Legislation Details

File #: REP 17-401    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Informational Report Status: Meeting Item
File created: 10/10/2017 In control: CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP
On agenda: 11/20/2017 Final action:
Title: Bicycle Helmet Ordinance Details: The City of Camas does not currently have a local ordinance regarding bicycle safety helmets, however, many other cities do have such an ordinance. The City Council has asked staff to look into the matter and provide information to council about helmet ordinances. All cities who have adopted local ordinances recognize the health and public safety aspect of such legislation and carefully craft language to ensure that the goals of the legislation are achieved without overly burdensome penalties. Presenter: Mitch Lackey, Chief of Police
Sponsors: Police, Mitch Lackey
Attachments: 1. Draft Bicycle Helmet Ordinance
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Bicycle Helmet Ordinance

Details:  The City of Camas does not currently have a local ordinance regarding bicycle safety helmets, however, many other cities do have such an ordinance. The City Council has asked staff to look into the matter and provide information to council about helmet ordinances. All cities who have adopted local ordinances recognize the health and public safety aspect of such legislation and carefully craft language to ensure that the goals of the legislation are achieved without overly burdensome penalties.    

Presenter:  Mitch Lackey, Chief of Police 

Recommended Action

Recommended Action:  This item will be placed on a future agenda for Council's consideration.