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A036 - Discussion on considering a micromobility ordinance
ITEM #:37 DEPT:CMO March 11, 2025 Staff Report PROPOSED MICROMOBILITY ORDINANCE BACKGROUND: Please see the attached staff report on micromobility. ATTACHMENT(S): Micromobility Staff Report.pdf Attachment A - Ames Chapter 4 Bicycles.pdf Ankeny Ordinance.pdf Cedar Falls, IA Ordinances.pdf Cedar Rapids Ordinances.pdf Des Moines Ordinances.pdf Iowa City Ordinance.pdf ISU Bike Map 2024.pdf 1 515.239.5101 main 515.239.5142 fax 515 Clark Ave. Ames, IA 50010 www.CityofAmes.org City Manager’s Office STAFF REPORT To: Mayor and City Council From: Pa Vang Goldbeck, Assistant City Manager Date: March 11, 2025 Subject: Council Referral – Micromobility Ordinance In October 2024, Council requested that staff develop a micromobility ordinance for Council consideration. Since then, staff have researched existing micromobility ordinances and evaluated the different components. This report is intended to present research findings primarily from Iowa cities, as well as begin discussions on what components to consider for a micromobility ordinance for Ames. Staff is also seeking Council guidance to inform drafting sections of the micromobility ordinance. Micromobility refers to a range of small, lightweight vehicles driven by users personally. Micromobility devices may include, but are not limited to, bicycles, e-bikes, electric scooters, electric skateboards, shared bicycle fleets, Onewheel, and electric pedal-assisted bicycles. BACKGROUND INFORMATION: • Ames Municipal Code Chapter 4 Bicycles (See attachment A) addresses bicycles, tricycles or unicycles, but does not address any electric-assisted bicycles, tricycles, unicycles or other power-assisted devices such as scooters, segways, hoverboards, etc. Notably included in the code: o Sec. 4.6 – All traffic laws apply to bicycles on the roadway. o Sec. 4.8(4) – “No person shall operate any motor vehicle, including a motorcycle, motor scooter, 'mo-ped' or motorized bicycle, when under power, upon any sidewalk or bike path separated from the roadway.” o Sec. 4.9 – Maximum speed must be “reasonable and prudent”. o Sec. 4.13 – Riding on roadways, sidewalks and bicycles paths are generally permitted except in specified areas (primarily downtown and campustown). • Ames Municipal Code Chapter 19: Parks and Recreation includes section 19.12 that prohibits bike riding in certain parks (Munn Woods; East River Valley Park and in Brookside Park on the Audubon trail). • There is no City license or permit process required for bikes, e-bikes or any other e-vehicles, such as scooters, e-scooters, one-wheelers, and other similar devices. • There is no City license or permit process established for businesses wishing to operate a bike-share or e- vehicle sharing service. • Most states have a 3-tiered classification system for bikes, including the State of Iowa: Class 1 Class 2 Class 3 Max Speed 20 mph 20 mph 28 mph Power Delivery Only pedal assist Both pedal assist & throttle Pedal assist & throttle 2 2 This tiered system provides a level of definition that is often used in local or state ordinances. Additionally, the state defines bicycle classes as being equal to or less than 750 watts (1 horsepower) and the minimum age of rider for class 3 in the state of Iowa is 16. • In the State of Iowa, cities can create additional ordinances that meet their community needs. RESEARCH FINDINGS: • Micromobility ordinances can vary greatly by state, therefore, staff has focused on micromobility ordinances for cities in Iowa. Attached are related ordinances from Ankeny, Des Moines, Cedar Falls, Cedar Rapids, and Iowa City. • Some cities require bikes or e-vehicles (such as e-bikes, scooters, e-scooters, and other similar devices) to be licensed, permitted, or registered. Of the Iowa cities researched, Cedar Falls requires registration of bicycles for a fee of $2 with the Police Department and Cedar Rapids also requires registration for a fee of $5 with the Police Department. The other cities do not require registration. • The City of Ames encourages free bicycle registration through Iowa State University for theft protection. ORDINANCE COMPONENTS PROPOSED: Assuming the Council does not want to start requiring registration of bicycles or micromobility devices for individuals or companies, staff is proposing the following components be included in any future micromobility ordinance: 1. Definitions: a. Bicycle and low-speed electric bicycle (based on tier classes above, using the State of Iowa’s definition): “Bicycle” means either of the following: (1) A device having two or three wheels and having at least one saddle or seat for the use of a rider which is propelled by human power. (2) A low-speed electric bicycle. b. Personal Transportation Device: Staff is recommending we use the Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization’s definition for personal transportation devices rather than “micromobility”: “A mobility device under 150 pounds, which may be equipped with an electric motor for assistance or sole propulsion, designed for conveying the operator, with speeds of less than 20 miles per hour, but excluding a bicycle or low-speed electric bicycle” Examples include: Any small, lightweight, electric-powered vehicle designed for single/tandem- passenger use, such as scooters, electric scooters, electric skateboards, one-wheelers, and similar devices. Any gas-powered device is prohibited on sidewalks and shared-used paths. 2. Bicycle and personal transportation device equipment safety regulations should include (these items are already in place now for all Iowa cities researched unless noted): • Lamps/lighting on front (300’) • Red lamp lighting in rear (300’) • Reflectors – can be on vehicle or on rider • Braking system • Restricting sirens or whistles unless it’s a peace officer (cities researched that do this include Ankeny, Des Moines, Cedar Falls) 3. Bicycle and personal transportation device operating safety regulations: a. Applicability of traffic laws.* b. Passenger restrictions: Limiting bicycles and personal transportation devices to one rider unless designed for multiple passengers.* c. Prohibition on clinging to any vehicle or other bicycles and personal transportation devices.* 3 3 d. Limits to carrying articles when using a bicycle and/or personal transportation devices. The user must be able to keep one hand on the handlebar at all times. The council could consider a weight restriction down the road if needed. e. Right-of-way rules:* o Research Findings: The common practice is that all bicycles and personal transportation devices must yield to pedestrians. Pedal-assisted devices should yield to human-powered bicycles and other human-powered conveyances (Ankeny). Some ordinances state the user should give an audible sign when passing. Staff is recommending similar language. f. Prohibition of reckless riding: Explicitly stating that riding a bicycles or personal transportation devices under the influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal. Additionally, bicycles and personal transportation devices must be operated in a manner that is safe, respectful, and responsive to conditions of shared-use paths, sidewalks, and city parks. g. Hands-free riding ban: Prohibiting the use of phones or other devices in your hands while operating a bicycle and personal transportation devices. h. Ability to impound bicycles and personal transportation devices that obstruct pedestrian or vehicle travel and/or devices that are abandoned. *Language around these items already exist in the Ames Chapter 4 Bicycle code. We would need to modify it as suggested above and to include personal transportation devices. AREAS FOR COUNCIL GUIDANCE: Staff is seeking Council guidance on the following areas: 1. Where should bicycles and personal transportation devices be allowed or not allowed? Research Findings: • Bicycles and personal transportation devices are typically allowed on multi-use paths, sidewalks and roadways. When both roadway and path are available, Iowa cities differ on preference for bicycles and personal transportation device users to utilize the roadway (Ankeny) or path (Cedar Rapids) or may use either (Des Moines, Iowa City). • Restrictions are typically in downtown areas or pedestrian-heavy districts. Most cities identify specific locations where riding is prohibited (Cedar Falls, Iowa City and Des Moines). • Ankeny: • Electric scooters and personal transportation devices may only operate on sidewalks less than 8 feet under certain conditions, such as if there is no bicycle lane, path, or multi-use trail available or where the speed limit on roadway is greater than 25 mph. • Riding micromobility devices are permitted on sidewalks using “careful and prudent” operation. • Micromobility devices are allowed on bicycle paths and multi-use trails equal to or greater than 8 feet in width except where signs or pavement markings explicitly prohibit riding on the path. • Cedar Rapids: Restricts use of micromobility devices on a roadway with a speed limit that is greater than 35 mph. Micromobility devices are prohibited on sidewalks in downtown and surrounding districts as specified in code or designated by City Manager. Staff Recommendation: Keep the language already in Ames Municipal Chapter 4 on bicycles and expand it to include personal transportation devices. Chapter 4 restricts riding on sidewalks in the following areas: • Main Street from Duff Avenue to Clark Avenue. • Lincoln Way on the south side thereof from Stanton Avenue to Hayward Avenue. • Hayward Avenue on the east side thereof from Lincoln Way to Hunt Street; and • Welch Avenue from Lincoln Way to Knapp Street. Additionally, riding on the street is prohibited on Grand Avenue between Lincoln Way and 30th Street. 4 4 This means that biking and personal transportation devices would both be allowed on: a. Shared-use path: pathways accessible to both pedestrians and non-motorized transportation devices, including personal transportation devices. b. Sidewalk: Public pedestrian paths adjacent to or within street rights-of-way, intended primarily for foot traffic unless it is designated as pedestrian-only. c. On streets in designated bike lanes if available, subject to traffic laws. d. Bicycle and personal transportation devices are strictly prohibited in designated pedestrian-only areas, and where only pedestrians and mobility devices for persons with disabilities are allowed. Users must also adjust their speed and operation to accommodate the presence of pedestrians, cyclists, and other path users, avoiding any actions that may cause harm or disruption. Staff recommends that if a shared-use path is less than 8 feet in width, the preference is for the bicycle or personal transportation device user to use the street if there is one adjacent. Staff comments: Municipal Code Section 19.12 prohibits bike riding in certain parks. The Parks Commission will take a more comprehensive look at bikes and personal transportation devices in City parks and provide recommendations on their use over the next few months. Additionally, staff will work on creating a map that shows areas where biking and personal transportation devices are permitted/not permitted (ex. no grassy area). 2. Should there be speed limits? If so, where? Research Findings: • Ankeny: o “careful and prudent at a rate of speed no greater than is reasonable and proper under the conditions existing at the point of operation taking into account the surroundings, and environment.” o No class 3 low-speed electric bikes allowed on sidewalks. o No class 3 low-speed electric bike allowed on bike lane, path or multi-use trail in excess of posted or applicable speed limits. If no signs are posted, restricted to less than 20 miles per hour. o Restricts going faster than 25 mph when riding on the roadway or street unless there is a bike lane present. • Des Moines: “careful and prudent manner” • Cedar Falls: “no bicycle should operate…in a reckless, careless or negligent manner, or in a manner as to endanger or interfere with lawful traffic or the use of the streets or sidewalks of the City” • Cedar Rapids: micromobility devices are defined as operating at less than 20 mph. • Iowa City: “prudent and careful manner” • Non-Iowa city speed limits: • Central Park, NY – bicycles are not allowed on pedestrian paths except the marked share paths. 20 - mph speed limit. Children under 14 must wear a helmet. Cyclists are encouraged to reduce speed where there’s heavy pedestrians. • Golden Gate Bridge and Park: E-scooters or similar devices are not allowed on the Golden Gate Bridge sidewalk. Bicycles and e-bikes are allowed on the bridge’s sidewalk and must observe 15 mph speed limit, slowing to 5 mph around the tower. • Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board – Speed on all parkways should be less than 20 mph unless posted otherwise. On public alley or park property the speed limit should be reasonable and prudent, however, no more than 10 mph. 5 5 Possible Options: A. Keep the existing Chapter 4 “reasonable and prudent” language but set “not to exceed” speeds in areas identified by City administrative staff. B. Keep the existing Chapter 4 “reasonable and prudent” language but set “not to exceed” speeds of 10 mph on multi-use paths in parks. C. Keep the existing Chapter 4 “reasonable and prudent” language as is. D. Set a “not to exceed” speed across the city at ___mph . E. Set a “not to exceed” speed based on type of facility being used (ex. streets vs multi-use path vs sidewalks) . Staff Comments: • Enforcing speed limits on bicycles and personal transportation devices is challenging. Often when cities put bicycle or personal transportation devices speed limits in place, there’s a public awareness campaign with the rollout including public education and public signage. It could also include installation of advisory speed radar signs. • It was challenging to find enforcement strategies outside of cities that have a private micromobility operator who has agreed the devices have some level of control or tracking that can be used for enforcement purposes. For example, the micromobility operator can limit the max speed a device can operate or the device has technology that can track user speed and retroactively charge users for exceeding speed limits). 3. Should exceptions be allowed? If so, what is the process? Research Findings: • Most cities allow exceptions for parades as authorized by a permit process • ADA mobility devices Staff Recommendation: Yes, the City should include an exception for parades and may grant exceptions for ADA mobility devices upon an application request. The mobility device should not be equipped to carry another person(s). Proper identification is required for these exceptions. MICROMOBILITY OPERATORS: Some cities allow shared micromobility services or operators (scooter sharing rental program, e -bike rental program, etc.). This type of service allows users to rent bikes or micromobility devices on a short -term basis, typically through a smartphone application or other digital platform. Often when this type of service is made available, the city requires a license or permit. Of the Iowa cities researched, only Cedar Rapids (Veo) and Des Moines (DSM Street Collective) have shared micromobility services actively in place, allowable through an agreement. Currently there are no micromobility operators in Ames. Iowa State University has a map where bikes are allowed on their premises (see attachment). Research Findings: • Minneapolis, MN – has a shared scooter program. Minneapolis requires scooter sharing networks to have a license agreement with the City. No one is able to obtain a license if their equipment cannot be restricted to 30 mph or less. Both Lime and Veo offer services in Minneapolis. The State of Minnesota has statutes around motorized foot scooters. According to the state statute, there is a minimum age requirement of 12 to be able to operate a motorized foot scooter. Furthermore, anyone ages 12 to 18 should wear properly fitted and fastened protective headgear. 6 6 • Chicago, IL – has a scooter sharing Business Rules – geofencing technology required on scooters, speed limiting in certain areas to 15 mph, geofencing. Any first-time user must be capped at 10 mph. In order to obtain a license, there’s an application process which requires that the applicant hav e a place of business in the city and is qualified to do business under the laws of the state. • Seattle, WA – has both a bike share and scooter share program. The Seattle Department of Transportation has a Free-floating Shared Micromobility Permit Requirement program. Vendors are issued a street use permit (can be renewed annually) to allow deploying bicycles, electric bikes, etc. Title 11 and Title 15 of the Seattle Municipal Code to deploy scooters in Seattle right -of-way for public rental. Bikes must cease to assist once they reach 15 mph. Next Steps: • Council’s guidance on the items above (specifically where to allow devices to operate, restrictions on speed and exceptions for devices) will allow staff to draft an update to Chapter 4: Bicycle to include personal transportation devices with parameters that reflects Council’s wishes. • The ordinance, once drafted, will be presented for public feedback and Council consideration. Staff will conduct outreach to targeted audiences about the draft ordinance before the first draft is brough t to Council for consideration. • The Parks and Recreation Commission will gather public feedback on use of bicycles and personal transportation devices in parks over the next few months as they are in the process of updating park rules. • If there is a desire to have a micromobility operator, and there is a private vendor interested in operating in Ames, Council could direct staff to explore this option further. Attachments: • Attachment A: Ames Ordinance on Bicycle • Ankeny Ordinance • Cedar Falls Ordinance • Cedar Rapids Ordinance • Des Moines Ordinance • Iowa City Ordinance • ISU Biking Map 7 Sup 2003-1 4-1 Rev. 1-1-03 CHAPTER 4BICYCLESSec. 4.1.RESERVED.(Ord. No. 800, Sec. 6; Code 1956, Sec 24-6; Ord. No. 2473, Sec. 2-26-74; Ord. No. 3669, 6-11-02) [State Law RefIowa Code Sec. 321.236(10)]Sec. 4.2.RESERVED.(Ord. No. 800, Sec. 7; Code 1956, Sec. 24-7; Ord No. 2473, Sections 1, 2, 2-26-74; Ord No. 3016, Sec. 1, 7-19-88;Ord. No. 3669, 6-11-02)Sec. 4.3.RESERVED.(Ord. No. 800, Sections 8, 15, Code 1956, Sections 24-8, 24-15; Ord. No. 2177, Sec. 1, 4-4-67; Ord. No. 2473, Sec.2, 2-26-74; Ord. No. 3669, 6-11-02)Sec. 4.4.RESERVED.(Ord. No. 800, Sec. 9, Code 1956, Sec. 24-9; Ord. No. 2473, Sec. 2, 2-26-74; Ord. No. 3669, 6-11-02)Sec. 4.5.RESERVED.(Ord. No. 2473, Sec. 2, 2–26-74; Ord. No. 3669, 6-11-02)Sec. 4.6. APPLICABILITY OF TRAFFIC LAWS.Every person riding a bicycle, tricycle or unicycle upon a roadway is granted all rights and is subject to all the duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle by the laws of this state declaring rules of the road applicable to vehicles or by the traffic ordinances of this city applicable to the driver of a vehicle, except as to special regulations in this chapter and except as to those provisions of laws and ordinances which by their nature can have no application.(Ord. No. 800, Sec. 18; Code 1956, Sec. 24-18) [State Law Ref. Iowa Code Sec. 321.234]Sec. 4.7. NUMBER OF PASSENGERS.No bicycle, tricycle or unicycle shall be used to carry more than one person unless equipped with a seat for each person carried.(Ord. No. 800, Sec. 20; Code 1956, Sec. 24-20(b); Ord. No. 2630, Sections 1, 2, 11-15-77)[State Law Ref.321.234(3) and 321.234(4)]Sec. 4.8. RIDING ON ROADWAYS, SIDEWALKS, BICYCLE PATHS.(1)Every person operating a bicycle, tricycle or unicycle upon a roadway shall ride as near to the right-hand side of the roadway as practicable, exercising due care when passing a standing vehicle or one proceeding in the same direction. (2)Persons riding bicycles, tricycles or unicycles upon a roadway shall not ride more than two (2) abreast except on paths or parts of roadways set aside for the exclusive use of bicycles. Single file when traffic is heavy. (3)Persons riding bicycles, tricycles or unicycles upon a bicycle path not affixed to a roadway shall yield the right-of-way to all vehicular traffic traveling on the public roadways which intersect with the bicycle path. Persons riding bicycles upon a bicycle path which is a designated lane or part of a roadway shall obey the instructions of official traffic-control signals, signs, and other control devices applicable to vehicles. 8 Sup 2003-1 4-2 Rev. 1-1-03 (4)No person shall operate any motor vehicle, including a motorcycle, motor scooter, 'mo-ped' or motorized bicycle, when under power, upon any sidewalk or bike path separated from the roadway, except that golf carts may be operated on the following described portions of bike paths: (a)The bike path along South Sixteenth Street commencing at the South Riverside Drive intersection and going north to Elwood Drive, across Elwood Drive and continuing north along the east side of Jack Trice Stadium to South fourth Street, across south Fourth Street, and then north to Center Drive; (b)The bike path along Beach Avenue from South Fourth Street north to Lincoln Way, across Lincoln Way then north along Wallace Road to its intersection with Union Drive, then south on Union Drive to Welch Avenue, then along Welch Avenue to Lincoln Way; (c)The bike path along Center Drive from Elwood Drive to Beach Avenue; and (d)The bike path along Elwood Drive from Center Drive to South Fourth Street. This exception to Sec. 4.8(4) shall be in effect from July 23, 1999 through July 29, 1999.. See also Section 19.14.(Ord. No. 800, Sec. 21; Code 1956, Sec. 24-21; Ord. No. 2473, Sections 1, 2, 2-26-73; Ord. No. 2631, Sec. 1,11-15-77; Ord. No. 2692, Sec. 1, 1-2-79; Ord. No. 3003, Sec. 6, 2-23-88; Ord. No. 3527, 6-22-99)Sec. 4.9. SPEED, OPERATION TO BE REASONABLE AND PRUDENT.No person shall operate a bicycle, tricycle or unicycle at a speed greater than, or in a manner other than is reasonable and prudent under the conditions then existing.(Ord. No. 800, Sec. 22; Code 1956, Sec. 24-22)Sec. 4.10. EMERGING FROM ALLEY, DRIVEWAY, BUILDING.The operator of a bicycle, tricycle or unicycle emerging from an alley, driveway or building shall, upon approaching a sidewalk or the sidewalk area extending across any alleyway, yield the right-of-way to all pedestrians approaching on said sidewalk or sidewalk area, and upon entering the roadway shall yield the right-of-way to all vehicles approaching on said roadway.(Ord. No. 800, Sec. 23; Code 1956, Sec. 24-23)Sec. 4.11. CLINGING TO VEHICLES.No person riding upon any bicycle, tricycle or unicycle shall attach the same or themself to any vehicle or be in any manner towed upon a roadway.(Ord. No. 800, Sec. 24; Code 1956, Sec. 24-24)Sec. 4.12. CARRYING ARTICLES.No person operating a bicycle, tricycle or unicycle shall carry any package, bundle, or article which prevents the rider from keeping at least one hand upon the handlebars.(Ord. No. 800, Sec. 26; Code 1956, Sec. 24-26)Sec. 4.13. RIDING ON SIDEWALKS.It is unlawful for any person to operate a bicycle, tricycle or unicycle upon any sidewalk on the following streets:Main Street from Duff Avenue to Clark Avenue.Lincoln Way on the south side thereof from Stanton Avenue to Hayward Avenue.Hayward Avenue on the east side thereof from Lincoln Way to Hunt Street.Welch Avenue from Lincoln Way to Knapp Street. See also Section 19.14.(Ord. No. 800, Sec. 27; Code 1956, Sec. 24-27; Ord. No. 2630, Sections 1, 2, 11-15-77; Ord. No. 3073, Sec. 1,3-20-90)Sec. 4.14. RIGHT-OF-WAY OF PEDESTRIANS ON SIDEWALKS; SIGNAL REQUIRED.Whenever any person is riding a bicycle, tricycle or unicycle upon a sidewalk, such person shall yield the right- of-way to any pedestrian and shall give audible signal before overtaking and passing any such pedestrian.(Ord. No. 800, Sec. 28; Code 1956, Sec. 24-28)9 Sup 2003-1 4-3 Rev. 1-1-03 Sec. 4.15. BICYCLES PROHIBITED ON GRAND AVENUE.The riding of bicycles, tricycles or unicycles on the roadway of Grand Avenue in the City of Ames, Iowa, is prohibited. Any person who shall ride a bicycle on the traveled portion of the roadway of Grand Avenue between Lincoln Way and 30th Street in the City of Ames shall be in violation of this section. See also Section 19.14.(Ord. No. 2647, Sec. 1, 3-28-78)Sec. 4.16. LAMPS, REFLECTORS REQUIRED.Every bicycle, tricycle or unicycle when in use during the hours from sunset to sunrise shall be equipped with a lamp on the front which shall emit a white light visible from a distance of at least five hundred (500) feet to the front and with a red reflector or lamp on the rear which shall be visible three hundred (300) feet to the rear when directly in front of lawful upper beams of headlamps on a motor vehicle.(Ord. No. 800, Sec. 30; Code 1956, Sec. 24-30; Ord. No. 2630, Sections 1, 2, 11-15-77) [State Law Ref. IowaCode Sec. 321.397]Sec. 4.17. BRAKE REQUIRED.Every bicycle shall be equipped with a brake which will enable the operator to make the braked wheel skid on dry, level, clean pavement.(Ord. No. 800, Sec. 32; Code 1956, Sec. 24-32)Sec. 4.18.PENALTIES FOR OFFENSES PERTAINING TO BICYCLES.(1)A violation of any provision of Chapter 4, Bicycles, shall be a municipal infraction punishable by a penalty of $50.00 for a person’s first violation thereof, and a penalty of $100.00 for each repeat violation. (2)Alternatively, a violation of Chapter 4 can be charged by a peace officer of the City as a simple misdemeanor.(Ord. No. 3003, Sec. 6, 2-23-88; Ord. No. 3497, Sec. 3, 8-25-98; Ord. No. 3551, 3-7-00)10 CHAPTER 76 BICYCLE AND PERSONAL TRANSPORATION DEVICES REGULATIONS 76.01 Purpose 76.07 Responsible Riding 76.02 Definitions 76.08 Place of Riding 76.03 Scope of Regulations 76.09 Parking 76.04 Traffic Code Applies 76.10 Equipment Requirements 76.05 Motor Vehicle Operations 76.11 Violations 76.06 Actions Against Bicycles and Personal Transportation Devices 76.01 PURPOSE. The purpose of this Chapter is to set forth regulations for operating bicycles, electric scooters and personal transportation devices on the city's roadways, streets, sidewalks, and multi-use trails as enabled by Code of Iowa, Section 321.235 and 321.236[10]. 76.02 DEFINITIONS. 1. "Bicycle" means either of the following: (1) A device having up to four wheels and having at least one saddle or seat for the use of a rider which is propelled by human power. (2) A low-speed electric bicycle. (Code of Iowa, Sec. 321.1[40.c.]) 2. "Bicycle lane" means a portion of a street designed for exclusive or preferential use by persons using bicycles, electric scooters or personal transportation devices. Bicycle lanes are to be distinguished from the portion of the street used for motor vehicle traffic by physical barrier, striping, marking, or other similar device. 3. "Bicycle path" means a paved or unpaved surface, separate from the street, in the right-of-way at or greater than eight feet (8') in width under the jurisdiction and control of the state or a local political subdivision thereof for use primarily by bicycles, electric scooters, personal transportation devices, and pedestrians. 4. "Electric scooter" means a device weighing less than one hundred pounds that is equipped with two or three wheels, handlebars, and an electric motor, and which is solely powered by the rider or by an electric motor capable of propelling the device without additional propulsion supplied by the rider, at a maximum speed on a paved level surface of no more than twenty miles per hour, or both. 5. "Low-speed electric bicycle" means a device having a saddle or seat for the use of a rider, up to four wheels, equipped with fully operable pedals, and an electric motor of less than seven hundred fifty watts that meets the requirements of one of the following classes: A. "Class 1 low-speed electric bicycle" means a low-speed electric bicycle equipped with a motor that may be used to provide assistance only when the rider is pedaling and that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches a speed of twenty miles per hour or more. B. "Class 2 low-speed electric bicycle" means a low-speed electric bicycle equipped with a motor that may be used exclusively to propel the bicycle and that is not capable of providing assistance when the bicycle reaches a speed of twenty miles per hour or more. C. "Class 3 low-speed electric bicycle" means a low-speed electric bicycle equipped with a motor that may be used to provide assistance only when the rider is pedaling and that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches a speed of twenty-eight miles per hour or more. (Code of Iowa, Sec. 321.1[36A]) 6. "Multi-use trail" means a paved or unpaved surface, separate from the street, in the right-of-way at or greater than eight feet (8') in width under the jurisdiction and control of the state or a local political subdivision thereof for use primarily by bicycles, low-speed electric bicycles, electric scooters, personal transportation devices, and pedestrians. No multi-use trail shall be considered as a street or highway. 7. "Other Power-Driven Mobility Device (OPDMD)" means any mobility device powered by batteries, fuel, or other engines that is used by individuals with mobility disabilities for the purpose of locomotion, including, electronic personal assistance mobility devices, or any mobility device designed to operate in areas without defined pedestrian routes, but that is not a wheelchair or a golf cart. 8. "Personal Transportation Device" means a mobility device under one hundred fifty pounds, which may be equipped with an electric motor for assistance or sole propulsion, designed for conveying the operator, with speeds of less than twenty miles per hour, but excluding a bicycle, low-speed electric bicycle, or electric scooter. 9. "Roadway" means that portion of a highway improved, designed, or ordinarily used for vehicular travel. 10. "Street" means the entire width between property lines of every way or place of whatever nature when any part thereof is open to the use of the public, as a matter of right, for purposes of vehicular traffic. 11. "Sidewalk" means a paved or unpaved surface, separate from the street, in the right-of-way less than eight feet (8') in width under the jurisdiction and control of the local political subdivision thereof for use primarily by pedestrians. 12. "Residential district" means a territory not comprising a business district and which is occupied mainly by structures for residential dwellings. 11 13. "Business district" means a territory not comprising a residential neighborhood and which is occupied mainly by buildings in use for business purposes. 76.03 SCOPE OF REGULATIONS. These regulations shall apply whenever a bicycle, electric scooter, or personal transportation device is operated upon any public street, roadway, park road, any multi-use trail, sidewalk, or in any bicycle lane and path, subject to those exceptions and regulations stated herein. 76.04 TRAFFIC CODE APPLIES. 1. Every person, including a peace officer, riding a bicycle, electric scooter, or personal transportation device upon a roadway or in a bicycle lane shall be granted all of the rights and shall be subject to all of the duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle by the laws of the State declaring rules of the road applicable to vehicles or by the Traffic Code of the City applicable to the driver of a vehicle, except as to those provisions that by their nature can have no application or those for which specific exceptions have been set forth regarding police bicycles. This does not apply to the use of a bicycle, electric scooter or personal transportation device in a parade authorized by proper permit from local authorities. (Code of Iowa, Sec. 321.234[2, 5]) 2. Bicycles, electric scooters, or personal transportation devices are not subject to registration, licensure, titling, inspection, and proof of financial liability coverage provisions of Code of Iowa, Chapter 321. 3. Riders of bicycles, electric scooters, or personal transportation devices are not required to have possession of a driver's license or permit. 4. Whenever such person dismounts from a bicycle, electric scooter, or personal transportation device, the person shall be subject to all regulations applicable to pedestrians. 5. A peace officer riding a police bicycle in the line of duty may do any of the following: A. Proceed past a red or stop signal or stop sign, but only after slowing down as may be necessary for safe operation. B. Exceed the maximum speed limits as long as the rider does not endanger life or property. (Code of Iowa, Sec. 321.231) 76.05 MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATIONS. 1. Bicycle lane right-of-way. Operators of all motor vehicles shall yield the right-of-way to bicycles, electric scooters, and personal transportation devices in a designated bicycle lane and shall not operate a motor vehicle within a bicycle lane, unless provisions of law establish other requirements and regulations at intersections and other places affecting such bicycle lanes, then such other provision of law shall control. No person shall drive a motor vehicle in a bicycle lane established on a roadway or street except as follows: A. To prepare for a turn within a distance of 200 feet from the intersection. 2. Lateral Passing Distance. The driver of a motor vehicle overtaking a bicycle, electric scooter, or personal transportation device that is traveling on a paved shoulder or in a bicycle lane, shall give at least three feet of lateral passing distance between the outside of the vehicle and the rider and device. 3. Opening Doors. No person shall open any door of a motor vehicle located on a roadway or street without first taking precaution to ensure that this action does not interfere with the movement of traffic or endanger any other person or vehicle. In addition, no person shall leave open any door of a motor vehicle located on a roadway for a period of time longer than necessary to load or unload passengers or cargo. 4. Yield to persons in crosswalks. The driver of a motor vehicle shall yield right-of-way, slowing down or stopping if need be to so yield, to a pedestrian or person dismounted from a bicycle, electric scooter, or personal transportation device, or a person mounted on a bicycle, electric scooter, or personal transportation device within any marked crosswalk or unmarked crosswalk at an intersection. 5. Parking. Drivers of motor vehicles shall not park in bicycle lanes, bicycle paths, or multi-use trails. 76.06 ACTIONS AGAINST BICYCLES AND PERSONAL TRANSPORTATION DEVICES. 1. A person operating a motor vehicle shall not steer the motor vehicle unreasonably close to or toward a dismounted pedestrian or a person riding a bicycle, an electric scooter, or personal transportation device on a roadway or street, including the adjacent shoulder. 2. A person shall not knowingly project any object or substance at or against a dismounted pedestrian or a person riding a bicycle, an electric scooter, personal transportation device, or OPDMD on a roadway or street, adjacent shoulder, sidewalk, multi-use trail, or any other location. (Code of Iowa, Sec. 321.281) 76.07 RESPONSIBLE RIDING. 1. Double Riding Restricted. A person propelling a bicycle shall not ride other than astride a permanent and regular seat attached thereto. No bicycle, electric scooter, or personal transportation device shall be used to carry more persons at one time than the number for which it is designed and equipped. This does not apply to the use of a bicycle, electric scooter, or personal transportation device in a parade authorized by proper permit from local authorities. (Code of Iowa, Sec. 321.234[3, 4, 5]) 12 2. Speed. A person shall not operate a bicycle, electric scooter, personal transportation device, or OPDMD at a speed greater than is careful and prudent at a rate of speed no greater than is reasonable and proper under the conditions existing at the point of operation, taking into account the surroundings and environment, such as inclement weather, infrastructure conditions, and grade. A person shall not operate a class 3 low-speed electric bicycle on a sidewalk. A person shall not operate a class 3 low-speed electric bicycle on a bicycle lane, bicycle path, or multi-use trail in excess of the posted or applicable speed limit, or if there is no posted or applicable speed limit, twenty miles per hour. (Code of Iowa, Sec. 321.235B[9.b.]) 3. Control of bicycle, electric scooter, personal transportation device, or OPDMD. The operator shall keep the device under directional, speed, and stopping control at all times. 4. Improper riding. No person shall operate a bicycle, electric scooter, personal transportation device, or OPDMD in an irregular or reckless manner so as to disregard the safety of the operator, others, or property. 5. Right of way. Riders of electric scooters, low speed electric bicycles, and other electric personal transportation devices shall yield right of way to pedestrians, human-powered bicycles, and other human-powered conveyances. Riders of bicycles and other human powered devices shall yield right of way to pedestrians. 6. Emerging from an Alley or Driveway. The operator of a bicycle, electric scooter, or personal transportation device emerging from an alley, driveway or building shall, upon approaching a sidewalk or the sidewalk area extending across any alleyway, yield the right-of- way to all pedestrians approaching on said sidewalk or sidewalk area, and upon entering the roadway shall yield the right-of-way to all vehicles approaching on said roadway. (Code of Iowa, Sec. 321.353) 7. Class 3 Low-Speed Electric Bicycles. A person under the age of sixteen shall not operate a class 3 low-speed electric bicycle. A person under the age of sixteen may ride as a passenger on a class 3 low-speed electric bicycle. (Code of Iowa, Sec. 321.235B[6]) 8. Hand Signals. Riders of bicycles, electric scooters, or personal transportation devices may, but shall not be required to, signal their turning movements and stopping with their hands and arms as follows: A. Left Turn - left hand and arm extended horizontally to the left. B. Right turn - left hand and arm extended upward to the left or right hand and arm extended horizontally to the right. C. Stopping or slowing - left hand and arm extended downward. 9. Following Emergency Vehicles. No person riding a bicycle, electric scooter, or personal transportation device shall follow closer than 500 feet of an emergency vehicle as defined by Iowa Code section 321.1 which has emergency lights and/or siren activated, and shall not stop, park, or leave a bicycle within 500 feet of an emergency vehicle stopped in response to an emergency. 10. Towing. It is unlawful for any person riding upon any bicycle, electric scooter, or personal transportation device to attach the device or themselves to any moving motor vehicle by tow rope, hand grip or otherwise. This section shall not prohibit attaching a trailer to a bicycle that is designed to accommodate such a device. 76.08 PLACE OF RIDING. 1. Paved Multi-use Trails. Bicycles, electric scooters, personal transportation devices, and OPDMD may be operated on paved multi-use trails, subject to the limitations of this Chapter. 2. Roadways and Streets. A. When riding on the roadway or street, riders of bicycles, electric scooters and personal transportation devices shall ride in the same location and manner as motorized vehicles unless, a multi-use trail, bicycle path or bicycle lane exists adjacent to a roadway or street in which case riders may ride in the aforementioned location and riders of electric scooters and personal transportation devices shall not use the roadway; except that the operator of an electric scooter or personal transportation device shall not be required to use or remain on the aforementioned locations: (1) When the trail, path, or lane is of insufficient width to permit safe bicycle, electric scooter, or personal transportation device operation; or (2) When the condition of the surface, or the presence of water, dirt, glass or other foreign objects upon the surface prevents safe bicycle, electric scooter or personal transportation operation on the trail, path, or lane. B. Electric scooters and personal transportation devices shall not be ridden on roadways with a speed limit greater than twenty-five (25) miles per hour unless there is a bike lane present. C. This section does not apply to the use of a bicycle, electric scooter or personal transportation device in a parade or special event authorized by the city. 3. Public Sidewalks and Bicycle Paths. A. Bicycles, electric scooters, and personal transportation devices may be operated upon the public sidewalks in residential districts only in a careful and prudent manner except where signs or pavement markings explicitly prohibit riding on the sidewalk, or upon sidewalks along the business districts, or in specified dismount zones where users shall walk their bicycle, electric scooter, or personal 13 transportation device. Careful and prudent manner shall be consistent with Section 76.07 Responsible Riding. B. Electric scooters, low-speed electric bicycles, and personal transportation devices may be operated upon bicycle paths and multi- use trails that are equal to or greater than eight feet (8') in width except where signs or pavement markings explicitly prohibit riding on the bicycle path or multi-use trail. C. Electric scooters and personal transportation devices may only operate on sidewalks less than eight feet (8') in width if the following applies: (1) When the roadway is of insufficient width to permit safe, electric scooter, or personal transportation device operation. (2) Where no bicycle lane, bicycle path, or multi-use trail is available and where the speed limit on the roadway is greater than twenty-five (25) miles per hour. (3) When the condition of the surface, or the presence of water, dirt, glass or other foreign objects upon the surface prevents safe bicycle, electric scooter, or personal transportation operation on the roadway. (4) When it is necessary to enter or leave adjacent property. D. OPDMD's may be operated by persons with mobility disabilities on all sidewalks provided that they do not risk damage to the sidewalks, surrounding environment, or pose a risk to the safety of other sidewalks users. 76.09 PARKING Parking locations for bicycles, electric scooters, or personal transportation devices shall retain access to: 1. an ADA-compliant pedestrian pathway 2. a fire hydrant 3. a US Postal Service mailbox 4. a crosswalk or curb ramp 5. loading zones 6. transit zones, including bus stops, shelters, or other passenger waiting areas 7. accessible parking spaces 8. street furniture or amenities that require pedestrian access 9. entryways 10. driveways. 76.10 EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS Every person riding a bicycle, electric scooter, or personal transportation device shall be responsible for providing and using equipment as provided herein: 1. Every device when in use between sunset and sunrise and when weather conditions provide insufficient lighting to render clearly discernable persons and vehicles on the road at a distance of 300 feet ahead, shall be equipped with a lamp on the front emitting a white light visible from a distance of at least three hundred (300) feet to the front and with a lamp on the rear exhibiting a red light visible from a distance of 300 feet to the rear except that a red reflector on the rear, may be used in lieu of a rear light. The lamps or reflector may be attached to the rider of the device rather than the device itself provided the visibility requirements are met. A peace officer riding a police bicycle is not required to use either front or rear lamps if duty so requires. (Code of Iowa, Sec. 321.384 and Sec. 321.397) 2. Equivalent equipment such as headlamps and red-light attachments to the head, back, arm, or leg may be used in lieu of a lamp on the front and a red light on the rear of the device. 3. Brakes Required. Every device shall be equipped with a brake which will enable the operator to make the braked wheel skid on dry, level, clean pavement. (Code of Iowa, Sec. 321.236[10]) 4. A device shall not be equipped with and a person shall not use upon such device any siren or whistle. This shall not apply to bicycles ridden by peace officer in the line of duty. (Code of Iowa, Sec. 321.434) 76.11 VIOLATIONS. Violations of any provision of this chapter shall be punished by a fine as established by section 4.01 of this Code. (Chapter 76 - Ord. 2134 - Apr. 23 Supp.) 14 ARTICLE VII. - OPERATION OF MOTORCYCLES AND MOTORIZED BICYCLES Sec. 23-562. - Applicability of motor vehicle laws in general. The motor vehicle laws apply to the operators of motorcycles and motorized bicycles to the extent practically applicable. (Code 2017, § 26-411; Ord. No. 2551, § 2, 10-10-2005) Sec. 23-563. - Riders of motorized bicycles. A person operating a motorized bicycle on the highways shall not carry any other person on the vehicle. (Code 2017, § 26-412; Ord. No. 2551, § 2, 10-10-2005) Sec. 23-564. - Riders of motorcycles. A person shall not operate or ride a motorcycle on the streets or highways of the city with another person on the motorcycle unless the motorcycle is designed to carry more than one person. The additional passenger may ride upon the permanent and regular seat if designed for two persons, or upon another seat firmly attached to the motorcycle at the rear of the operator. The motorcycle shall be equipped with footrests for the passenger unless the passenger is riding in a sidecar or enclosed cab. The motorcycle operator shall not carry any person nor shall any other person ride in a position that will interfere with the operation or control of the motorcycle or the view of the operator. (Code 2017, § 26-413; Ord. No. 2551, § 2, 10-10-2005) Sec. 23-565. - Sitting position. A person operating a motorcycle or motorized bicycle shall ride only upon the vehicle's permanent and regular attached seat. Every person riding upon the vehicle shall be sitting astride the seat, facing forward with one leg on either side of the vehicle. (Code 2017, § 26-414; Ord. No. 2551, § 2, 10-10-2005) Sec. 23-566. - Use of traffic lanes. Persons shall not operate motorcycles or motorized bicycles more than two abreast in a single lane. Except for persons operating such vehicles two abreast, a motor vehicle shall not be operated in a manner depriving a motorcycle or motorized bicycle operator of the full use of a lane. A motorcycle or motorized bicycle shall not be operated between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles. The operator of a motorcycle or motorized bicycle shall not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken unless the vehicle being overtaken is a motorcycle or motorized bicycle. (Code 2017, § 26-415; Ord. No. 2551, § 2, 10-10-2005) Sec. 23-567. - Headlights on. A person shall not operate a 1977 or later model year motorcycle or any model year motorized bicycle upon the streets or highways of the city without displaying at least one lighted headlamp of the type described in Iowa Code § 321.409. However, this subsection is subject to the exceptions with respect to parked vehicles as provided in this chapter. (Code 2017, § 26-416; Ord. No. 2551, § 2, 10-10-2005) Sec. 23-568. - Packages. The operator of a motorcycle or motorized bicycle shall not carry any package, bundle, or other article which prevents the operator from keeping both hands on the handlebars. (Code 2017, § 26-417; Ord. No. 2551, § 2, 10-10-2005) Sec. 23-569. - Parades. The provisions of this article do not apply to motorcycles or motorized bicycles when used in a parade authorized by proper permit from the city council of the city. 15 (a) (b) (a) (b) (Code 2017, § 26-418; Ord. No. 2551, § 2, 10-10-2005) Sec. 23-570. - Bicycle safety flags required on motorized bicycles. When operated on a street or highway of the city, a motorized bicycle shall have a bicycle safety flag which extends not less than five feet above the ground attached to the rear of the motorized bicycle. The bicycle safety flag shall be triangular in shape with an area of not less than 30 square inches, and be Day-Glo in color. (Code 2017, § 26-419; Ord. No. 2551, § 2, 10-10-2005) Sec. 23-571. - Height of handlebars. No person shall operate any motorcycle or motorized bicycle on a street or highway of the city with handlebars more than 15 inches in height above that portion of the seat occupied by the operator. (Code 2017, § 26-420; Ord. No. 2551, § 2, 10-10-2005) Sec. 23-572. - Penalty for violation of article. If a violation of any of the provisions of this article is a scheduled violation under state law, the penalty for such violation shall be the scheduled fine for such violation under state law. If a violation of a provision of this article is not a scheduled violation under state law, the penalty for such violation shall be a fine of $30.00. (Code 2017, § 26-421; Ord. No. 2551, § 2, 10-10-2005) Secs. 23-573—23-592. - Reserved. ARTICLE IX. - BICYCLES DIVISION 1. - GENERALLY Sec. 23-629. - Reserved. Editor's note— Ord. No. 2978, § 2, adopted Jan. 4, 2021, repealed § 23-629, which pertained to definitions and derived from Code 2017, § 26-481. Sec. 23-630. - Authority of council. The council may by ordinance limit or entirely prohibit the riding or operating of bicycles upon any sidewalk within the city, and the riding or operating of a bicycle upon any sidewalk so designated shall constitute a violation of this article. The council may also prescribe by ordinance such further regulations for the use and operation of bicycles within the city as may be deemed proper from time to time. (Code 2017, § 26-482) Sec. 23-631. - Report of sales by dealers. All dealers or persons engaged in the business of selling new or secondhand bicycles in the city shall file with the police operations division, on the first day of every month, a written report of all bicycles sold or transferred during the preceding month to residents of the city. The report required in subsection (a) of this section shall give a list of all sales made for the period, the name and address of each person to whom a bicycle was sold or transferred, and a description of the bicycle, the manufacturer's serial number, the number of the registration number plate attached thereto, if any, and the serial number of the police operations division found thereon, if any. (Code 2017, § 26-483) Sec. 23-632. - Rental of bicycles. No bicycle rental agency shall offer any bicycle for rent unless such bicycle has been previously registered as required by this article. All bicycles offered for rent by a rental agency shall be equipped with safety equipment as required by this article and shall be kept in good and safe working order. (Code 2017, § 26-484) 16 (a) (b) Secs. 23-633—23-652. - Reserved. DIVISION 2. - REGISTRATION AND LICENSES Sec. 23-653. - Registration required. Every person living within the city who owns a bicycle shall cause such bicycle to be registered at the office of the police operations division upon blanks furnished by the city. (Code 2017, § 26-496) Sec. 23-654. - Issuance of registration tag. The police operations division shall issue a bicycle registration certificate, tag or plate to persons applying for registration, upon payment of a fee in an amount to be established annually by resolution by the city council. Such tag or plate shall be firmly attached to such bicycle. (Code 2017, § 26-497; Ord. No. 2067, § 31, 10-10-1994) Sec. 23-655. - Display of registration tag. No bicycle owned by a resident of the city shall be operated upon the streets or sidewalks of the city unless there is attached to and displayed on such bicycle a registration certificate, tag or plate as required by this division. (Code 2017, § 26-498) Sec. 23-656. - Duration of registration. Every bicycle registration certificate, including a license tag or plate, shall be permanent registration and shall be valid for the life of such bicycle. (Code 2017, § 26-499) Sec. 23-657. - Duplicate registration tag. If a bicycle owner loses his registration tag or plate, or the tag or plate is destroyed or stolen, he shall report the loss immediately to the police operations division, which shall make the necessary record and shall thereupon issue to such owner a new registration tag or plate upon the payment by the owner of a fee established from time to time by resolution of the city council. (Code 2017, § 26-500) Sec. 23-658. - Sale or transfer of bicycle. If a registered bicycle is sold or transferred, the registration tag or plate shall pass to the new owner or transferee. The sale or transfer of such bicycle shall be reported to the police operations division by the former owner within five days after the sale or transfer, and the police operations division shall make a record of such sale or transfer showing the name of the new owner or transferee and such other information as it may deem necessary. (Code 2017, § 26-501) Sec. 23-659. - Suspension or revocation of registration. The municipal court is hereby authorized to revoke or suspend, for a period not to exceed one year, any registration issued by virtue of this division, after a hearing before such court, for any violation of this division. (Code 2017, § 26-502) Sec. 23-660. - Removal or alteration of registration tag or serial number. No person shall alter, counterfeit or take from the owner of a bicycle, without his permission, his registration plate or serial number issued in conformity with this division, or remove such registration plate or serial number from any registered bicycle, except under the direction of the police operations division. 17 (a) (b) (a) (b) (Code 2017, § 26-503) Sec. 23-661. - Records. The police operations division shall keep a record of all fees collected for the issuance of bicycle registration certificates, the date of issuance thereof, to whom issued, the number thereof, a description of the bicycle and the manufacturer's serial number on the bicycle frame. The police operations division shall also keep full and complete records of all registrations or renewals thereof issued. (Code 2017, § 26-504) Secs. 23-662—23-680. - Reserved. DIVISION 3. - RIDING AND PARKING Sec. 23-681. - Applicability of traffic regulations to persons riding bicycles. A person, including a peace officer, riding a bicycle on the highway is subject to the provisions of this division and has all the rights and duties under this division applicable to the driver of a vehicle, except those provisions of this division which by their nature can have no application or those provisions for which specific exceptions have been set forth regarding police bicycles. (Code 2017, § 26-516) Sec. 23-682. - Pedestrians' right-of-way on sidewalks. Pedestrians upon sidewalks shall have the right-of-way at all times over persons using or operating bicycles upon those sidewalks whereon the operation of bicycles is not prohibited. Any person using or operating a bicycle upon any sidewalk shall turn off such sidewalk at all times when meeting or passing pedestrians, and shall pass such pedestrians with extreme caution and on the street side where possible. (Code 2017, § 26-517) Sec. 23-683. - Reckless operation. No bicycle shall be operated on the streets, sidewalks or parkways in the city in a reckless, careless or negligent manner, or in such a manner as to endanger or interfere with lawful traffic or the use of the streets or sidewalks of the city. (Code 2017, § 26-518) Sec. 23-684. - Riding abreast; position when riding on street. Persons using or operating bicycles upon the streets of the city shall not ride more than two abreast, and upon any sidewalk or alley bicyclists shall ride only in single file. Bicyclists shall also operate and travel with their bicycles as near to the right-hand curb as possible upon any street in the city, and, if riding two abreast, they shall, upon the sound of an automobile horn from a vehicle to their rear, go into single file until the vehicle has passed them. (Code 2017, § 26-519) Sec. 23-685. - Driver to use seat; carrying passengers. A person propelling a bicycle on the street or highway shall not ride other than upon or astride a permanent and regular seat attached to the bicycle. A person shall not use a bicycle on the highway to carry more persons at one time than the number of persons for which the bicycle is designed and equipped. (Code 2017, § 26-520) Sec. 23-686. - Following fire trucks. No person using or operating a bicycle within the city shall follow fire trucks or other fire equipment at any time. (Code 2017, § 26-521) 18 (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (a) (b) Sec. 23-687. - Towing. No person using or operating a bicycle shall tow or be towed by any other vehicle operating upon the streets of the city. (Code 2017, § 26-522) Sec. 23-688. - Carrying packages. No person operating a bicycle within the city limits shall carry any package, bundle or article which prevents the rider from keeping both hands upon the handlebars. (Code 2017, § 26-523) Sec. 23-689. - Riding on sidewalks near schools. When signs are erected giving notice thereof, no person shall use or operate any bicycle upon the sidewalks located upon or adjoining any school premises within the corporate limits of the city. (Code 2017, § 26-524) Sec. 23-690. - Riding on sidewalk prohibited in specified locations. When signs are erected giving notice thereof, it shall be unlawful to use or operate any bicycle upon the sidewalks located on the following streets in the city: Second Street from Clay Street to State Street. Third Street from Clay Street to State Street. Fourth Street from Washington Street to State Street. Fifth Street from Washington Street to State Street. 23rd Street from College Street to Hudson Road. College Street from 20th Street to University Avenue. Main Street from Seventh Street to the south side of West First Street. State Street from Sixth Street to First Street. Washington Street from Sixth Street to First Street. (Code 2017, § 26-525) Sec. 23-691. - Parking on sidewalk. No bicycle shall be parked or placed upon any sidewalk or street within the city except in such places as have been set off as parking spaces under authority of the police operations division or in racks placed under the authority of the police operations division. (Code 2017, § 26-526) Secs. 23-692—23-710. - Reserved. DIVISION 4. - EQUIPMENT Sec. 23-711. - Lights and reflectors. All bicycles used within the city limits shall be equipped with a stationary lamp on the front. Such lamp shall emit a white light and shall be used during the period from one-half hour after sundown to one-half hour before sunrise and at any other time when it is not sufficiently light to render clearly discernible persons and vehicles on the highway at a distance of 500 feet ahead when operated on the streets, sidewalks or parkways within the city. Such light shall be visible from a distance of at least 300 feet to the front. All bicycles shall be equipped with a lamp on the rear exhibiting a red light visible from a distance of 300 feet to the rear; except that a red reflector meeting the requirements of the laws of the state may be used in lieu of a rear light. Such reflector shall not be less than 1½ inches in diameter. 19 (Code 2017, § 26-536) Sec. 23-712. - Brakes. All bicycles operated within the city limits shall be equipped with brakes adequate to stop such bicycle within reasonable limits. (Code 2017, § 26-537) Sec. 23-713. - Sirens and whistles. No bicycle within the city shall be equipped with nor shall any person use upon such bicycle any siren or whistle. This section shall not apply to bicycles ridden by peace officers in the line of duty. (Code 2017, § 26-538) Secs. 23-714—23-739. - Reserved. 20 CHAPTER 53 - BICYCLE AND MICROMOBILITY DEVICE REGULATIONS 53.01 - DEFINITIONS. "Bicycle" is defined as either of the following: (1) A device having two wheels and having at least one saddle or seat for the use of a rider which is propelled by human power. (2) A device having two or three wheels with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than seven hundred fifty watts (one horsepower), whose maximum speed on a paved level surface, when powered solely by such a motor while ridden, is less than twenty miles per hour (i.e. e-bike). "Bicycle/Micromobility Lane" is defined as a designated area for bicycles and micromobility device usage identified by a painted line on one side with the curb defining the other side or with painted lines defining both sides. The lane is further identified by bike route signs conforming to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. "Bicycle/Micromobility Path" is an off the road facility normally constructed of asphalt or concrete over a stabilized base. The path is identified by bike route signs conforming to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. "Micromobility Device" means any device meant to carry one rider or operator and that is not required to be licensed or registered by the State of Iowa. Micromobility devices may be propelled either by the power of the rider or by an electric motor of less than seven hundred and fifty watts (one horsepower), whose maximum speed on a paved level surface, when powered solely by such a motor while ridden, is less than twenty miles per hour. Micromobility devices include, but are not limited to, unicycles, electric unicycles, tricycles, electric stand up scooters, electric sit down scooters, Segways, skateboards, motorized skateboards, rollerblades, and hoverboards. (014-19; 005-22) 53.02 - REGISTRATION. Each person living within the city who owns a bicycle or micromobility device may cause the ownership to be registered with the Police Department as hereinafter provided. Said registration shall be valid as long as the person owns the bicycle or micromobility device. The registration fee will be $5.00. The Police Department shall issue a license tag or plate which shall be kept permanently attached to the bicycle or micromobility device. Bicycle or micromobility device owners desiring to register their bicycles or micromobility device may do so by appearing at or sending a check or money order for $5.00 to the Cedar Rapids Police Department, Bicycle/Micromobility Registration, 505 First Avenue SW., Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 with the owner's name, address, phone number, make of bicycle/micromobility device, serial number, wheel size, color, and prior license number, if any. (77-88) (005-22) 53.03 - RECORDS. The Police Department shall keep a record of the number of each registration, the date issued, the name of the person who registered and the number issued to said person. (005-22) 53.04 - LICENSE TRANSFER. The sale or transfer of a bicycle or micromobility device should be reported to the Police Department by the former owner within seven days after the sale or transfer, together with the name of the new owner. Any business which sells or transfers a bicycle or micromobility device within the city shall file with the Police Department on the first day of each month a report of all bicycles and micromobility devices sold or transferred during the preceding month. Such report shall contain a description of the bicycles and micromobility device and their factory identification numbers. (35-86) (005-22) 53.05 - LOST LICENSE PLATES. If an owner loses his license tag or plate or it is destroyed or stolen, he shall report the fact to the Police Department. A new license will be issued by the Police Department upon receipt of the appropriate registration fees. 21 (a) (b) (c) (d) (35-86) (005-22) 53.06 - ALTERATION OF TAGS, PLATES, STICKERS OR NUMBER. It shall be unlawful for any person to remove, destroy, mutilate or alter any license sticker during the time in which such license sticker is valid or to attach the same to any bicycle or micromobility device other than the bicycle or micromobility device for which the same is issued. It shall be unlawful to alter or mutilate, or destroy the serial number on the frame or other parts of a bicycle or micromobility device, or to operate or possess any bicycle or micromobility device so altered. (005-22) 53.07 - REGULATION, OBSERVATION OF TRAFFIC RULES. Any person riding a bicycle or micromobility device shall have all of the rights and all of the duties applicable to the driver of a motor vehicle as provided by law except as to the provisions that by their very nature can have no application. (014-19; 005-22) 53.08 - TOWING. No person riding a bicycle or micromobility device shall tow any object, upon a street, alley, sidewalk, highway, park road, multi-use trail, or bicycle/micromobility lane or path unless equipped with a drawbar of sufficient strength to pull all the weight being towed, and fastened to the frame of the towing vehicle in a manner to prevent any side sway. No person riding a bicycle or micromobility device on a street, sidewalk, highway, park road, multi-use trail, or bicycle/micromobility lane or path shall attach the bicycle or micromobility device or himself or herself to any moving motor vehicle by a tow rope, hand grip or otherwise. (005-22) 53.09 - IMPROPER RIDING. A person shall not operate a bicycle or micromobility device in a manner to indicate a willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property. (014-19; 005-22) 53.10 - CARRYING ARTICLES. No person riding a bicycle or micromobility device shall carry any article which prevents the driver from keeping at least one hand upon the handle bars, when handle bars are provided. (014-19; 005-22) 53.11 - NUMBER OF RIDERS ON SEATS. A person shall not use a bicycle to carry more persons at one time than the number of persons for which the bicycle is designed and equipped. A person shall not use a micromobility device to carry more than one person at a time. (005-22) 53.12 - RIDING ON ROADWAYS. Persons riding bicycles or micromobility devices upon a roadway shall not ride more than two abreast except on paths or parts of roadways set aside for the exclusive use of bicycles or micromobillity devices. Persons riding two abreast shall not impede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic and, on a laned roadway, shall ride within a single lane. When a bicycle/micromobility path or lane exists adjacent to a roadway, a person operating a bicycle may use either the path, bicycle/micromobility lane, or the roadway. When a bicycle/micromobility path or lane exists adjacent to a roadway, a person operating a micromobility device shall use the path, or bicycle/micromobility lane, except for turning movements and when a bicycle/micromobility lane is obstructed. Micromobility devices are prohibited from operating on roadways with a speed limit greater than 35 mph. 22 (a) (b) (c) (d) (014-19; 005-22) 53.13 - RIDING IN BICYCLE/MICROMOBILITYWAYS. No person shall ride or operate a bicycle or micromobility device within a bicycle/micromobility lane or path in any direction except that permitted by vehicular traffic traveling on the same side of the roadway; provided that, bicycles or micromobility device may proceed either way along a lane or path where arrows or signs appear designating two-way traffic. (014-19; 005-22) 53.14 - RIDING ON SIDEWALKS AND PUBLIC PROPERTY. No person, except for people with disabilities with specially equipped devices shall ride a bicycle or micromobility device upon the sidewalk or walkway in the area extending from the west sidewalk on 2nd St SW to the east curb line of 5th Street East, both inclusive, and from the north sidewalk on 1st Ave to the south sidewalk on 16th Avenue Southwest, both inclusive, unless authorized signs specifically designate a sidewalk or walkway for bicycle or micromobility device use. The Department of Public Works is authorized to erect signs on any sidewalk or roadway within the city prohibiting the riding of bicycles or micromobility devices thereon. Operators and users of all such devices shall yield the right-of-way to pedestrians using any public sidewalk, and shall not otherwise endanger or interfere with pedestrian traffic on any public sidewalk. It shall be unlawful for any person to operate, use or ride a bicycle or micromobility device, or other coasting device on any public property where signs or markings prohibit such use, such as public parking lots, public parking ramps and the Tree of Five Seasons, owned by the City of Cedar Rapids. The City Manager may designate certain streets where the operation or use of bicycles or micromobility devices may be allowed upon certain designated streets or sidewalks or other areas when guarded or barricaded. (057-18; 014-19; 005-22) 53.15 - EMERGING FROM ALLEY OR DRIVEWAY. The rider of a bicycle or micromobility device emerging from an alley, driveway, or building shall upon approaching a sidewalk or the sidewalk area extending across any alley-way, yield the right-of-way to all pedestrians on the sidewalk or sidewalk area, and upon entering the roadway shall yield the right-of-way to all vehicles. (014-19; 005-22) 53.16 - MOTOR VEHICLES IN BICYCLE/MICROMOBILITY LANES AND BICYCLE/MICROMOBILITY PARKING AREAS. 23 (a) (b) (c) (a) (b) (c) (d) No person shall walk, park, or drive a motor vehicle, motorcycle, motorbike, or moped in a designated bicycle/micromobility path, lane, or parking area, except to cross the same in the most direct manner or route available except that a moped may occupy a bicycle/micromobility path or lane when said path or lane is not occupied in the immediate vicinity by a bicycle or micromobility device. (005-22) 53.17 - BICYCLE/MICROMOBILITY LANE RIGHT-OF-WAY. Operators of all vehicles shall yield the right-of-way to bicycles or micromobility device duly operated in a designated bicycle/micromobility lane, unless provisions of law establish other requirements and regulations at intersections and other places affecting such bicycle/micromobility lanes, then such other provisions of law shall control. (014-19; 005-22) 53.18 - PARKING. No person shall park a bicycle or micromobility device upon a street or alley in such a manner as to obstruct pedestrian or motor vehicle travel, or a curb ramp, building entrance, or fire hydrant. Any bicycle or micromobility device parked on public property attached to a trash receptacle, or street furniture shall be subject to being ticketed as provided by law for an illegally parked vehicle, and also subject to being impounded as described in Section 53.20 of this chapter. Any bicycle or micromobility device parked continuously for 7 days or more on public property attached to a pole, parking meter, sign, tree, or any other structure belonging to the City of Cedar Rapids shall be subject to being ticketed as provided by law for an illegally parked vehicle, and also subject to being impounded as described in Section 53.20 of this chapter. (014-19; 005-22) 53.19 - LIGHTS, REFLECTORS, AND BRAKES. All bicycles or micromobility devices shall be equipped with a lamp on the rear visible from a distance of at least three hundred feet when in front of the lawful lower beams of headlights on a motor vehicle. In addition to such requirements, reflective materials may be mounted on each side of each pedal. All bicycles or micromobility devices used within the city limits shall, during the hours from sunset to sunrise, display a lamp on the front part of the bicycle or micromobility device; the lamp shall emit white light visible from a distance of at least three hundred feet from the front of the bicycle or micromobility device. Every bicycle or micromobility device shall be equipped with a brake or brakes which will enable its driver to stop the bicycle or micromobility device within 25 feet from a speed of 10 miles per hour on dry, level, clean pavement. (35-86) (014-19; 005-22) 53.20 - IMPOUNDMENT. Any person violating Section 53.06 or 53.18 so as to create a hazardous condition, may suffer their bicycle or micromobility device to be impounded by the Police Department. If impounded, the bicycle or micromobility device shall be released by the Police Department to the owner if proof of ownership is shown. (35-86) (014-19; 005-22) 53.21 - DISPOSAL OF BICYCLES AND MICROMOBILITY DEVICES. Any bicycle or micromobility device which is found, seized by, turned in to, or otherwise lawfully comes into the possession of the Cedar Rapids Police Department shall be disposed of in the manner set forth in this section and in accordance with Iowa Code 80.39. If the owner of the property is known, the Police Department shall notify the owner by certified mail to the owner's last known address as to the location of the bicycle or micromobility device If the identity or address of the owner cannot be determined, notice by one publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the area where the property was found in sufficient notice. 24 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. After ninety (90) days following the mailing or publication of the notice required by this section, if the owner is still unknown the department may dispose of the bicycle or micromobility device in any lawful way, including, but not limited to, the following: Selling the property at a public auction Retaining the property for the department's own use Giving the property to another agency of government Giving the property to an appropriate charitable organization Destroying the property. (68-02) (014-19; 005-22) 53.22 - AUTHORIZED POLICE BICYCLE/MICROMOBILITY DEVICES. An on-duty police officer operating a duly authorized Police Department bicycle or micromobility device may, when necessary in the performance of his/her official duties, operate or park such bicycle or micromobility device contrary to the provisions of Chapters 53 and 61 of the Municipal Code. The foregoing provision shall not relieve the operator of an authorized bicycle or micromobility device of the duty of operating with due regard for the safety of all persons nor shall such provision protect the operator from the consequences of his/her reckless disregard for the safety of others. (60-95) (005-22) (Note: Chapter 55 amended in toto by Ordinance No. 48-81, passed June 17, 1981 and by Ordinance No. 005-22, passed March 8, 2022) 25 (1) (2) (a) (b) (c) (d) ARTICLE XIV. - BICYCLES AND PEDICABS Footnotes: --- (6) --- Editor's note— Ord. No. 15,083, § 1, adopted Feb. 27, 2012, amended Art. XIV in its entirety to read as herein set out. Former Art. XIV, §§ 114-677—114-698, pertained to similar subject matter, and derived from Code 1942, §§ 20-87, 21-4, 21-6, 21-6.01, 21-8—21-19, 21-36. See the Code Comparative Table for complete derivation. Futhermore, Ord. No. 15,487, adopted July 11, 2016, amended the title of Art. XIV to read as herein set out. Formerly, said Art. XIV was entitled "Bicycles." DIVISION 1. - BICYCLES Sec. 114-677. - Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: Bicycle means either of the following: A device having up to four wheels and having at least one saddle or seat for the use of a rider which is propelled by human power. A device having up to four wheels with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of one horsepower or less. Multi-use trail means a way or place, the use of which is controlled by the city as an owner of real property, designated by the multi-use recreational trail maps, as approved by resolution by the city council, and no multi-use trail shall be considered as a street or highway. (O.15,083) Sec. 114-678. - Alteration of serial frame number. It shall be unlawful for any person to willfully or maliciously remove, destroy, mutilate or alter the manufacturer's serial frame number of any bicycle. (O.15,083) Sec. 114-679. - Sirens and whistles prohibited. A bicycle shall not be equipped with and a person shall not use upon a bicycle any siren or whistle. This section shall not apply to bicycles ridden by peace officers in the line of duty. (O.15,083) Sec. 114-680. - Lamps and reflectors. Every bicycle ridden at any time from sunset to sunrise and at such other times when conditions such as fog, snow, sleet, or rain provide insufficient lighting to render clearly discernible persons and vehicles on the highway at a distance of 300 feet ahead shall be equipped with a lamp on the front exhibiting a white light visible from a distance of at least 300 feet to the front. Every bicycle shall be equipped with a lamp on the rear exhibiting a red light visible from a distance of 300 feet to the rear; except that a red reflector may be used in lieu of a rear light. Equivalent equipment such as headlamps and red light attachments to the arm or leg may be used in lieu of a lamp on the front and a red light on the rear of the bicycle. A peace officer riding a police bicycle is not required to use either front or rear lamps if duty so requires. (O.15,083) Sec. 114-681. - Stopping. Every bicycle used upon the city streets, sidewalks, highways, park roads or multi-use trails shall be able to come to a complete stop within a safe distance. (O.15,083) Sec. 114-682. - Applicability of motor vehicle laws. 26 (a) (b) (a) (1) (2) (3) (4) (b) (c) (d) Every person operating a bicycle upon the city streets, highways, park roads, or multi-use trails shall be subject to this chapter and other city traffic ordinances and the state statutes applicable to the drivers of motor vehicles, except as to special regulations in this chapter and except as to those provisions of ordinances and statutes which by their nature can have no application or those provisions for which specific exceptions have been set forth regarding police bicycles. (O.15,083) Sec. 114-683. - Obedience to signals. Every person operating a bicycle shall obey the directions of official traffic signals, signs and other control devices applicable to other vehicles, unless otherwise directed by a police officer, and shall obey direction signs relative to turns permitted, unless such person dismounts from the bicycle, when he or she shall then obey the regulations applicable to pedestrians. (O.15,083) Sec. 114-684. - Improper riding. A person propelling a bicycle on any street, sidewalk, highway, park road or multi-use recreational trail, shall not ride other than upon or astride a permanent and regular seat attached to the bicycle and shall not use a bicycle to carry more persons at one time than the number of persons for which the bicycle is designed and equipped. This section does not apply to the use of a bicycle in a parade or special event authorized by the city. (O.15,083) Sec. 114-685. - Carrying packages. No person operating a bicycle upon a street, sidewalk, highway, park road or multi-use trail shall carry any package, bundle or article which prevents the rider from keeping at least one hand upon the handlebars. (O.15,083) Sec. 114-686. - Control with hands on handlebars The operator of a bicycle upon a street, sidewalk, highway, park road or multi-use trail shall keep the bicycle under control at all times and at all times during operation shall have one or both hands upon the handlebars and the feet engaged with the braking device if the braking device is designed to be actuated by the feet. (O.15,083) Sec. 114-687. - Place of riding. Any person operating a bicycle upon a roadway at a speed less than the normal speed of traffic moving in the same direction shall ride as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway except under any of the following situations: When overtaking and passing another bicycle vehicle proceeding in the same direction. When preparing for a left turn at an intersection or into a private road or driveway. 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. A facility that would allow bicycle traffic on the left side of the roadway. Any person operating a bicycle upon a roadway 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. When so riding upon any multi-use trail with other cyclists, there shall not be more than two abreast. This section does not apply to the use of a bicycle in a parade or special event authorized by the city. (O.15,083) Sec. 114-688. - Bicycle lanes. 27 (a) (b) (c) (d) (1) (2) (3) Whenever a bicycle lane has been established on a roadway, any person operating a bicycle upon the roadway moving in the same direction may ride within the bicycle lane. Any person operating a bicycle within a bicycle lane may move out of the lane when overtaking and passing another bicycle, vehicle, or pedestrian within the lane or about to enter the lane if such overtaking and passing cannot be done safely within the lane. No person operating a bicycle shall leave a bicycle lane until the movement can be made with reasonable safety and then only after giving an appropriate signal. No person shall drive a motor vehicle in a bicycle lane established on a roadway except as follows: To park where parking is permitted. To enter or leave the roadway. To prepare for a turn within a distance of 200 feet from the intersection. (O.15,083) Sec. 114-689. - Emerging from alley or driveway. The operator of a bicycle emerging from an alley, driveway or building shall, upon approaching a sidewalk or the sidewalk area extending across any alleyway or driveway, yield the right-of-way to all pedestrians approaching on the sidewalk or sidewalk area and upon entering the roadway shall yield the right-of-way to all vehicles approaching on the roadway. (O.15,083) Sec. 114-690. - Operation on sidewalk. Bicycles may be operated upon the public sidewalks in a careful and prudent manner and except where signs are erected to prohibit riding on the sidewalk. Every person lawfully operating a bicycle upon a public sidewalk, shall yield the right-of-way when approaching a pedestrian and shall give an audible signal before overtaking and passing. (O.15,083) Sec. 114-691. - Clinging to other vehicles. No person riding upon any bicycle on a street, sidewalk, highway, park road or multi-use trail shall attach the bicycle or himself or herself to any moving vehicle by tow rope, hand grip or otherwise. (O.15,083) Sec. 114-692. - Following emergency vehicles. No person riding a bicycle shall follow closer than 500 feet of an emergency vehicle as defined by Iowa Code section 321.1 which has emergency lights and/or siren activated, and shall not stop, park, or leave a bicycle within 500 feet of an emergency vehicle stopped in response to an emergency. (O.15,083) Sec. 114-693. - Parking. No person shall leave a bicycle lying on its side on any sidewalk, or shall park a bicycle on a sidewalk in any other position, so that there is not an adequate path for pedestrian traffic. (O.15,083) Sec. 114-694. - Reckless operation. No person shall operate a bicycle with willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property. (O.15,083) DIVISION 2. - PEDICABS Sec. 114-695. - Definitions. 28 (a) (b) (a) (b) (1) (2) (3) (c) (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) Pedicab means a device having up to four wheels that transports or is capable of transporting passengers on an attached single bench passenger seat, powered by pedals. A Pedicab may be propelled solely by human power or by human power assisted by a motor of no greater than 750 watts operating as a Class 1 low-speed electric bicycle, as defined in Section 321.1(36A) of the Iowa Code. Pedicab business means the business of operating one or more pedicabs for the recreational or physical transportation of the general public for profit, not-for-profit, or as a free service accepting tips or displaying advertising. (O.15,487, 16,371) Sec. 114-696. - Compliance with division 1, bicycles. Every operator of a pedicab shall comply with all provisions of division 1, bicycles, except section 114-684, improper riding. (O.15,487) Sec. 114-697. - License required. Every pedicab shall have affixed to the back of the pedicab a current City of Des Moines pedicab license, which is clearly visible to others using the roadway. All city ordinances related to operating a business within the City of Des Moines apply. (O.15,487, 16,371) Sec. 114-698. - License application. Applications for a pedicab license must be submitted to the City of Des Moines Traffic Engineer and approved prior to operating a pedicab. Requirements for approval: Provide to the traffic engineer a certificate of a general liability insurance policy covering the operation of the pedicab(s) including coverage for bodily injury, death and property damage with limits of liability not less than $1,000,000.00 per occurrence and aggregate combined single limit. Insurance must be effective for same period as the license remains valid and effective. The certificate of insurance referred to in this section shall provide that the insurance policy or policies have been endorsed to provide 30 days advance written notice of cancellation, 45 days advance written notice of non-renewal, and ten days advance written notice of cancellation due to nonpayment of premium, and that these written notices shall be provided by e-mail, facsimile, delivery, or regular mail to the traffic engineer. The cancellation or other termination of any required insurance policy shall automatically revoke and terminate the pedicab license. The pedicab license shall be valid and effective from January 1 to December 31 of the year approved. (O.15,487, 16,371) Sec. 114-699. - Prohibitions. No person under the age of 16 shall operate a pedicab. No person shall operate a pedicab without a pedicab license. No person shall operate a Class 2 or 3 low-speed electric bicycle as a pedicab. No person shall operate a pedicab on a street with a posted speed limit of 35 miles per hour or greater, except for the purpose of crossing the street. No person, while operating a pedicab, shall stop on a street with a posted speed limit of 35 miles per hour or greater in order to pick up or drop off passengers. (O.15,487, 16,371) Sec. 114-700. - Penalty. Any person who fails to perform an act required by this division or who commits an act prohibited by this division shall be guilty of a simple misdemeanor punishable by a penalty as provided by section 1-15 of this Code. (O.15,487) Secs. 114-701—114-1100. - Reserved. 29 CHAPTER 8 BICYCLES SECTION: 9-8-1: Operation Of Bicycles 9-8-2: Parking Bicycles 9-8-3: Lights And Reflectors Required 9-8-4: Vehicles In Bicycle Lanes And Bicycle Parking Areas 9-8-5: Unlawful License Application, Possession Or Transfer 9-8-6: Parking Violations 9-8-7: Electric Assist Bicycles 9-8-8: Penalty 9-8-1: OPERATION OF BICYCLES 1 : A. Observation Of Traffic Rules: 1. All persons riding bicycles upon any street or sidewalk within the City must obey all Traffic Ordinances and rules as to traffic lights and highway and street stop signs and must be required to signal any change of direction or course of travel in the same manner as such signals are required under the law governing the use of motor vehicles and must not turn to the right or left in traffic except at regular intersections of streets, alleys or driveways. Notwithstanding any provision herein, all persons riding bicycles upon a sidewalk must obey pedestrian traffic control devices. (1978 Code §23-66) 2. All persons riding bicycles upon any street, sidewalk or bike lane within the City shall observe all ordinances and rules as to traffic limits and shall make full and complete stops at official stop signs. 3. In addition, all persons riding bicycles shall be subject to the provisions of ordinances applicable to the driver of a motor vehicle, except as to those provisions which, by their very nature, can have no application. (1978 Code §23-66) B. Method Of Riding: 1. A bicycle rider shall not ride other than astride a permanent and regular bicycle seat. 2. No rider of a bicycle intended for one person shall carry a second person on any part of the bicycle, except infants may be carried when a suitable and proper seat is provided. 3. No person riding a bicycle shall carry any package, bundle or article which would prevent the rider from keeping both hands on the handlebars. (1978 Code §23-68) C. Riding On Roadways: Persons riding bicycles on the roadway shall not ride more than two (2) abreast and, on laned roadways, shall ride within a single lane. No bicyclist shall ride so as to impede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic. D. Careful Riding: No person shall ride or propel a bicycle upon any sidewalk or roadway except in a prudent and careful manner. (1978 Code §23-69) E. Riding On Sidewalk: 1. No person shall ride a bicycle upon a sidewalk in the Central Downtown Business District. The Central Downtown Business District is the area bounded by and including Capitol Street to the west, Burlington Street to the south, Gilbert Street to the east, and Jefferson Street to the north. 2. Whenever any person is riding a bicycle upon a sidewalk, such person shall yield the right-of-way to any pedestrian and shall give audible signal before overtaking and passing such pedestrian. (1978 Code §23-64) F. Riding On Bikeways: No person shall ride or operate a bicycle within a bicycle lane or path in any direction except that permitted by vehicular traffic traveling on the same side of the roadway, provided bicycles may proceed either way along a lane or path where arrows or signs designate two-way bicycle traffic. (1978 Code §23-70; amd. 1994 Code; Ord. 97-3765, 1- 14-1997; Ord. 97-3788, 6-3-1997; Ord. 15-4635, 8-18-2015; Ord. 24-4926, 6-4-2024) Notes 1 1. See subsection 10-5-3A of this Code, bicycles in City Plaza. 9-8-2: PARKING BICYCLES:30 Regardless of any other provision of this title, no person shall park a bicycle on a street or alley in such a manner as to obstruct pedestrian or motor vehicle travel. Any bicycle within one block or three hundred feet (300') of a bicycle rack must be parked in such a rack. Any bicycle parked on public property in a commercial district shall not be attached to poles, parking meters, except parking meters equipped with a bicycle rack, signs, trees, trash receptacles, street hardware or any other permanent structure. (Ord. 96-3710, 1-23-1996) 9-8-3: LIGHTS AND REFLECTORS REQUIRED: A. Reflectors: All bicycles shall be equipped with reflective surfaces visible at three hundred feet (300') from the rear when viewed in front of lawful lower beams of headlamps on a motor vehicle. Reflective materials may be mounted on each side of each pedal. If the bicycle is not equipped with reflective surfaces as required herein, no person shall use said bicycle from sunset to sunrise unless the bicycle displays or driver wears a lamp on the back part of the bicycle, and the lamp shall emit a red light visible from a distance of at least three hundred feet (300') from the back of the bicycle. B. Headlights At Night: All bicycles used from sunset to sunrise shall display or their drivers shall wear a lamp on the front part of the bicycle, and the lamp shall emit a white light visible from a distance of at least three hundred feet (300') from the front of the bicycle. (1978 Code §23-62) (Ord. 19-4802, 8-20-2019) 9-8-4: VEHICLES IN BICYCLE LANES AND BICYCLE PARKING AREAS: A. No person shall drive a motor vehicle in a bicycle path, lane or parking area or park any motor vehicles in such a path, lane or parking area. Motorized bicycles, motor bicycles and mopeds are prohibited from parking in bicycle parking areas, except as otherwise allowed pursuant to subsection B of this section. (Ord. 11-4440, 8-2-2011, eff. 1-1-2012) B. The city manager, or designee, is hereby authorized to install signs permitting motor vehicles to be parked in a designated bicycle lane, bicycle path or parking area during specific times and days. When such signs are present, motor vehicle parking shall be permitted only during those times specifically stated on the signs. (1978 Code §23-71; amd. 1994 Code; Ord. 97-3765, 1-14-1997) 9-8-5: UNLAWFUL LICENSE APPLICATION, POSSESSION OR TRANSFER: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement of a material fact, either in the application for a city bicycle license or in the transfer of same, or who intends to procure or pass title to a bicycle which the person knows or has reason to believe has been stolen or who receives or transfers possession which the person knows or has reason to believe has been stolen shall be deemed guilty of a simple misdemeanor. (1978 Code §23-74; amd. 1994 Code) 9-8-6: PARKING VIOLATIONS: A. Impoundment Of Bicycles: 1. On finding a bicycle is: a) abandoned; b) inoperable; or c) unattended at a place where the bicycle constitutes an obstruction to vehicle or pedestrian traffic or constitutes an imminent threat to the health, safety or welfare of the public or is in violation of an existing parking ordinance, the police department or any officer, agent or employee of the city so designated may remove or cause the removal of such bicycle to a place designated by the chief of police for the storage of impounded bicycles. (Ord. 15-4635, 8-18-2015) 2. Upon impoundment of such bicycle, the city shall notify the last known owner of such impoundment by first class mail. At the time of impoundment, the city may cause to be filed a citation pursuant to state law upon the owner or driver of such bicycle at the time of impoundment. The owner or driver may reclaim such bicycle upon presentation of proof of ownership or by a notarized declaration of ownership and by accepting such citation and signing a promise to appear and payment of any accrued fees and charges. Such fees and charges shall be set by resolution. 3. If impoundment requires the destruction of a chain, padlock or other security device, agents or employees designated to enforce the parking ordinances of the city or any peace officer are hereby authorized to destroy such security devices. (1978 Code §23-72; amd. 1994 Code) B. Owner Prima Facie Responsible For Parking Violations: 1. If any bicycle is found stopped, standing, parked, or abandoned in any manner in violation of this title and the identity of the driver cannot be determined, the owner shall be held prima facie responsible for such violation. (Ord. 01-3992, 12-11- 2001) 2. In the event the City is unable to ascertain the owner, or the owner does not claim the bicycle within three (3) calendar months from the date of impoundment, the City shall, except as noted below, cause such bicycle to be sold at a public auction. Notice of such disposition shall be published pursuant to State law governing abandoned vehicles. In lieu of selling said bicycle at public auction, the City may donate it to: a) a nonprofit organization or entity which serves low income/disadvantaged youth or families in Johnson County, Iowa, for use by members of the population served; b) a low income/disadvantaged youth; or c) a homeless individual who has no other means of transportation. (Ord. 17-4697, 3-7- 2017) 3. Proceeds from sales and impoundment fees shall be used to defray the costs of bicycle registration and bicycle facilities. (1978 Code §23-73) 9-8-7: ELECTRIC ASSIST BICYCLES: 31 The provisions of sections 9-8-1, 9-8-3, and 9-8-5 of this chapter apply to electric assist bicycles in the same manner and to the same extent as they apply to bicycles. (Ord. 19-4786, 4-2-2019) 9-8-8: PENALTY: Violation of this chapter is a simple misdemeanor punishable by a fine of fifteen dollars ($15.00). (Ord. 19-4807, 10-1-2019) 32 VETERINARY DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY PHASE 2 CONSTRUCTION SITE THERKILDSEN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION SITE CYTOWN - PARKING AND INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS CONSTRUCTION SITE LEBARON HALL CONSTRUCTION SITE SO HIG Y 30 UN ER SI T Y B UL VA UT H R RS ID E D VE BE A C H A V E AS H A V E BE A C H A V E JACK TRICE WAY CY T O W N L A N E SOU T H 4 T H S T LINCOLN WAYLINCOLN WAY LINCOLN WAY LY N N A V E WE L C H A V E AS H A V E BE A C H A V E CENTER DRIVE GABLE LANE PAMMEL DRIVE WA L L A C E R O A D OSBORN DRIVE WAL L A C E R O A D FA R M H O U S E L A N E NORTH UNIVERSITY BOULEVARD MO R R I L L R O A D OSBORN DRIVE ST A N G E R O A D HAB ER ROAD HABER RO AD 13THSTREET 24TH STREETST ST A N G E R O A D OAD STOTTS RO AD TSRO HA Y W A R D A V E SH E L D O N A V E HUNT ST STORM ST KNAPP ST ARBOR ST HA Y W A R D A V E GA T E W A Y H I L L S P A R K D R WE L C H A V E MORTENSEN RD ST A T E A V E N U E UNION DRIVE BI S S E L L R O A D HY L A N D A V E N U E SH E L D O N A V E N U E E X T E N S I O N PAMMEL DRIVE WEST STREET 13THSTREET ONTARIO STREET 4TH ST R E E T WANDA DALEY DRIVE WI N L O C K R O A D HAWTHORN COURT DRIVE BEACH ROAD NO R T H UN IVERSITY BOULEVARD HY L A N D A V E N U E GEOFFROY HALL BUCHANAN HALL SCHEMAN BUILDING HILTON COLISEUM STEPHENS AUDITORIUM FISHER THEATER ISU CHILD CARE CENTER AT VETERINARY MEDICINE PATTERSON HALL VETERINARY DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY VETERINARY FIELD SERVICES WA L L A C E WI L S O N COMMONS KNAPP- STORMS BUILDING Iowa State Center AMES ISU ICE ARENA SOUTH CAMPUS STORAGE FACILITY LLO Y D V E T E R I N A R Y MED I C A L C E N T E R ALUMNI CENTER HANSEN AGRICULTURE STUDENT LEARNING CENTER EQUINE LEARNING CENTER PERFORMANCE EVALUATION FACILITY UNION DRIVE COMMUNITY CENTER BLACK ENGINEERING BUILDING COOVER HALL COL L E G E O F DES I G N SWEENEY HALL SU K U P H A L L DU R H A M C E N T E R PE A R S O N HA L L ATANASOFF HALL STUDENT INNOVATION CENTER SNEDECOR HALL PARKS LIBRARY BE A R D S H E A R HA L L CARVER HALL ENROLLMENT SERVICES CENTER LAB OF MECH SIMON ESTES MUSIC HALL MACKAY HALL HU M A N N U T R I . 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AMES INTERMODAL FACILITY HE L S E R H A L L CATT HALL FARM HOUSE MUSEUM ROSS HALL CU R T I S S H A L L AGRONOMY HALL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE HAMILTON HALL FOOD SCIENCES BUILDING HEADY HALL EA S T HA L L FORKER BUILDING LIED RECREATION ATHLETIC CENTER SLOSS HOUSE GERDIN BUSINESS BUILDING MEMORIAL UNION THE KNOLL WELCH HALL RO B E R T S LY O N BI R C H B A R T O N FR E E M A N CO M M O N S WI L L O W H A L L LARCH HALLMA P L E H A L L PA L M E R BU I L D I N G HOOVER HALL MARTIN HALL EATON HALL JISCHKE HONORS BUILDING HIXSON-LIED STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER STUDENT SERVICES BUILDING MA R S T O N HA L L STATE GYMNASIUM ADVANCED TEACHING & RESEARCH BUILDING TOWN ENGINEERING BUILDING KING PAVILION BEYER HALLTHIELEN STUDENT HEALTH CENTER MO R R I L L HA L L TASF SPEDDING HALL GILMAN HALL OFFICE & LAB BLDG PHYSICS HALL WILHELM HALL COMMUNICATIONS BUILDING MOLECULAR BIOLOGY BUILDING METALS DEVELOPMENT BUILDING SCIENCE HALL LAGOMARCINO HALL KILDEE HALL MEATS LABORATORY IOWA FARM BUREAU PAVILION NATIONAL SWINE RSRCH CENTER NATIONAL LAB FOR AG. & ENVIRON. SEED SCIENCE BUILDING USDA GREENHOUSE GREENHOUSE GENERAL SERVICES BUILDING POWER PLANT ELM HALL OAK HALL PLANT PATH GREENHOUSE AGRONOMY CROP GENOME INFORMATICS LABORATORY HACH HALL BIORENEWABLES RESEARCH LABORATORY ELINGS HALL HOWE HALL TROXEL HALL SCIENCE HALL II LIBRARY STORAGE FACILITY HORSE BARN RUMINANT NUTRITION LAB FINANCIAL SERVICES BUILDING TRAN S P O R T A T I O N SERV I C E S HORTICULTURE HALL PA R K I N G RA M P LINDEN HALL CYRIDE ROY J. CARVER CO-LABORATORY NORTH CHILLED WATER PLANT PRINTING & PUBLICATIONS BUILDING DOE WAREHOUSE DOE MECH DOE MAINT DOE CONST DOE SHOP FREDERIKSEN COURT COMMUNITY CENTER EH&S SERVICES BUILDING AD M I N I S T R A T I V E SE R V I C E S B L D G EXTENSION 4-H YOUTH BUILDING FREDERIKSEN COURT ZAFFARANO PHYSICS ADDITION HUB UNIVERSITY SURPLUS & STORAGE FACILITY BERGSTROM FOOTBALL COMPLEX STARK PERFORMANCE CENTER JACOBSON ATHLETIC BUILDING JACK TRICE STADIUM EAS T C A M P U S PAR K I N G D E C K SCHILLETTER - UNIVERSITY VILLAGECOMMUNITYCENTER ISU FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER ARMORY BESSEY HALL ADVANCED MACHINERY SYSTEMS LAB REIMAN GARDENS CONSERVATORY College Creek Cap Timm Field Southwest Recreation Complex Campus Town Arboretum Marston Water Tower Cross Country Course Johnny Majors Practice Field Maple, Willow, Larch Recreation Fields Southeast Recreation Complex Lied Recreation Fields Anderson Sculpture Garden George Washington Carver Plaza Cyclone Sports Complex Reiman Gardens Ioway Creek Worle Creek Worle Creek Iowa State University Research Park Veenker Memorial Golf Course Pammel Woods Cemetery Schilletter - UniversityVillage Furnam Aquatic Center (City Of Ames) Union P a c i fi c R a i l r o a d Lake LaVerne Colle g e C r e e k National Pan-Hellenic Council Plaza Off-street Route On-street Route Dismount Zone Campus Bike Routes Legend ©02/2024, IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY, PRODUCED BY OFFICE OF UNIVERSITY MARKETING IN COOPERATION WITH THE OFFICE OF FACILITIES PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT Bike Parking Bike Repair Station *Dashed routes are City of Ames or Ames School District paths 33 Safety Tips for Motorists Do not honk your horn at bicyclists. They may be startled and lose control. Use extra caution when passing bicyclists. Move entirely into the left lane; on a two-lane road, don’t pass a bicycle if oncoming traffi c is near. Bicyclists might swerve to avoid road hazards. Common road hazards for bicyclists are potholes, debris, drainage grates, railroad tracks, and narrow bridges. Be careful when opening your vehicle door. Road widths often force bicyclists to ride close to parked vehicles where they might be injured by an opening door. When in doubt, yield to bicyclists. Obey Traffi c Signs and Signals. Bicyclists are responsible for knowing and obeying all traffi c laws. In order to reinforce the fact that bicycles belong on the road, bicyclists must obey traffi c laws and be courteous to other road users. Never Ride Against Traffi c. Motorists and other cyclists aren’t looking for a bicyclist on the wrong side of the roadway. Riding on the wrong side increases the likelihood and the severity of head-on collisions. Follow Lane Markings. Like other traffi c, bicyclists must follow lane markings. Bicyclists can’t turn left from the right lane or go straight on a right-turn-only lane. Use Hand Signals. Hand signals tell motorists what you intend to do. Signal as a matter of law, courtesy and self-protection. Ride on the Right. When no shoulder is available, move as far to the right as is practical and safe. Don’t Pass on the Right. Motorists are not looking for a bicyclist to pass on the right. Passing must be done at a safe distance to the left. The return to the right side of the road must not be made until there is a safe, clear distance in front of the passed vehicle. Obey Bicycle and Traffi c Laws. Bicyclists who violate traffi c laws are subject to the same fi nes as motor vehicle drivers. Use Lights at Night. Every bicycle being used at night must be equipped with a white light on the front and a red light or refl ector on the rear; both must be visible for at least 300 feet. Don’t Ride Bicycles on Interstate Highways. Bicyclists are prohibited, by law, from using interstate highways in Iowa. Summary of State of Iowa Bicycling Laws Sharrows remind bicyclists and motorists that the lane must be shared, as well as showing bicyclists where to ride on the road. Ames Police Department 515-239-5133 ISU Police 515-294-4428 Report Thefts and Accidents Register your bike online through the ISU Parking Division. You will need to know the make, model, type of bike, serial number, speeds, color, and style to complete registration. Your information is recorded and you will receive a sticker with a registration number to affi x to your bike. The best chance for recovering your stolen bicycle is having a registered serial number. Walk Your Wheels Signs remind bicyclists and skateboarders to walk their wheels when using the sidewalks on campus. Art on Campus Collection renderings of: G-nome by Andrew Leicester Sequence by John D. Jennings City of Ames Regulations Ride with no more than two bicycles side- by-side while on a city street, except on designated bicycle paths. Operate a bicycle equipped with a brake that will enable a braked-wheel skid on dry pavement. Operate at reasonable and appropriate speeds under existing conditions. Yield the right-of-way on an off-street bicycle path to traffi c traveling on a public roadway. Don’t be attached to or towed by any vehicle. Don’t carry articles that prevent the rider from having at least one hand on the handle bars. Don’t operate a bicycle on sidewalks along Main Street (from Duff to Clark), Welch Avenue (Knapp to Lincoln Way), and Lincoln Way (Stanton to Hayward). Don’t operate a bicycle on Grand Avenue. Iowa State University Campus Rules Use the provided bike racks. Do not use trees, poles, rails, etc. Use a bike lock. Register your bicycle. No bicycles allowed on central campus sidewalks. No bicycles allowed in buildings on campus. Funded by ISU Parking Division Safety Tips for Bicyclists on Iowa State's Campus Ride on the right. Ride in the right lane, except when passing another vehicle, preparing for a left turn, or avoiding hazards. Never ride against traffi c. Always ride with the fl ow of traffi c. Keep one earbud out. Make sure you are always able to hear sirens, honking, or other warning signals from motorists. Make eye contact with motorists. Never assume a motorist sees you or that you have the right-of-way. Ex- pect the unexpected, such as parked vehicles pulling into traffi c, vehicle doors opening into your path, and debris on the road. At night, use a headlight, taillight, and refl ectors. 34