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E-bike and golf cart safety regulation

Residents are upset about e-bikes speeding through parks and running stop signs, but state law sharply limits what the city can ban. The council leaned toward signs and safety education rather than new ordinances, and asked for a draft rule just for the sports complex.

2 mentionsLast discussed Aug 13, 2026

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Police Chief Termination

Van’s city council fired the police chief, and residents are pushing back as the fight moves to upcoming council meetings. If you care about who runs local law enforcement—and how much say residents get—this is worth watching.

2 mentionsLast discussed Jul 10, 2024