08/14/2026
π²π΄ Ride Smart. Ride Safe. Omro!
The City of Omro and Omro Police Department are working to educate our community about the rules for e-bikes and e-scooters. Whether you are a rider, parent, caregiver, pedestrian, or motorist, knowing the rules helps keep everyone safe.
Important reminders for riders:
πͺ Under 18? A helmet is required when operating or riding as a passenger on an e-bike or e-scooter.
πΆ Pedestrians have the right-of-way. Slow down, yield, and give people plenty of room.
π Walk it across pedestrian bridges. Dismount your bicycle, e-bike, or e-scooter before crossing the Fox River pedestrian footbridge.
ποΈ No sidewalk riding in the C-1 Downtown Commercial District.
π² Class 2 and Class 3 e-bikes are not permitted on City sidewalks.
π΄ E-scooters may not exceed 20 MPH, with lower speed limits applying in certain locations and to younger riders.
π‘ Be visible after dark. Proper lighting and reflectors are required.
π« No reckless riding, racing, wheelies, stunts, or other unsafe operation.
π¨βπ©βπ§ Parents: Know the age rules. Different restrictions apply to riders under ages 10, 12, 14, 16, and 18.
The Common Council emphasized education before enforcement when adopting these regulations. Our goal is to make sure riders understand the rules and have the information they need to make safe choices.
Please share this post and talk with the young riders in your household.
BE COURTEOUS. BE CAREFUL. BE OMRO PROUD.
Ride Smart β’ Ride Safe β’ Share the Road
β City of Omro & Omro Police Department