Surrey resident demands enforcement against e-scooters on sidewalks
Robert Stierle, a 65-year-old Guildford resident with mobility issues, is calling for increased enforcement regarding illegal e-scooters, motorbikes, and bicycles on Surrey sidewalks. Stierle reports frequent collisions, threats, and physical assaults while walking, leading him to launch a Change.org petition titled ‘Take Back Our Sidewalks’.
While electric scooters are permitted on private property, they are prohibited on public roads, bike lanes, and sidewalks in Surrey. The Surrey Police and the City of Surrey have issued reminders regarding these restrictions and noted that provincial law requires riders to be at least 16 years old.
In response to growing safety concerns, Surrey Councillor Rob Stutt has urged the provincial government to develop a comprehensive regulatory plan for e-scooters across British Columbia.
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City of Surrey · Rob Stutt · Robert Stierle · Surrey · Surrey Police
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- [● 4 SOURCES] Robert Stierle launched a Change.org petition titled ‘Take Back Our Sidewalks’ to address sidewalk safety. aldergrovestar.com · cloverdalereporter.com · mapleridgenews.com · surreynowleader.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] Robert Stierle claims Surrey sidewalks are unsafe due to high-speed traffic and collisions from e-scooters, motorbikes, and bicycles. aldergrovestar.com · cloverdalereporter.com · mapleridgenews.com · surreynowleader.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] Electric scooters are prohibited on public property in Surrey, including roads, bike lanes, and sidewalks. aldergrovestar.com · cloverdalereporter.com · mapleridgenews.com · surreynowleader.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] Surrey Councillor Rob Stutt urged the provincial government to create a comprehensive e-scooter regulation plan for British Columbia. aldergrovestar.com · cloverdalereporter.com · mapleridgenews.com · surreynowleader.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] E-scooter riders must be at least 16 years of age under provincial law. aldergrovestar.com · cloverdalereporter.com · mapleridgenews.com · surreynowleader.com