West ValleyFriday, November 13
Avondale police seek partners for e-bike training, and Tolleson's council may raise its pay
The Good Day Goodyear team
If you ride an e-bike or e-scooter around Avondale, the police department wants to train you. Since the City Council unanimously approved an ordinance at the end of August, the department has been looking for partners to host free Electric Device Training. The session planned for Saturday, Nov. 14 at Avondale City Hall has been postponed.
Avondale sets minimum riding ages from 11 to 16
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| Value | |
|---|---|
| E-scooters | 11 years |
| Class 1 and 2 e-bikes | 14 years |
| Class 3 e-bikes | 16 years |
Ideal partners include PTAs, schools, faith-based communities, property management companies and HOAs. The training covers device type and class, rider safety, sidewalk operations and possible violations. Unlike the other two classes, Class 2 e-bikes have a throttle that can propel the device without pedaling.
Class 3 e-bikes reach 28 mph while sidewalks cap at 10 mph
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| Value | |
|---|---|
| Sidewalk limit | 10 mph |
| Class 1 and 2 e-bikes | 20 mph |
| Class 3 e-bikes | 28 mph |
- Presentations run 15 to 25 minutes
- Helmets required for riders younger than 16
- Partner contact: emailpolicedepartment@avondaleaz.gov
Over in Tolleson, the City Council may give itself a raise before Thanksgiving. Supporters call it a way of making public service more accessible.