Proposed rules would add restrictions on student e-bikes and motorized vehicles at school

What happened

District 70 presented proposed updates to its student vehicle policy that would set specific rules for e-bikes, scooters, mopeds and other vehicles on school grounds. The draft would bar students under 16 from riding Class 3 e-bikes, require helmets for riders under 18, and require licenses, registration and insurance for low-powered scooters and mopeds.

Why it matters to families

If adopted, the rules would clarify which vehicles students may bring to campus and the safety and legal requirements they must meet; the draft also bans ATVs, pocket bikes and other off-highway vehicles on school grounds.

The evidence

The Nov. 10 agenda lists the policy revisions as a presentation under Discussion, not an action item. The accompanying policy explanation describes the proposed age and helmet requirements for Class 3 e-bikes, licensing, registration and insurance requirements for low-powered scooters and mopeds, and a ban on off-highway vehicles. It says the policy would apply on district school property.

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