The Fredonia Police Department addresses concerns about the use of electric scooters on city roadways.

Police Chief Tyler Decker says the department has received multiple complaints about careless operation. He says officers have also responded to several incidents both locally and in other communities that have resulted in serious injuries. Decker says existing city ordinances regarding electric scooters have been in place since 2004, and the department’s role is to enforce those rules in the interest of public safety.

He emphasizes the goal is education, not punishment, and says officers are not looking to impound scooters but instead want to ensure riders understand how to operate them safely and within the law.  Decker encourages parents and riders to review city ordinances and have conversations about safe practices.