City of Redondo BeachElectric and Pedal Bicycles
History
Bike Paths
E-Bikes
Regulation
Education / Outreach
Moving Forward
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Background & History
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Green Option
Ease of Use & Available
Bike Lane / Path Classes I – IV
CLASS I: Separated from vehicles and shared with people The Bike Path
CLASS II: Separated from road w/ painted line
Grant Ave.
CLASS III: Bicycles mixed w/ pedestrians and traffic
500-800 Esplanade
CLASS IV: Bicycles are separated by physical barrier
Harbor Drive
Class II Class III
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Types of Electric Bicycles
WE ARE THE COMMUNITY - LEADING THE WAY IN LAW ENFORCEMENT Class I E- Bike
Pedal assisted
operates <20 MPH
Class II E- Bike
Throttle with pedal power
Can exclusively power w/out pedal
<20 MPH
Class III E-Bike
Pedal assisted Up to 28 MPH
Must wear a helmet
16 years or older
Cannot transport passenger
Not on Class 1 bike path
Vehicle Code Compliance
21200(a)(1) CVC- subject to all the provisions applicable to the driver of a vehicle 21201 CVC- Proper equipment necessary to lawfully operate a bicycle 21202(a) CVC- Ride as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge 21204(b) CVC- (Riding double) An operator shall not allow 21208(a) CVC- Must use the bicycle lane, if traveling < normal speed for traffic. 21650.1CVC- Bicyclist must travel the same direction as vehicles on the roadway 22450(a) CVC- Bicyclists must stop at the limit line for any posted stop sign 27400 CVC- Bicyclist may not wear a headset covering both ears
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Redondo Beach Municipal Codes
3-1.03- Prohibited bicycle riding on sidewalks, when posted 4-35.14- Roller skating, in-line skating and bicycle riding in parks. 12-2.07- Bicycle riding is prohibited on any portion of any pier, parking structure.
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ENGAGEMENT& EDUCATION
VISUAL REMINDERS POSTED AROUND THE CITY
PARTNERSHIPS WITH STAKEHOLDERS
SEEK FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR EDUCATION & ENFORCEMENT
COMMUNITY MEETINGS
ENGAGING IN THE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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ENFORCEMENT
Since 2020
501 Bicycle Traffic Stops
221 Citations Issued
139 Collisions Reported
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City Ordinance
WE ARE THE COMMUNITY - LEADING THE WAY IN LAW ENFORCEMENT City of Hermosa Beach- Electric Bicycle prohibited under power on bike path.
Prohibit the use of Electric Bicycles (Under Power)
Certain Class Electric Bicycles
School Zones
Shopping Districts
Certain Bike Paths / Lanes
Time of Use (not after 10:00 PM)
DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING ELECTRIC BICYCLE ENFORCEMENT AND EDUCATION IN THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA
OPTIONS
Continue to address public safety concerns and unlawful electric bicycle use in the community with enforcement of applicable existing bicycle law, community engagement, and public education.
Direct Staff to return to City Council, at a future date, with a draft Ordinance for consideration governing the lawful and safe use of electric bicycles in the City of Redondo Beach
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