Community Services, Public Safety, Housing & Economic Development - 7/14/2026 - Agenda Item D1

The City of Oxnard's Community Services, Public Safety, Housing & Economic Development Committee met on July 14, 2026, to review and recommend approval of a new ordinance regulating motorized wheel conveyances, including e-bikes. The ordinance aims to address community safety concerns related to e-bike usage, especially among youth, by establishing local rules on operation, helmet requirements, speed limits, and enforcement mechanisms. It also includes an online safety education program for minors cited under the ordinance. The committee considered state laws, local data, and comparable regulations from other coastal cities. The ordinance aligns with pending California state legislation that would enhance e-bike safety and local regulatory authority. No specific procurement or contracting actions were discussed during the meeting.