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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Hi all – I know some of you have experiences with e-bike uses and thought you would be willing to share your thoughts with OPRD – see info on survey below…Best, Sheri<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">From:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> Oregon Parks and Recreation Dept. <<a href="mailto:info@flashalert.net">info@flashalert.net</a>>
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<b>Sent:</b> Friday, August 16, 2024 11:17 AM<br>
<b>To:</b> GILL Kuri * OPRD <<a href="mailto:kuri.gill@oprd.oregon.gov">kuri.gill@oprd.oregon.gov</a>><br>
<b>Subject:</b> Share your experiences and thoughts on e-bikes in Oregon State Park survey (Photo)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<h2 style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="color:#222222">SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCES AND THOUGHTS ON E-BIKES IN OREGON STATE PARK SURVEY (PHOTO)<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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News Release from <strong><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">Oregon Parks and Recreation Dept.</span></strong><br>
<i>Posted on FlashAlert: August 16th, 2024 11:16 AM</i><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Downloadable file: <a href="https://www.flashalertnewswire.net/images/news/2024-08/1303/174596/Cyclists_1.jpg" target="_blank">
Cyclists on the Banks-Vernonia State Trail</a><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p>SALEM, Oregon— Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is inviting the community to share their experiences and opinions on electric assisted bicycle (e-bike) and other electric micromobility (e-micromobility) devices in an online survey through Aug.
31. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p>OPRD is seeing an increase in the use of e-bikes and e-micromobility devices in Oregon State Parks, which can present both opportunities and challenges. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p>Earlier this year, the Oregon Legislature adopted a 3-class classification system for e-bikes based on the type of motor, level of electric assistance and speed capabilities. OPRD plans to update its e-bike rules later this year in line with these changes. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p>Currently, electric assisted bicycles that fit the definition under Oregon law <a href="https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/bills_laws/ors/ors801.html">(ORS 801.258) </a>may ride on bicycle trails 8 feet and wider unless otherwise marked at Oregon State Parks
or on beaches where motor vehicles are allowed. However, e-bikes, when used by a person with a mobility-related disability, are considered
<i>other power-driven mobility devices</i> (OPDMD) by the ADA, which means they’re allowed for accessibility. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p>By participating in this survey now, the public can inform OPRD about their current e-bike and e-micromobility use, concerns and opinions. Additional opportunities for public involvement will be available through the rulemaking process. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p>This <a href="https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/PRP/Pages/PRP-Ebike-Engagement.aspx">
online survey</a> only takes a few minutes to complete. Respondents can also choose to enter a drawing for an annual state parks parking permit upon completing the survey. Responses will be accepted until midnight August 31, 2024.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p>Taking part in this survey will help the agency gain a better understanding of the role of electric devices in outdoor recreation. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p>OPRD encourages everyone to follow the rules and guidelines for riding safely in Oregon State Parks. Learn more about riding safely at
<a href="https://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm?do=v.feature-article&articleId=350">
https://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm?do=v.feature-article&articleId=350</a>.<o:p></o:p></p>
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