State & Regional Coordination
The State of California commissioned an e-bike safety study, targeted for completion in October.
Walnut Creek is coordinating with nearby cities, Contra Costa County, and the State to develop strategies and regulations for safe e-bike operation.
City Council will discuss e-bike safety during an October meeting.
Council will also review an ordinance to limit e-bikes in open space to Class 1 bikes.
The City will continue to track — and potentially influence — statewide legislation.
Police Department Actions
Hosted a “Bike Rodeo” in July to raise bike safety awareness for children and parents.
Conducted an E-bike saturation patrol in August (downtown, 4–10pm, Friday).
Involved 3 traffic officers and 3 drone operators (standby if anyone fled).
Primary objective: education.
Citywide Educational Efforts
A cross-functional group (City Manager’s Office, Police Department, Public Works) is developing an educational campaign.
Campaign will be shared through traditional media and social media.
Plans are underway to engage with schools.
