For purposes of this chapter:
A. 
"Motorized foot scooter" — means a device with two or three wheels that has handlebars, a floorboard that can be stood upon while riding, and is powered by an internal combustion engine or electric motor that has a maximum speed of no greater than 20 miles per hour on level ground.
For purposes of this section, a motor-driven cycle, a moped, an electric-assisted bicycle, or a motorcycle is not a motorized foot scooter.
B. 
"Wheeled recreational device" — means any wheeled recreational object designed to propel a person including but not limited to bicycles, skates, roller blades, scooters, or skateboards whether powered by gravity, human power, or an electric motor, and which is not required to obtain and display a Washington State vehicle license.
C. 
"City street" — means every way, lane, road, street, boulevard, or public right-of-way open to vehicular traffic within the City of Edgewood.
D. 
"City property" — means any park, parking lot, municipal facility, trail, or other real property owned or maintained by the City.
E. 
"Helmet" — means an approved helmet as defined in EMC § 10.22.010.
F. 
"Trail" — means any publicly owned path or walkway primarily designed for use by non-motorized users including pedestrians and bicyclists.
(Ord. 26-0711, 5/26/2026)
The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to emergency responders performing official duties or to individuals operating mobility devices used by persons with disabilities consistent with Washington State law.
(Ord. 26-0711, 5/26/2026)
A. 
Operators of motorized foot scooters and wheeled recreational devices shall comply with all applicable rules of the road under Chapters 46.61 and 46.20 RCW and other applicable laws.
B. 
Motorized foot scooters shall not be operated on sidewalks within the city of Edgewood.
C. 
No motorized wheeled recreational device capable of exceeding twenty (20) miles per hour shall be operated on a sidewalk within the city.
D. 
When operated during hours of darkness, motorized scooters and bicycles shall be equipped with a front white light and red reflector on the rear. A lamp emitting a red light to the rear or a light emitting diode flashing taillight may be used in addition to the red reflector. All lights and reflectors must meet the visibility requirements outlined in RCW 46.61.780.
E. 
No passenger shall ride on a motorized foot scooter or wheeled recreational device unless the device is specifically designed to carry additional passengers.
F. 
Motorized foot scooters or wheeled recreational devices shall not tow another device or person except where a properly designed trailer is utilized in a safe manner.
G. 
Operators shall not operate such devices in a negligent manner or in violation of any public disturbance or noise ordinance.
H. 
Motorized foot scooters shall be equipped with a mechanism that disengages the motor when the throttle is released.
I. 
Every motorized foot scooter shall be equipped with a functioning brake capable of stopping the device safely.
(Ord. 26-0711, 5/26/2026)
Any person operating a motorized foot scooter or wheeled recreational device on a city street or on any City property shall wear a properly fastened helmet while the device is in motion.
(Ord. 26-0711, 5/26/2026)
Operators of motorized foot scooters and wheeled recreational devices shall obey all applicable traffic laws of the State of Washington and the Edgewood Municipal Code when operating on public streets, sidewalks, or public property. This chapter does not create or expand liability for driving under the influence or any other criminal traffic offense under state law.
(Ord. 26-0711, 5/26/2026)
A. 
No parent, guardian, or person having custody of a minor shall permit that minor to operate a motorized foot scooter or wheeled recreational device in violation of this chapter.
B. 
A violation of this section by a parent or guardian shall constitute a civil infraction.
C. 
A law enforcement officer may impound a motorized foot scooter or wheeled recreational device used in violation of this chapter in accordance with City procedures.
D. 
Only the parent or legal guardian of a violator or an adult owner can reclaim a motorized foot scooter or wheeled recreational device impounded pursuant to this section.
E. 
When a motorized foot scooter or wheeled recreational device is impounded, a $50.00 fee for administrative costs of impoundment and processing shall be assessed in addition to any monetary penalty assesses. The administrative fee must be paid to the city prior to the release of the impounded device.
F. 
Any motorized foot scooter or wheeled recreational device that remains unclaimed for a period exceeding sixty (60) days may be disposed of in accordance with state law.
(Ord. 26-0711, 5/26/2026)
A violation of any provision of this chapter shall be designated as a Class 1 civil infraction and punishable by the imposition of a monetary penalty in the amount of $250.00 plus costs and assessments.
(Ord. 26-0711, 5/26/2026)