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Marie Sunseri
From:Steve Elliott <DiabloSteve1973@outlook.com>
Sent:Monday, July 7, 2025 4:54 AM
To:Marie Sunseri
Subject:EBikes Policy
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Dear Town Council -
My name is Steve Elliott. I am a resident of Danville. I understand you are studying the topic of E-Bike
Safety in our town. I am writing on behalf of myself and a group of friends who discussed this topic at
dinner last night. Several of us are regular cyclists.
While I am not aware of exactly what policy you are considering, we strongly urge you to consider a law
prohibiting anyone under 16 years old from operating a Class 2 or 3 e-bike. Pedal assist Class 1 electric
bikes are fine. Youth speeding around on the electric powered Class 2 bikes has become a significant
safety problem. The same is true actually for the small gas powered motos, but they are not as
prevalent. Primary, I observe the most challenging group being middle school age boys, especially when
several are riding together.
We would be grateful for your consideration of doing something significant.
Sincerely,
Steve Elliott
136 Sunhaven Road
Danville, Ca 94506
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