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Pacific Grove Unified School District

E-Bikes

E-Bike & Student Transportation Safety Initiative

E-Bike & Student Transportation Safety Initiative

Shared Responsibility: PGUSD and the Pacific Grove Police Department (PGPD) have partnered under Board Policy BP 5142.2 (Safe Routes to School) to educate students, enforce state transportation laws, and issue required campus parking permits.

Overview & Rules

 

PGUSD & PGPD Safety Overview

Pacific Grove Unified School District and the Pacific Grove Police Department are committed to proactive safety measures, encouraging responsible riding behaviors across Pacific Grove roads and school zones.

 

Essential District & State Safety Guidelines

  • Helmet Requirement (CVC §21212): Riders under 18 must wear a properly fitted and buckled helmet while riding bicycles, e-bikes, e-scooters, or skateboards.
  • Traffic Laws: E-bike and bicycle riders must obey all stop signs, traffic signals, turn signals, and right-of-way laws just like motor vehicles.
  • Passenger Restrictions: No passengers are permitted on e-bikes or scooters unless the device is factory-equipped with a permanently attached passenger seat and footrests.
  • Sidewalk Riding: Do not ride on sidewalks where restricted by Pacific Grove city ordinance or in heavy pedestrian areas. Walk devices on campus grounds.
  • No Distractions: Earbuds covering both ears and handheld cell phone use are strictly prohibited while riding.
  • Night Visibility: Front white headlights and rear red reflectors or lights are required in low-visibility or nighttime hours.

Device Classifications

 

Transportation Device Regulations in California

State law categorizes e-bikes, e-scooters, and skateboards with specific age and speed restrictions:

 

E-Bike Classes (CVC §312.5)

Class Operation Type Max Speed Age Restrictions
Class 1 Pedal-assist only 20 mph No age minimum (Helmet required if <18)
Class 2 Throttle-assisted 20 mph No age minimum (Helmet required if <18)
Class 3 Pedal-assist with speedometer 28 mph Minimum age: 16 years old (Helmet required for ALL)
 

Electric Scooters & Skateboards

  • Electric Scooters (CVC §21235): Must be at least 16 years old and hold a valid driver's license or instruction permit. Maximum speed is 15 mph. Helmets required for riders under 18.
  • Electric Skateboards (CVC §21292): Maximum speed 15 mph. Helmets are required for all riders regardless of age. Restricted to streets with speed limits under 35 mph unless in a bike lane.
 
Prohibited Vehicles: High-speed electric motorbikes (e.g., Sur-Ron, Talaria) or modified non-compliant e-bikes exceeding legal speed limits are strictly forbidden on PGUSD campuses.

4-Step Campus Registration

 

4-Step Campus E-Bike Permit & Registration

Under District policy, any student wishing to ride and park an e-bike on a PGUSD campus (PGHS / PGMS) must complete the 4-pillar partnership verification process:

1. Online E Bike Course

Complete the online safety course and retain your completion certificate for campus verification.

2. PGPD Station Visit

Student and parent/guardian visit the Pacific Grove Police Department for an in-person inspection with a Community Service Officer (CSO).

3. E-Bike & Safety Verification

The CSO documents the e-bike make, model, serial number, and classification (Class 1, 2, or 3), and collects the signed Parent/Student Oath.

4. District Permit Sticker

Bring the PGPD verification slip to the school main office to receive the official PGUSD E-Bike Permit Sticker for display on the frame.

Online E-Bike Course

 

Online E-Bike Safety Training

Students seeking authorization to ride and park an e-bike on school property are required to complete the interactive online safety course below prior to campus verification.

Electric Bicycle Safety and Training - Overview | Rise 360

Safety Presentation and Student/Parent Oath

 

Safety Presentation and Student/Parent Oath

Access the formal PGUSD and PGPD partnership documents and oath forms below:

 

1. PGUSD Student & Parent E-Bike Safety Oath

Review the shared commitment and safety guidelines required for student campus authorization:

Student/Parent Oath

 

2. PGUSD-PGPD Campus Registration Presentation

Explore the full slide deck detailing the Educate, Verify, Register, and Prevent partnership:

Open Registration Presentation (Google Slides)

PGPD & Safety Resources

 

Community & Police Department Resources

  • Pacific Grove Police Department (PGPD): Station located at 580 Pine Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950. Call for CSO registration appointments.
  • Online E-Bike Safety Course: Standardized interactive online training course required for student registration.
  • PGUSD Safe Routes to School (BP 5142.2): District-wide initiative fostering safe walking, biking, and rolling routes around Pacific Grove schools.
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