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*NEW* e-Bike Registration Policy & Instructions

LCMSD e-Bike Registration Policy & Instructions

Too Long Didn’t Read (TLDR):

  • E-bikes must be registered (Registration form) by students with a parent/guardian.
  • Hall will have a registration table at Cougar Prep Day - bring your bike
  • Only class 1 & 2 e-bikes are allowed on LCMSD campuses 
  • No e-scooters, no 750w+ or class 3 capable bikes (i.e. Super 73)
  • Complete training course

OVERVIEW

 

The safety of our students remains a top priority. Beginning this Fall 2024, all students will be required to have an e-Bike Permit ID Tag if they ride an e-bike between home and school. Students will not be allowed to park and lock an e-bike on the school's campus without a school-issued e-Bike Permit ID Tag. This e-bike permit application process was developed in collaboration with the Tamalpais Union High School District and Central Marin Police Authority to ensure all students are equipped to ride to and from school and school events safely.  The permits are only valid for the school year during which they are issued, meaning a permit application must be resubmitted each year. The Permit Tag will be issued by the school and will be secured to the student's e-bike by school staff in a designated place on the bike.

 

This Bicycle Permit Application process (following the instructions below) must be completed by students in partnership with their parent or legal guardian.

HOW TO REGISTER YOUR E-BIKE (CLASS 1 AND CLASS 2 ONLY)

  1. Identify your e-bike classification (see Marin Bicycle Coalition e-bike buyers guide here).
    • NOTE: Class 3 e-Bikes or e-Bikes capable of exceeding 750w are not permitted on LCMSD campuses (i.e. Super 73). See note below under “E-Bike Expectations”.
  2. Take a screenshot or photo of the manufacturer’s website page that identifies the motor size and top motor-assisted speed in the fastest mode/class (needed for registration).
  3. Take a picture of your e-bike (needed for registration).
  4. Note the following information about your e-Bike:
    • Serial Number
    • Year
    • Make (Brand)
    • Model
  5. REQUIRED: Complete the following FREE e-bike safety course (approx. 15 mins) and save a digital copy or take a picture of your completion certificate:  Electric Bicycle Safety & Training Course (needed for registration).
  6. Recommended: Register your bicycle on the Bike Index, in the event your bicycle is lost or stolen. This may help law enforcement locate your lost or stolen bicycle. 
  7. Once you have completed steps #1-5 above (#6 is optional), complete your e-Bike Registration here: LCMSD E-BIKE REGISTRATION FORM

HOW TO GET YOUR PERMIT TAG

 

Bicycle Permit ID Tags will be issued through the school’s front office. The issued ID Tag will be zip tied securely onto the student's e-bike* by an authorized school employee in a designated place and shall not be removed. If the ID Tag is lost or stolen, report this information to the school office immediately for investigation and replacement. Multiple replacement requests may result in revocation of the permit. 

 

E-BIKE EXPECTATIONS

  • Safety: Students must walk their e-bikes upon entering campus, and at all times while on campus, including parking lots and pathways unless permission from a school official has been granted otherwise. Rules of the road, California e-bike laws, and safety requirements must be followed both on campus and in the local community, even outside of the school day (keep our neighbors safe). Wheelies, jumps, and other stunts are never permitted on roadways, bike lanes, or campus. 
  • Helmets: An appropriately fitted helmet must be worn and secured properly at all times. Riders under the age of 18 are required to wear a helmet by law (Section 21212 CVC).
  • Storage: All e-bikes should be parked and locked in their designated area(s) on campus. They should never block ingress or egress or be placed in any location that would compromise safety and access.
  • Charging: Students using e-bikes need to charge their equipment prior to arriving on campus. School outlets should not be used for charging.
  • Security: It is the responsibility of the student to lock and secure their e-bike. The District is not responsible for damage or theft of e-bikes on campus or en route to and from school and school-sponsored events.
  • Permits: All students are required to annually apply for a permit and display their permit in the designated place if they plan to ride their e-bike to school and park it on campus.
  • Permit Tags: After completion of the application process, students will receive a district-issued parking permit tag which will need to be affixed to the frame of their e-bike by school staff.
  • e-Bike Classifications: E-Bikes must be age-appropriate as defined by law. LCMSD will only allow Class 1 and Class 2 e-Bikes on campus. For more information, see the Marin Bicycle Coalition e-bike buyers guide here.
  • NO Class 3 e-Bikes: The only type of e-bikes students are permitted to bring onto camps are Class 1 and Class 2 e-Bikes. 
  • Off-Campus Parking: If you choose NOT to register your e-Bike and park off-campus, your e-bike will be subject to local parking regulations and enforcement by local authorities.

LOSS OF PRIVILEGE

 

Failure to register your bike or comply with the expectations above will result in the following consequences, up to and including loss of your e-Bike permit for the school year:

  1. First offense: Your bike will be (double) locked to the bike rack and you will be required to report to the office. Your bike will be photographed, the incident will be logged, and your parent/guardian(s) will be notified.
  2. Second offense: Your bike will be double locked and you will be required to report to the office. Your bike will be photographed, the incident will be logged, and your parent/guardian(s) will be notified. Your permit will be revoked for one month. A meeting with school staff and the guardian and/or student may be required.
  3. Third/Final Offense: Your permit will be revoked and you will no longer be allowed to park on campus for the remainder of the school year.

 

For more information, see the 5/3/24 Message from Law Enforcement Regarding E-Bikes that was sent via ParentSquare.

Questions? Contact Harrison Blatt, Assistant Principal at hblatt@lcmschools.org.

NOTE: E-scooters, class 3 e-bikes, and class 2 with motors exceeding 750w are no longer allowed on LCMSD campuses as they are illegal for students under 16 to ride. Any bicycle with the capability to exceed 750 watts or to be operated as a class 3 (i.e. Super73) is not allowed at LCMSD schools. (Calif. Vehicle Code Section 312.5(a)(2)).