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North Ridgeville's new e-bike rules, including helmets for riders under 18, are now in effect

If you ride an e-bike in North Ridgeville, the rules changed Wednesday. An ordinance City Council passed Oct. 5 took effect Nov. 4.

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Helmet rules depend on the e-bike's class

ClassMotor assistHelmet required
Class 1Pedal assist, 20 mph maxRiders under 18
Class 2Throttle, 20 mph maxRiders under 18
Class 3Pedal assist, 28 mph maxAll ages

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North Ridgeville's e-bike rules are in effect; Avon Lake falls in playoffs

Plus, Avon Lake's income tax credit change and Veterans Day closures.

The TLDR

  1. North Ridgeville's e-bike rules took effect Nov. 4
  2. Avon Lake falls 35-7 at Gallagher Stadium
  3. County offices and courts close Wed., Nov. 11
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