: No glass containers shall be permitted. (L) Golf: To engage in the game of golf, or to hit or "chip" any golf ball or similar object with a golf club or similar instrument except in areas designated for such activity. (M) Graffiti: To allow or cause graffiti or tagging in, on or around any part of a public park, a recreation building or facility or amenities.

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(N) Loitering: To gather, loiter, wander or remain prior to or after the hours of operation without the written permission of the Department. No person in a public park, recreation building/facility or amenity that has been declared closed to the public while such person is in the area shall fail to depart from the area within ten minutes or such time as is necessary to remove his or her possessions after having been requested to do so. (O) Reckless operation: To ride or use any bicycles, roller skates, in-line skates or skateboards at a public park in a reckless manner or with willful disregard for the safety of persons or property or to cause such items to be ridden or used in such a manner. (P) Refuse: To leave garbage, cans, bottles, papers or other refuse elsewhere than in the receptacles provided.
(Q) Remote controlled toys: To operate any remote controlled or motorized toy in an unsafe manner or in a manner constituting a public nuisance.
(R) Sale of goods and for-profit activities: The sale or solicitation for sale of goods, wares, commodities, services, or any other thing without written authorization from the City Manager, including but not limited to activities that: (i) use a public park or recreational buildings/facilities to complete the terms of sale; (ii) use a public park or recreational buildings/facilities to provide a service as a result of the sale; or (iii) affect park operations, facility use or visitor safety. Without limiting the foregoing, any type of for-profit activity, class, program or lesson conducted, provided or led by an instructor, trainer, guide or leader, including, without limitation, fitness/athletic classes or camps, animal training, or childcare programs, are prohibited in all public parks and recreational buildings/facilities.
(S) Smoking: No person shall smoke or use any tobacco product or any electronic smoking device within the boundaries of any public park or recreation area within the city. This prohibition shall not operate to ban smoking, tobacco product use or electronic smoking device use in or upon public streets or alleys adjacent to any public park or recreation area, but shall prohibit such acts on sidewalks and in off-street public parking areas adjacent to or within public parks or recreation areas.
(T) Camping: To camp except as otherwise provided in § 9.26.010 of this code. (U) Storage: Store personal property, including camp facilities and camping paraphernalia. (V) Unattended vehicles: To leave any vehicle unattended overnight without the approval of the Department.
(W) Unauthorized equipment: To use rockets, torpedoes, air guns, sling shots or similar devices.
(X) Unlawful entry: For members of the opposite sex over the age of ten years to enter any toilet, restroom, dressing room or other facility for exclusive use by the opposite sex. (Y) Use of electronic equipment: The use of city electrical outlets to provide power to electronic equipment is prohibited, provided that this prohibition shall not apply to individuals who have made a reservation pursuant to § 12.24.080 of this code. Electronic equipment is defined

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as any device that requires an electrical outlet for power including, but not limited to, televisions, radios, computers, cellular telephones, portable heaters, fans, cooking devices (i.e., hot plates, crock pots, toasters, toaster ovens, and the like) and personal hygiene items (i.e., electronic razors, hairdryers, curling irons, and the like).
(Z) Vehicle parking: Vehicle parking unless in compliance with Title 10 of this code. (AA) Vehicle service: To attempt to service or remove parts from a vehicle. This shall not apply to those instances where service must be provided to a vehicle for the immediate reestablishment of its operation and removal from the area. (BB) Bicycles, vehicles and other means of transportation: Operating or riding bicycles, skateboards (as defined in § 10.52.010), roller skates, in-line skates, and non-motorized scooters on playgrounds, open fields, sports fields, and any turf/landscape areas within any public park.

Bicycles, skateboards, roller skates and in-line skates, and non-motorized scooters may be operated or ridden only on designated walkways and sidewalks within public parks provided that bicycles are operated or ridden in a manner that complies with all applicable regulations set forth in Chapter

10.48 of this code. Vehicles, go-carts, motorized scooters, and Segway personal transportation devices, or sporting activities related thereto are prohibited in public parks. (CC) Violation of skate park rules: Violation of any rules established by the city for the use of the city skate parks including, but not limited to, violations consisting of creating a disturbance; use of the skate park by an unsupervised minor under 14 years of age; and entry into the skate park without wearing all required protective equipment, including knee pads, elbow pads, and a helmet. (DD) Violation of rules and regulations: Violation of any rules and regulations established by the city for the use of public parks, recreation buildings/facilities, and amenities provided they meet the following:
(1) The rules and regulations are established in writing as an administrative policy; (2) The administrative policy is posted on the city's website; and (3) The rules and regulations are referenced in signs posted pursuant to § 12.24.060.

12.24.040 Violations and penalties; enforcement.
(A) Violations. It shall be unlawful for any person to violate any provision, or to fail to comply with the requirements of this chapter. Violations of any of the provisions or failing to comply with any of the requirements of this chapter may be enforced pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 1.08 of this code. Each day that a violation continues is deemed to be a new and separate offense. No proof of knowledge, intent, or other mental state is required to establish a violation. (B) Violations by minors.
(1) Where a violation of this chapter is committed by a minor and the violation is the minor’s first violation of this chapter, in lieu of enforcement pursuant to subsection (A), the enforcement officer may allow the minor to complete a bicycle safety educational course approved by the Chief

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of Police. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the violation by the minor shall be considered a first violation for purposes of determining fines and/or penalties for any subsequent violations. (2) The parent of any unemancipated minor, shall not authorize or knowingly permit such minor to violate any of the provisions of this chapter. (3) If the person who violates a provision of this chapter is an unemancipated minor, the parent or legal guardian having control or custody of the minor shall be jointly and severally liable with the minor for the amount of any fine imposed pursuant to this chapter. (C) Ejection from park. The City Manager and Enforcement Officers (as defined in § 1.08.120) shall have the authority to eject and expel from any public park, recreation building/facility or amenity any person in violation of this chapter. Failure to expeditiously leave the park, building, facility, or amenity after being so directed by the City Manager or an Enforcement Officer, and following a reasonable amount of time to gather personal belongings, shall be a violation of this section.
(D) Remedies cumulative. The remedies specified in this section are cumulative and in addition to any other remedies available under state or local law for a violation of this chapter.

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CHAPTER 10.48

BICYCLES
Sections

10.48.010 Definitions.

10.48.020 Registration – Required.

10.48.0230 License – Serial number – Required.

10.48.040 Registration – Procedure.

10.48.050 License – Renewal.

10.48.060 Transfer of ownership.

10.48.070 Change of address.

10.48.080 Loss or theft of license tab or registration form.

10.48.0390 Loss or theft of bicycle, electric bicycle or motorized bicycle.

10.48.100 Record of bicycles or motorized bicycles bought or sold required.

10.48. 11040 Serial number or registration plate – Display requirement.

10.48.120 Equipment.

10.48. 13050 Operatingonal procedures.

10.48. 14060 Violations by minors.

10.48.150 Tricycle or velocipede.

10.48.010 Definitions.

Unless the particular provision of the context otherwise requires, the definitions and provisions contained in this section shall govern the construction, meaning and application of words and phrases used in this chapter. Unless the context otherwise clearly indicates, words used in the singular include the plural and words used in the plural includes the singular. (A) A "bBicycle" is a device upon which any person may ride, propelled exclusively by human power, through a belt, chain or gears and having two or three wheels in a tandem or tricycle arrangementhas the same meaning as set forth in California Vehicle Code § 231, as presently adopted or subsequently amended. An electric bicycle is a bicycle. “Electric bicycle” or “E-bike” has the same meaning as set forth in California Vehicle Code § 312.5, as presently adopted or subsequently amended.
“Minor” means any person under the age if eighteen (18).

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(B) A "mMotorized bicycle" is means any two-wheeled or three-wheeled device having fully operative pedals for propulsion by human power, or having no pedals if powered solely by electrical energy, and an automatic transmission and a motor which produces less than two gross brake horsepower and is capable of propelling the device at a maximum speed of not more than 30 miles per hour on level ground.

10.48.020 Registration – Required.

10.48.0230 License – Serial number – Required.

No city residentperson shall use, propel or operate a bicycle or motorized bicycle upon any street, alley or public highway in the city which has no serial number or license or from which the serial number, license or identifying marks of the city’s identifying symbol have been removed, altered or mutilated.

10.48.040 Registration – Procedure.

10.48.070 Change of address.

In the event that any license tab or registration form is lost, stolen or mutilated, the licensee of such bicycle or motorized bicycle shall immediately notify the City Police Department of such and within ten days after such notification shall apply to the city for a duplicate license plate or registration form. Thereupon, the city shall, upon the payment of $1, issue such applicant a replacement license plate or registration form.

10.48.0390 Loss or theft of bicycle or motorized bicycle.

It is the duty of each and every owner or person in charge or control of any registered bicycle or motorized bicycle to immediately notify the City Police Department of its loss or theft.

10.48.100 Record of bicycles or motorized bicycles bought or sold required.

10.48. 11040 Serial number or registration plate – Display requirement.

No person shall change the factory serial number on any bicycle or motorized bicycle., remove or permit the removal of the registration plate from any bicycle or motorized bicycle or use any bicycle or motorized bicycle upon any street, alley, public highway or public park in the city without the same being registered or use any bicycle or motorized bicycle without the registration plate being properly displayed thereon.

10.48.120 Equipment.

10.48. 13050 Operatingonal procedures.

Every person riding or operating a bicycle in the city shall observe the following rules.

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(A) Right-hand curb of roadway. The rider or operator shall keep as close to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway as possible except under any of the following situations:
(1) When overtaking and passing another bicycle or vehicle proceeding in the same direction; (2) When preparing for a left turn in an intersection or into a private road or driveway; (3) When reasonably necessary to avoid conditions (including, but not limited to, fixed or moving objects, vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians, animals, surface hazards or substandard width lanes) that make it unsafe to continue along the right-hand curb or edge. For purposes of this section, a "substandard width lane" is a lane that is too narrow for a bicycle and a vehicle to travel safely side by side within the lane.
(B) Left-hand curb of roadway. The rider or operator of a bicycle upon a roadway of a highway in the city which carries traffic in one direction only and has two or more marked traffic lanes may ride as near the left-hand curb or edge of such roadway as practicable. (C) No attachment to vehicle or person. The rider or operator shall not cling or attach themself or their bicycle to any moving vehicle or person in any other vehicle. (D) Operator must be seated. The rider or operator shall not ride other than upon or astride a permanent and regular seat attached to the bicycle.
(E) Separate seat for passenger. The rider or operator shall not allow a person riding as a passenger, and no person shall ride as a passenger, on a bicycle other than upon or astride a separate seat attached to the bicycle that is designed for the number of persons riding on the bicycle. If the passenger is a minor weighing 40 pounds or less, the seat shall have adequate provision for retaining the minor in place and for protecting the minor from the moving parts of the bicycle. (F) Carrying of packages. The rider or operator shall not carry any package, bundle or article which prohibits full control of the bicycle at all times and prevents the rider or operator from keeping at least one hand upon the handlebars.
(G) Compliance with traffic signs. The rider or operator shall comply with all boulevard stop signs and traffic signals.
(H) Parking of bicycle. The rider or operator shall park the bicycle in a bicycle rack, if available, or off the improved section of the sidewalk. The rider or operator shall not leave a bicycle lying on its side on any sidewalk or park a bicycle on a sidewalk in any other position so that there is not an adequate path for pedestrian traffic. (I) Speed limit. The rider or operator shall not operate the bicycle faster than is reasonably safe and proper, and in no event faster than a speed greater than 10mph when on any sidewalk or trail, unless otherwise posted.
(J) The rider or operator shall not ride upon any playgrounds, open fields, sports fields, and any turf/landscape areas within any public parkpark or playground where children are playing. (K) Turning or crossing roadway. The rider or operator shall turn or cross a roadway only at intersections, alleys or driveways.
point in the lane of traffic nearest the direction in which the turn is to be made.

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(ML) Obstructed view. The rider or operator shall stop before riding out of an intersection or driveway where the view is obstructed.
(NM) Awareness of surroundings. The rider or operator shall make all reasonable efforts to observe whether anyone is close behind before making a sudden stop or turn. (ON) Stop for accidents. In case of an accident or collision, the rider or operator shall stop and give his or her name, address, license number and any other relevant information requested assistance.
(PO) No trick riding. The rider or operator shall not perform or attempt to perform any trick riding that is dangerous to the rider or operator or any other person. (QP) Business districts. The rider or operator shall not ride on sidewalks in business districts, as defined in Vehicle Code § 235.
(Q) Riding on sidewalks. Where bicycle riding on sidewalks is permitted, the rider or operator shall ride in the same direction as the flow of traffic on the roadway adjacent to the sidewalk whenever practicable.
(R) Yield to pedestrians. When on sidewalks or trails, the rider or operator shall yield to pedestrians and provide an audible warning when passing pedestrians or other bicycles.

10.48.14060 Violations by minorsand penalties.
(A) Violations. It shall be unlawful for any person to violate any provision, or to fail to comply with the requirements of this chapter. Violations of any of the provisions or failing to comply with any of the requirements of this chapter may be enforced pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 1.08 of this code. Each day that a violation continues is deemed to be a new and separate offense. No proof of knowledge, intent, or other mental state is required to establish a violation. (B) Violations by minors.
(1) Where this chapter has been violated bya violation of any provision of this chapter is is the minor’s first violation of this chapter, in lieu of such fine or imprisonment as may be enforcement officer may allow the minor to complete a bicycle safety educational course approved by the Chief of Police. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the violation by the minor shall be considered a first violation for purposes of determining fines and/or penalties for any subsequent violations.Chief of Police may prohibit the operation upon the streets, alleys and public places in (2) If the person who violates a provision of this chapter is an unemancipated minor, the parent or legal guardian having control or custody of the minor shall be jointly and severally liable with the minor for the amount of any fine imposed pursuant to this chapter. (C) Remedies cumulative. The remedies specified in this section are cumulative and in addition to any other remedies available under state or local law for a violation of this chapter.

10.48.150 Tricycle or velocipede.

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CHAPTER 12.24

PARKS AND RECREATION AREAS

12.24.020 Definitions.

For the purpose of carrying out the intent of this chapter, words, phrases and terms used herein shall have their ordinary meaning unless otherwise as follows. (A) "Amenities" shall be defined as any enclosed or partially enclosed public spaces designated for specific purposes and the areas directly adjacent to those spaces. This includes, but is not limited to, picnic shelters, ballfields, playgrounds, skate parks, parking lots and tennis, volleyball and basketball courts. Such areas may be used informally and without the presence or approval of Department staff.
“Bicycle” shall be as defined in § 10.48.010 of this code. (B) "Camp" shall be as defined in § 9.26.010 of this code. (C) "Camp facility" shall be as defined in § 9.26.010 of this code. (D) "Camp paraphernalia" shall be as defined in § 9.26.010 of this code. (E) "Department" shall be defined as the City of Corona Community Services Department. (F) "Director" shall be defined as the Community Services Director or his or her designee. (H) "City Manager" shall be defined as the City Manager of the City of Corona or his or her designee.
“Minor” means any person under the age of eighteen (18). (I) "Organized group athletic event" shall be defined as a group of eight or more persons using a public park, recreational buildings/facilities or amenities for a planned or scheduled sport or athletic event, including, without limitation, practicing, conducting drills, camps, games, scrimmages and similar coordinated or structured activity. The term "organized group athletic event" shall not include any type of for-profit activity, class, program or lesson provided or led by an instructor, which is prohibited pursuant to § 12.24.030(R). (J) "Outdoor festival" shall be defined as any music festival, dance festival, rock festival or similar musical activity at which music is provided by paid or amateur performers or by prerecorded means and which is open to the public as established in Chapter 5.30. (K) "Public parks" shall be defined as all developed and undeveloped park spaces dedicated for public use, landscape maintenance districts, open space areas, pedestrian or bike trails or access ways, planted parkways and pathways and the area directly adjacent to those spaces that are maintained by the city.
(L) "Recreation buildings/facilities" shall be defined as any structure and the area directly adjacent to that structure that falls under the jurisdiction of the Department. This includes, but is not limited to, the Fiesta Bandshell, Historic Civic Center Theater, City Park and Auburndale

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pools, Civic Center Historic Community Room, Civic Center Historic Gymnasium, Senior Center, Brentwood, Victoria, River Road Center, Main Street Community Center and Auburndale Recreation Center. Such areas may only be used in the presence of or with the prior approval of the Department.
(M) "Sleep" shall be as defined in § 9.26.010 of this code. (N) "Smoke or Smoking" shall be defined as carrying or holding a lighted pipe, cigar, or cigarette, or any other lighted smoking product or equipment used to burn any tobacco products, weed, plant, or combustible substance, or the use of any electronic smoking device. Smoking includes emitting or exhaling the fumes of any pipe, cigar, cigarette, or any other lighted smoking equipment used for burning any tobacco product, weed, plant, or any other combustible substance and the emitting or exhaling of vapor or aerosol from an electronic smoking device. (O) "Special event" shall be defined as any meeting, assembly, parade or other event open to the public and proposed to be conducted in or upon the public streets, highways or public parks of the city as established in Chapter 9.20.
(P) "Tobacco product" shall be defined as any substance containing tobacco leaf, including but not limited to cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, snuff, chewing tobacco, dipping tobacco, bidis, or any other preparation of tobacco.

12.24.030 Prohibited conduct.

No person shall perform any of the acts hereafter specified in or upon any public street, alley, sidewalk, parkway, public park, recreation building or facility, or other city facility, except as otherwise provided herein.
(A) Alcohol: Consume any alcoholic beverage, or possess or sell any can, bottle or other receptacle containing any alcoholic beverage (as the term "alcoholic beverage" is defined by California Business and Professions Code § 23004, as amended) which has been opened, or a seal broken, or the contents of which has been partially removed. Notwithstanding the foregoing, this prohibition shall not apply to the facility designated in § 9.22.020, provided the consumption, possession, or sale of alcohol is in compliance with the terms of a permit issued pursuant to that section.
(B) Animal abuse: To hunt, molest, harm, frighten, lull, trap, chase, tease, shoot or otherwise disturb any animal in its natural state or possess or remove any animal from its natural state or any eggs of the same.
(C) Animals: To hitch, fasten, lead, drive, ride or free from restraint any animal or fowl of any kind without the written approval of the Department. This shall not apply to dogs within a posted dog park area, as defined in § 6.04.020, or when led by a leash, cord or chain, no more than six feet long and under the immediate care and control of the owner or another person competent to exercise care, custody and control thereof. Owners of said dogs are responsible for the conduct of the animal, for the proper disposal of all waste and fecal matter, and must comply with the rules and regulations set forth in § 6.12.130. This subsection shall also not apply to service dogs, as that term is defined in § 6.04.020. Except for service dogs, as that term is defined in § 6.04.020, animals

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are not allowed in any recreational buildings/facilities, sports fields, or any part of a public park that is designed or intended as a play area for children, including, without limitation, tot lots and any area where play equipment is located, as well as the area underlying and surrounding such play equipment that may contain sand, woodchips, rubber mulch or similar material. (D) Bathing: To bathe in any facility not designated for that purpose. (E) City employees: To obstruct, hinder, harass or intimidate city employees or officers while they are performing their assigned job responsibilities for the city. (F) Disruptive behavior: Participating in riotous or hazardous activities or behaving in such an unruly, destructive, or hazardous manner that it disturbs the public peace, or which may intimidate or disturb other park patrons or residences or businesses near a park or any other city facility, provided that this prohibition shall not be applied so as to infringe the rights of park users to engage in speech or other expressive activity protected by the First Amendment to the Constitution.
(G) Dumping: To discard or dump any liquid or solid waste in any area not designated for such purposes, including waterways, lakes or fountains.
(H) Fire: Make or kindle a fire with wood, kindling, or any solid fuel other than charcoal without written approval from the Department.
(I) Fireworks: To carry or discharge firecrackers or fireworks, except that this prohibition shall not apply to fireworks displays sponsored or arranged by the city. (J) Food preparation: Cook or prepare any meal, barbecue or picnic except in the areas designated for such use without written approval from the Department. (K) Glass containers: No glass containers shall be permitted. (L) Golf: To engage in the game of golf, or to hit or "chip" any golf ball or similar object with a golf club or similar instrument except in areas designated for such activity. (M) Graffiti: To allow or cause graffiti or tagging in, on or around any part of a public park, a recreation building or facility or amenities.
(N) Loitering: To gather, loiter, wander or remain prior to or after the hours of operation without the written permission of the Department. No person in a public park, recreation building/facility or amenity that has been declared closed to the public while such person is in the area shall fail to depart from the area within ten minutes or such time as is necessary to remove his or her possessions after having been requested to do so. (O) Reckless operation: To ride or use any bicycles, roller skates, in-line skates or skateboards at a public park in a reckless manner or with willful disregard for the safety of persons or property or to cause such items to be ridden or used in such a manner. (P) Refuse: To leave garbage, cans, bottles, papers or other refuse elsewhere than in the receptacles provided.

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(Q) Remote controlled toys: To operate any remote controlled or motorized toy in an unsafe manner or in a manner constituting a public nuisance.
(R) Sale of goods and for-profit activities: The sale or solicitation for sale of goods, wares, commodities, services, or any other thing without written authorization from the City Manager, including but not limited to activities that: (i) use a public park or recreational buildings/facilities to complete the terms of sale; (ii) use a public park or recreational buildings/facilities to provide a service as a result of the sale; or (iii) affect park operations, facility use or visitor safety. Without limiting the foregoing, any type of for-profit activity, class, program or lesson conducted, provided or led by an instructor, trainer, guide or leader, including, without limitation, fitness/athletic classes or camps, animal training, or childcare programs, are prohibited in all public parks and recreational buildings/facilities.
(S) Smoking: No person shall smoke or use any tobacco product or any electronic smoking device within the boundaries of any public park or recreation area within the city. This prohibition shall not operate to ban smoking, tobacco product use or electronic smoking device use in or upon public streets or alleys adjacent to any public park or recreation area, but shall prohibit such acts on sidewalks and in off-street public parking areas adjacent to or within public parks or recreation areas.
(T) Camping: To camp except as otherwise provided in § 9.26.010 of this code. (U) Storage: Store personal property, including camp facilities and camping paraphernalia. (V) Unattended vehicles: To leave any vehicle unattended overnight without the approval of the Department.
(W) Unauthorized equipment: To use rockets, torpedoes, air guns, sling shots or similar devices.
(X) Unlawful entry: For members of the opposite sex over the age of ten years to enter any toilet, restroom, dressing room or other facility for exclusive use by the opposite sex. (Y) Use of electronic equipment: The use of city electrical outlets to provide power to electronic equipment is prohibited, provided that this prohibition shall not apply to individuals who have made a reservation pursuant to § 12.24.080 of this code. Electronic equipment is defined as any device that requires an electrical outlet for power including, but not limited to, televisions, radios, computers, cellular telephones, portable heaters, fans, cooking devices (i.e., hot plates, crock pots, toasters, toaster ovens, and the like) and personal hygiene items (i.e., electronic razors, hairdryers, curling irons, and the like).
(Z) Vehicle parking: Vehicle parking unless in compliance with Title 10 of this code. (AA) Vehicle service: To attempt to service or remove parts from a vehicle. This shall not apply to those instances where service must be provided to a vehicle for the immediate reestablishment of its operation and removal from the area. (BB) Bicycles, Vvehicles and other means of transportation: Operating or riding Bbicyclesing, skateboardsing (as defined in § 10.52.010), roller skatesing, and in-line skatesing, and non-motorized scooters on playgrounds, open fields, sports fields, and any turf/landscape areas

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within any public park. Bicycles, skateboards, roller skates and in-line skates, and non-motorized scooters may be operated or ridden only on designated walkways and sidewalks within public parks provided that bicycles are operated or ridden in a manner that complies with all applicable regulations set forth in Chapter 10.48 of this code. vVehicles, go-carts, motorized scooters, and Segway personal transportation devices, or sporting activities related thereto are prohibited in public parksexcept in areas designated by council resolution and posted. A bicycle may be wheeled or pushed by hand over any area reserved for pedestrian use. (CC) Violation of skate park rules: Violation of any rules established by the city for the use of the city skate parks including, but not limited to, violations consisting of creating a disturbance; use of the skate park by an unsupervised minor under 14 years of age; and entry into the skate park without wearing all required protective equipment, including knee pads, elbow pads, and a helmet. (DD) Violation of rules and regulations: Violation of any rules and regulations established by the city for the use of public parks, recreation buildings/facilities, and amenities provided they meet the following:
(1) The rules and regulations are established in writing as an administrative policy; (2) The administrative policy is posted on the city's website; and (3) The rules and regulations are referenced in signs posted pursuant to § 12.24.060.

12.24.040 Violations and penalties; Eenforcement.
(A) Violations. It shall be unlawful for any person to violate any provision, or to fail to comply with the requirements of this chapter. Violations of any of the provisions or failing to comply with any of the requirements of this chapter may be enforced pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 1.08 of this code. Each day that a violation continues is deemed to be a new and separate offense. No proof of knowledge, intent, or other mental state is required to establish a violation. (B) Violations by minors.
(1) Where a violation of this chapter is committed by a minor and the violation is the minor’s first violation of this chapter, in lieu of enforcement pursuant to subsection (A), the enforcement officer may allow the minor to complete a bicycle safety educational course approved by the Chief of Police. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the violation by the minor shall be considered a first violation for purposes of determining fines and/or penalties for any subsequent violations. (2) The parent of any unemancipated minor, shall not authorize or knowingly permit such minor to violate any of the provisions of this chapter. (3) If the person who violates a provision of this chapter is an unemancipated minor, the parent or legal guardian having control or custody of the minor shall be jointly and severally liable with the minor for the amount of any fine imposed pursuant to this chapter. (D) Remedies cumulative. The remedies specified in this section are cumulative and in addition to any other remedies available under state or local law for a violation of this chapter.

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Regulating Electric
Gary Griffitts
Lieutenant, Police Department
06/17/2026

R E C O M M E N D E D A C T I O N
Approve first reading of an ordinance
amending CMC Chapter 10.48
(Bicycles) and Chapter 12.24 (Parks
and Recreation Areas)
02

W H Y N O W
E-bike collisions have climbed from zero
to 25 in five years
0 2 5
1 8
2 5
25 e-bike collisions in 2025 — up from zero
in 2021 , with rising juvenile involvement.

Traditional bicycle collisions stayed
steady over the same period.
03 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025

T H E C U R R E N T C O D E
Chapter 10.48 was not written for e-bikes
✕ No definition of an electric
bicycle or the State's three
classes.
✕ A 1978 registration & licensing
program the City no longer
administers.
✕ No sidewalk safety rules
were written to protect
pedestrians.
✕ No clear rules for bikes
and e-bikes in City parks.
04

F R O M D I R E C T I O N T O O R D I N A N C E
How we got here

COUNCIL DIRECTION
April 15,
2026
Staff presented a
proposed approach.

Council heard public
comment and directed
staff to return with
ordinance language.

INTRODUCTION TONIGHT
June 17, 2026
The proposed ordinance
incorporates the Council's
input, modernizes the
chapter, and ensures
consistency across the
parks chapter.
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T H E O R D I N A N C E
What the ordinance does
Eight changes across Chapters 10.48 and

12.24, from definitions to enforcement.
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D E F I N I T I O N S · S E C T I O N 1 0 . 4 8 . 0 1 0 Adopting the State's three-class system
CLASS 1
20 mph
Pedal-assist only. Motor
helps while you pedal.

CLASS 2
20 mph
Throttle-assisted. Motor
can move the bike on its
own.

CLASS 3
28 mph
Pedal-assist, higher
speed. Subject to extra
State rules.
"Bicycle" now follows CVC 231 and "electric bicycle" follows CVC 312.5 — so every rule in the chapter applies to both.
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M O D E R N I Z I N G T H E C H A P T E R
Repeal obsolete sections, keep relevant
ones
Repeal the 1978 registration & licensing program
License tabs, ownership filings, and dealer records the City no longer administers.
✓ Keep the serial-number rule
Retained as a tool for investigating bicycle theft.
✕ Drop the duplicate equipment section
Lamp and reflector rules for darkness are already
set statewide by CVC 21201.
08 ✕

S I D E W A L K R I D I N G · S E C T I O N 1 0 . 4 8 . 0 5 0 ( P ) Allow bikes on sidewalks, except in business
districts
1 Driveway & intersection conflicts
The most common cause of collisions in
our business corridors.
2 Dense, unpredictable foot traffic
Shoppers, diners, and pedestrians who
can't react quickly.
3 Obstructed sight lines
Doors, signage, and parked cars hide
riders and walkers from each other.

E-bikes magnify every one of
these risks — heavier and faster,
with longer stopping distances and
more severe injuries.

Authority: CVC 21206. A bright-line rule is
clearer to post and enforce than a speed
limit alone — and keeps Corona consistent
with the region.
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W H E R E R I D I N G I S A L L O W E D · 1 0 . 4 8 . 0 5 0 ( I ) , ( Q ) , ( R ) New safety rules for sidewalks and trails
10 10 mph limit
On any sidewalk or trail, unless
otherwise posted.
→
Ride with traffic
Travel the same direction as the
adjacent roadway when practicable.
♪
Yield & warn
Yield to pedestrians and give an audible
warning before passing.
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C O N T E X T
In step with the region and the State
Local jurisdictions that restrict sidewalk riding in some fashion:

Riverside County City of
Riverside
Huntington Beach Santa
Ana
Irvine
Newport Beach
Pending State legislation would set a 10 mph sidewalk limit and other e-bike rules. These amendments were drafted to be consistent — so Corona would need little or no revision if those bills pass. 11 Orange
Local jurisdictions that do not restrict sidewalk riding:

Temecula Palm Springs Palm Desert
Anaheim Yorba Linda

C I T Y P A R K S · 1 0 . 4 8 . 0 5 0 ( J ) & C H A P T E R 1 2 . 2 4 Clear rules for bikes and e-bikes in
parks
✕
No riding on play areas
Playgrounds, sports fields, turf, and
landscaped areas are off-limits.
✓
Designated paths only
Ride only on designated walkways and
sidewalks, following Chapter 10.48.

Motorized scooters and go-carts remain
prohibited. Ejection from a park remains
available as a tool.
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J U V E N I L E R I D E R S · S E C T I O N 1 0 . 4 8 . 0 6 0 Education before enforcement
A minor's first violation can be
resolved with an approved bicycle
safety course instead of a
citation.

It still counts as a first violation, so
penalties escalate if there's a next
time.

Parents stay responsible. A
parent or guardian is jointly liable
for any fine imposed on a minor.

Builds on parental civil liability
already set by Civil Code 1714.1.
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P E N A L T I E S · C M C 1 . 0 8 . 0 2 5
An escalating penalty structure
$100
First offense
An education option is
available for a minor's first
violation.
$200
Second offense
For a second violation within
one year.
$500
Each additional
For every further violation
within the year.

Already in our code, and consistent with Riverside County Ordinance 995. 14

S E T T I N G E X P E C T A T I O N S
The City cannot generally seize e-bikes
State law preempts a local
seizure power. CVC 22651.08
allows removing only a Class 3 ebike ridden by someone under 16; CVC 21 bars the City from
going further.

The ordinance repeals an old 30-day impoundment provision the City couldn't lawfully use anyway.

What the City keeps: • Removing a Class
3 e-bike from a rider under 16. • Seizing a
bike as evidence in a crime or collision.

Our principal tools instead: the firstviolation education option, escalating penalties, and parental responsibility.
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T H E R E C O M M E N D A T I O N
That the City Council:
✓ Approve first reading of an ordinance
amending CMC Chapter 10.48
(Bicycles) and Chapter 12.24 (Parks
and Recreation Areas)
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