HomeMy WebLinkAboutAug2025_E Vehicles PresentationELECTRIC RECREATION VEHICLES
August 21, 2025
Community Engagement Committee
Presented by: Commander Phil Englin
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Background
The use of electric recreation vehicles is increasing rapidly
Rules and regulations related to these vehicles is widely unknown by residents
Police staff are witnessing examples of unsafe usage
City is receiving calls from resident about their concerns
Discussed with City Council at the August 12 work session
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E-Bike Regulations
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Next Steps
Ordinance amendments for golf carts and ATVs
- require an age limit to operate
Public education campaign
- We need your help!
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Educational Efforts
School Resource Officer (a Prior Lake police officer) working with schools on parent communication
Educational handouts to violators by police officers
Social media campaign
Update City website
Include a page on regulations and laws in 2026 Recreation catalog
Do a piece for the bi-monthly PL Paper in the spring
Other ideas?
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