The Woodridge Park District has updated its policy to align with the Village of Woodridge’s recently adopted ordinance permitting certain low-speed electric devices on paved bike paths and multi-use paths within the Park District. The changes aim to enhance access to environmentally-friendly transportation options while maintaining the safety of all park users.
Low-Speed E-Bikes/Gas Bikes
- Permitted use: Class 1 & 2 low speed e-bikes and low-speed gas bikes with fully operable pedals and electric motor less than 750 watts are permitted on bike paths and multi-use paths within the Woodridge Park District
- Maximum speed: under 20 MPH
- Operators must be at least 16 years old
- Helmets required for riders under 21
- Class 3 low-speed electric bikes, motorized devices exceeding 750 watts, or off-highway motorcycles are prohibited on all District property.
E-Scooters
- Device weight: less than 100 lbs
- Maximum speed: under 10 MPH
- Operators must be at least 18 years old
- Helmets required for riders under 21
- These devices are strictly prohibited in non-paved areas, including playgrounds, athletic fields, courts, nature trails, and other restricted spaces to ensure safety for all park users.
Please note:
- This ordinance shall not apply to motorized wheelchairs or other personal mobility devices used by persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended.
- For more information, view Section 3.3 of the Woodridge Park District Ordinance for Regulations of Use of the District’s Land and Facilities and Enforcement of Penalties for Improper Use, amended on November 18, 2025.
The policy reinforces the Park District’s commitment to providing safe, inclusive recreation opportunities while supporting sustainable transportation options for the community. The Woodridge Police Department will enforce the e-bike/e-scooter ordinance. A first offense may result in a $30 fine, with subsequent violations within a 12-month period increasing by $15 or $30. Parents and legal guardians may be held liable for violations committed by minors as defined in the Illinois Parental Responsibility Law(740 ILCS 115/1 et seq.)
