Use micromobility devices safely and responsibly
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The City reminds micromobility device users to stay off
sidewalks, parks, paths and trails
Using a micromobility
device may be a great way to get around the community – but only when done
safely and responsibly. The City of Vaughan is reminding riders to be a
good neighbour by keeping themselves, pedestrians and bystanders out of harm’s
way.
To keep everyone safe, micromobility
devices that are motorized – such as e-scooters, golf carts, Segways, electric
skateboards and hoverboards – should not be used on sidewalks, cycle tracks,
shared pedestrian and bike paths or recreational trails in the city. Exemptions
apply to those who require motorized wheelchairs and medical e-devices to get
around. People operating medical micromobility
devices are treated in the same way as pedestrians on-foot and are permitted on
sidewalks, paths and trails with their mobility devices.
E-bikes operating at a
maximum speed of 32 kilometres per hour with a rider 16 years or older can be
used on most roads and highways where conventional bikes are permitted, with
some exceptions. E-bikes are not allowed on certain provincially controlled access
highways, such as 400 series highways, and city sidewalks, paths, trails and
lanes.
Citizens are encouraged to notify the City of
unsafe micromobility device sightings by contacting Access Vaughan by phone at
905-832-2281 or email at accessvaughan@vaughan.ca
with
the date, location and nature of the incident. The City is tracking these cases
to inform future measures. Citizens can also report concerns of e-device usage
on public roadways to York Regional Police through the non-emergency phone line
at 1-866-876-5423 or the online reporting form.
Micromobility is an emerging trend and a general term used to describe lightweight human-, electric-, or fuel-powered modes of transportation, typically used for shorter trips. These include e-bikes, e-scooters, golf carts, Segways, electric skateboards and hoverboards. City staff are continuing to examine additional measures to ensure the safe use of these devices. Public feedback will be sought on this topic. Sign up to join the project’s mailing list and stay informed about opportunities to provide input.
For more information,
visit vaughan.ca/micromobility.
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