AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 40 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF LAKESIDE PARK TO REGULATE THE OPERATION OF ELECTRIC BICYCLES ON PUBLIC SIDEWALKS AND OTHER PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES

WHEREAS, the City of Lakeside Park finds that sidewalks are constructed primarily for pedestrian travel and are frequently used by children, seniors, individuals with disabilities, and other vulnerable users; and

WHEREAS, the increasing use of electric scooters, electric bicycles, electric motor-driven cycles, and other electric mobility devices presents new public safety concerns for pedestrians, motorists, and operators alike; and

WHEREAS, City of Lakeside Park contains residential neighborhoods and sidewalks adjacent to heavily travelled public streets where pedestrian safety is of paramount importance; and

WHEREAS, the City of Lakeside Park finds that certain electric mobility devices are capable of speeds and acceleration that make their operation on sidewalks and other pedestrian facilities incompatible with the safe use of those facilities; and

WHEREAS, City of Lakeside Park has authority to regulate the use of its sidewalks local streets, areas of public rights-of-way, and public property to protect the public health, safety, and welfare;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF LAKESIDE PARK, COUNTY OF KENTON, COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY, AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION I
The following sections of Chapter 40 of the City of Lakeside Park Code of Ordinances are amended to include a new definitions as follows:

§ 40.001 DEFINITIONS.
For the purpose of this chapter the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE or ATV. Any motor vehicle used for recreational off-road use.

BICYCLE. A human-powered vehicle with two wheels that are in tandem propelled by pedaling.
MOPED. A motorized bicycle whose frame design may include one or more horizontal crossbars supporting a fuel tank so long as it also has pedals, or a motorized bicycle with a step through type frame which may or may not have pedals rated no more than two brake horsepower, a cylinder capacity not exceeding 50 cubic centimeters, an automatic transmission not requiring clutching or shifting by the operator after the drive system is engaged, and capable of a maximum speed of not more than 30 miles per hour.
MOTORCYCLE. A motor vehicle with two or three wheels designed primarily for use on roadways, powered by an internal combustion engine, and typically larger and faster than motor assisted vehicles.
MOTOR ASSISTED VEHICLE. Any two-wheeled, three-wheeled, or similar personal transportation device powered wholly or partially by an electric motor and designed primarily for the transportation of persons or property, including electric scooters and similar electric mobility devices, but excluding Electric Bicycles, Electric Motor-Driven Cycles, Electric Scooters, mobility devices used by persons with disabilities, and any other vehicle or device separately defined or regulated by this chapter.
CLASS 1 ELECTRIC BICYCLE. An electric bicycle equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and that ceases to provide assistance when the electric bicycle reaches a speed of twenty (20) miles per hour.
CLASS 2 ELECTRIC BICYCLE. An electric bicycle equipped with a motor that may be used exclusively to propel the bicycle, regardless of whether the rider is pedaling, and that is not capable of providing assistance when the electric bicycle reaches a speed of twenty (20) miles per hour.
CLASS 3 ELECTRIC BICYCLE. An electric bicycle equipped with a motor that provides assistance regardless of whether the rider is pedaling and that ceases to provide assistance when the electric bicycle reaches a speed of twenty-eight (28) miles per hour.
ELECTRIC BICYCLE. A bicycle equipped with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than seven hundred fifty (750) watts (one horsepower) that meets the definition of a Class 1, Class 2, or Class 3 Electric Bicycle.
ELECTRIC MOTOR-DRIVEN CYCLE (E-MOTO): A two-wheeled or three-wheeled vehicle powered wholly or partially by an electric motor that is designed to be operated in the manner of a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle, including operation by straddling a seat or saddle, and that is capable of speeds greater than twenty-eight (28) miles per hour under motor power, has a continuous rated motor output exceeding seven hundred fifty (750) watts (one horsepower), or otherwise does not meet the definition of an electric bicycle as defined in this ordinance. The term includes, but is not limited to, electrically powered dirt bikes, pit bikes, motocross motorcycles, mini motorcycles, dual-purpose motorcycles, and similar vehicles, regardless of whether they are equipped with pedals.

SECTION II
The following new sections of Chapter 40 titled OPERATION OF MOTOR ASSISTED VEHICLES, ELECTRIC BICYCLES, AND BICYCLES of the City of Lakeside Park Code of Ordinances as follows:

§ 40.301 OPERATION OF MOTOR ASSISTED VEHICLES, CLASS 1 AND CLASS 2 ELECTRIC BICYCLES, AND BICYCLES.
(A) Any person riding a motor assisted vehicle, Class 1 Electric Bicycle, Class 2 Electric Bicycle, or bicycle on a sidewalk shall yield the right-of-way to any pedestrian and shall give audible signal before passing the pedestrian.
(B) Motor assisted vehicles, Class 1 Electric Bicycle, Class 2 Electric Bicycle, and bicycles shall not exceed a maximum speed of 15 miles per hour when operated on sidewalks.
(C) No motor assisted vehicle, Class 1 Electric Bicycle, Class 2 Electric Bicycle, or bicycle shall be used to carry more persons at one time than the number for which it is designed and equipped.
(D) No person riding on any motor assisted vehicle, Class 1 Electric Bicycle, Class 2 Electric Bicycle, or bicycle shall attach the vehicle or bicycle or himself to any vehicle on a roadway.
(E) No operator of a motor assisted vehicle, Class 1 Electric Bicycle, or Class 2 Electric Bicycle shall operate the vehicle in any public park, except on a roadway or in a parking area.
(F) No motorized assisted vehicle, Class 1 Electric Bicycle, Class 2 Electric Bicycle, or bicycle shall be parked, placed, or left standing in a manner that obstructs or interferes with the safe and accessible use of any sidewalk, ADA access route, fire hydrant, driveway, crosswalk, transit stop, or building entrance.
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed or applied to prohibit, restrict, or otherwise interfere with the lawful use of a wheelchair, mobility scooter, or other mobility device by a person with a disability, or to limit any reasonable modification, reasonable accommodation, or other protection required by applicable federal or state law. This chapter shall be administered and enforced in a manner consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Fair Housing Act, and other applicable federal and state disability-access laws.

§ 40.302 OPERATION OF MOTORCYCLES, MOPEDS, ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES, CLASS 3 ELECTRIC BICYCLES, AND ELECTRIC MOTOR-DRIVEN CYCLES.
(A) When operating on a roadway owned and/or maintained by the City of Lakeside Park, motorcycle, moped, all-terrain vehicle, Class 3 Electric Bicycle, or Electric Motor-Driven Cycle shall be operated in the same manner as a motor vehicle, except as otherwise provided by state law or administrative regulation.
(B) No person shall operate a motorcycle, moped, all-terrain vehicle, Class 3 Electric Bicycle, or Electric Motor-Driven Cycle on the sidewalks of the city. For purposes of this subsection only, a Class 3 Electric Bicycle and Electric Motor-Driven Cycle shall be subject to the same prohibition applicable to motorcycles, mopeds, and all-terrain vehicles with respect to operation on sidewalks. Nothing herein shall be construed to classify a Class 3 Electric Bicycle and Electric Motor-Driven Cycle as a motorcycle or moped for any other purpose under Kentucky law. No operator of any motorcycle, moped, or all-terrain vehicle, Class 3 Electric Bicycle, or Electric Motor-Driven Cycle shall carry another person except on a seat attached thereto or in a side car attached to the vehicle.
(C) No operator of a motorcycle, moped, all-terrain vehicle, Class 3 Electric Bicycle, or Electric Motor-Driven Cycle shall operate the vehicle in any public park, except on a roadway or in a parking area.
(D) No operator of a motorcycle, moped, all-terrain vehicle, Class 3 Electric Bicycle, or Electric Motor-Driven Cycle shall operate the vehicle in any play lot or tot lot.
(E) No motorcycle, moped, all-terrain vehicle, Class 3 Electric Bicycle, or Electric Motor-Driven Cycle shall be parked, placed, or left standing in a manner that obstructs or interferes with the safe and accessible use of any sidewalk, ADA access route, fire hydrant, driveway, crosswalk, transit stop, or building entrance.

§ 40.303 SKATING AND COASTING.
It shall be unlawful for any person on skates, or riding on a coaster sled or toy vehicle of any kind, to go on any roadway maintained by the Commonwealth of Kentucky except at a crosswalk.

§ 40.304 CLINGING TO VEHICLES.
(A) No person while riding on a bicycle, coaster sled, roller skates or any toy vehicle shall cling to any moving vehicle on any street, or fasten or attach the vehicle on which he is riding thereto.
(B) No person shall ride on the projection, running board, or fenders of any vehicle.

§ 40.305 EQUIPMENT.
(A) Every bicycle, motor assisted vehicle, Class 1 Electric Bicycle, and Class 2 Electric Bicycle operated within the City shall comply with all applicable equipment requirements established by Kentucky law and administrative regulation, including KRS 189.287 and 601 KAR 14:020, as amended from time to time, and to the extent such requirements are applicable to the particular vehicle. However, Eevery motor assisted vehicle, Class 1 Electric Bicycle, and Class 2 Electric Bicycle shall also be equipped with at least one and not more than two headlamps on the forward-facing side of the vehicle while operated on a city sidewalk, and said headlamp(s) must be illuminated:
(1) During the period from one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise; and
(2) At such other times as atmospheric conditions render visibility as low as or lower than is ordinarily the case during that period. (B) Every motor assisted vehicle, Class 1 Electric Bicycle, and Class 2 Electric Bicycle shall be equipped with a red rear light or reflector while operated on a city sidewalk.
(C) Any headlamp equipped on a motor assisted vehicle or bicycle pursuant to this section shall meet United States Department of Transportation regulations, and shall not emit or appear to emit a solid color of light other than white in compliance with the provisions of KRS 189.040.
(D) Any motor assisted vehicle, Class 1 Electric Bicycle, Class 2 Electric Bicycle, and bicycle, when in use on a city sidewalk, shall be equipped with a horn, bell, or other device capable of making an abrupt sound sufficiently loud to be heard from a distance of at least 200 feet under all ordinary traffic conditions. Every person operating a motor assisted vehicle or bicycle as defined by this chapter shall sound the horn or sound device whenever necessary as a warning of the approach of such vehicle to pedestrians or other vehicles but shall not sound the horn or sound device unnecessarily.
(E) Every motor assisted vehicle, Class 1 Electric Bicycle, Class 2 Electric Bicycle, and bicycle shall be equipped with functional brakes.
(F) Every operator under eighteen (18) years of age shall wear a properly fitted helmet meeting nationally recognized safety standards while operating a motor assisted vehicle, Class 1 Electric Bicycle, Class 2 Electric Bicycle, and bicycle on a city sidewalk.
(G) Nothing in this section shall be construed to impose equipment requirements on a bicycle that are inconsistent with or preempted by Kentucky law or administrative regulation.
SECTION III
The following sections of Chapter 40 of the City of Lakeside Park Code of Ordinances are amended to include new penalties as follows:

§ 40.999 PENALTIES
Whoever violates the provisions of §§ 40.301, 40.302, 40.303, 40.304 and 40.305 shall be subject to the following enforcement and penalties:

(G)(1) First Offense. Upon the first violation of any provision of this ordinance, a written warning shall be served upon the violator and, if the violator is under eighteen (18) years of age, upon the parent or person in loco parentis. The warning shall include applicable information advising of the dangers associated with the violation. The warning shall be signed by the parent or person in loco parentis of the minor, and a copy shall be filed at the Police Department. Such person shall be informed that compliance with this ordinance is required.
(G)(2) Second Offense. A citation shall be issued to the violator, or if the violator is under eighteen (18) years of age, to the parent or person in loco parentis, for any offense that occurs subsequent to a written warning. This violation shall be punishable by a fine of not more than fifty dollars ($50.00) plus any related court costs.
(G)(3) Third and Subsequent Offenses. A citation shall be issued to the violator, or if the violator is under eighteen (18) years of age, to the parent or person in loco parentis of the violator, with a fine not to exceed one hundred dollars ($100.00) plus any related court costs.
SECTION IV
All Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith are, to the extent of such conflict, if any, hereby repealed.
SECTION V
The Provisions of this Ordinance are severable and the invalidity of any provision of this Ordinance shall not affect the validity of any other provisions hereof, and such other provisions shall remain in full force and effect as long as they remain valid in the absence of that provision determined to be invalid.
SECTION VI
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication according to law, and said publication may be in summary form.

FIRST READING: September 14, 2026
SECOND READING: ______________________

Immanuel Church Trunk Or Treat

Sat., Oct. 24th from 11 AM to 1PM

AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE KENTON COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION’S RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED TEXT AMENDMENT RELATING TO REPLACEMENT OF FREE-STANDING GARAGES AND NONCONFORMINGFREESTANDING OR ATTACHED PERMANENT STORAGE BUILDINGS WITH SPECIFIC CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS; SUBJECT TO THE SPECIFIC BUILDING REQUIREMENTS TO THE CURRENT KENTON COUNTY ZONING REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO THE CITY OF LAKESIDE PARK, KENTUCKY

WHEREAS, the City of Lakeside Park, Kentucky is a member of the county-wide planning unit that is served by the Planning and Development Services of Kenton County established pursuant to Chapter 100 of the Kentucky Revised Statutes for Kenton County, Kentucky, and

WHEREAS, the Planning and Development Services of Kenton County has prepared and recommended for adoption a text amendment, the purpose of the text amendment is to relocate existing language relating to the one-time removal and replacement of existing free-standing garages and add language allowing the one-time removal and replacement of existing nonconforming freestanding or attached permanent storage buildings with specific conditions for replacement, listed on Exhibit ”A”, with review of the changes by the council, there was an amendment recommended to remove the language referencing “constructed prior to 1994,” and to amend the text from “Architecturally and aesthetically compatible with the dwelling on the lot,” to, “conforming to existing house style and construction,” and

WHEREAS, this amendment to the zoning text amendment has been prepared in accordance with the requirements set forth in Chapter 100 of the Kentucky Revised Statutes; and

WHEREAS, this amendment to the zoning text amendment as prepared, adopted and recommended by the Planning and Development Services of Kenton County, has been reviewed by the City Council of the City of Lakeside Park, Kentucky.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF LAKESIDE PARK, KENTUCKY AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION I
That the requirements of Chapter 100 of the Kentucky Revised Statutes having been followed, those zoning regulations prepared by the Planning and Development Services of Kenton County for a zoning text amendment are hereby adopted and approved as the text of those zoning regulations by the Lakeside Park, Kentucky City Council, this text of the zoning regulations adopted and approved herein being attached, marked as Exhibit ”A”, and incorporated herein by reference as if fully set out. The text of these zoning regulations was prepared by the Planning and Development Services of Kenton County and its staff in accordance with the provisions required by KRS Chapter 100 and its staff in accordance with the provisions required by KRS Chapter 100 and related to the City of Lakeside Park Zoning Ordinances.

SECTION II
Adoption of the zoning text amendment herein shall have no effect on the current Kenton County Subdivision Regulations.

SECTION III
If the Text Amendment adopted herein is invalidated in whole or in part by a Court of competent jurisdiction, for any reason, then any property or properties so invalidly zoned shall not become unzone or unregulated. Instead, the applicable zoning being amended shall remain in full force and effect.

SECTION IV
This Ordinance, including text, adopted and approved herein and their various parts, sections, subsections, clauses and provisions are hereby declared to be severable. If a court having jurisdiction invalidates any part, section, subsection, clause or provision of this Ordinance or the Planning and Development Services of Kenton County text and map, adopted herein, all other parts, sections, subsections, clauses or provisions shall remain valid and effective as they are severable and intended to continue in full force and effect regardless of any invalidity of any other part, section, subsection, clause or provisions.

SECTION V
This Ordinance shall be effective when read, passed and published according to Law.

SECTION VI
Publication of this Ordinance and the zoning text amendment adopted herein hereby making this Ordinance and those regulations effective is directed to be by summary publication in accordance with Kentucky Law.

First Reading:  July 13, 2026

Second Reading:  August 10, 2026

Approved: by Mayor Paul R. Markgraf

Attested by:  Teresa L. Bruck, City Clerk/Treasurer 

Ayes: 6

Nays: 0

Abstain: 0 

Published: 8/12/2026

AUGUST 10, 2026

7:00 P.M. EST/6:00 P.M. CST

1) Pledge & Invocation
2) Roll Call
3) Adoption of the Agenda
4) Approval of July 13, 2026, Meeting Minutes
5) Citizens Addressing Council
6) Mayor’s Report
7) City Attorney Report

a) Ordinance No. 08-2026 2nd Reading approving KCPC recommendation re: text amendment to our zoning ordinance relating to replacement of free-standing garages & non-conforming freestanding or attached         permanent storage buildings with specific conditions and requirements; subject to the specific building requirements to the current county zoning regulations for Lakeside Park
b) Ordinance No 09-2026 1st Reading – Amending Chapter 40: Motor Vehicle Regulations, Article II, Parking Section 40.250 Titled Streets with No Parking.
c) Ordinance No 10-2026 1st Reading – Adding to Chapter 30: Garbage Collection, Section 30.013 Titled Property Owner Waste Management Financial Obligation.
d) Ordinance No. 11-2026 1st Reading – 2026 Tax Rates

8) City Clerk/Treasurer’s Report
9) Committee Reports:

i. Fire & EMS
ii. Public Works/City Engineer
iii. Police Authority
iv. Planning & Development Services
v. Finance
vi. Municipal Government League of Northern Kentucky
vii. Recreation

10) Old Business
11) New Business
12) Comments from Council
13) Adjournment

Next Ordinance No.: 12-2026                Next Executive Order No.: 03-2026

Next Municipal Order No.: 05-2026      Next Resolution No.: 04-2026

 Next Meeting:   September 14, 2026

In the event of Executive Session:

KRS 61.810 – (B) Deliberations on the future acquisition or sale of real property by a public agency, but only when publicity would be likely to affect the value of a specific piece of property to be acquired for public use or sold by a public agency. (C) Discussions of proposed or pending litigation against or on behalf of the public agency.

(F) Discussions or hearings which might lead to the appointment, discipline, or dismissal of an individual employee, member, or student without restricting that employee’s, member’s, or student’s right to a public hearing if requested. This exception shall not be interpreted to permit discussion of general personnel matters in secret.

Regular Meeting – June 15, 2026

CALL TO ORDER:

The regular meeting of the Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board was called to order at 1724 hours by Chairman Bill Dorsey.

ATTENDANCE: 

Board Members in attendance were Bill Dorsey, Paul Markgraf, Dave Kramer, Ed Wise and Brian Waite.  Also present were Chief Degenhardt, Sgt. Tignor and Clerk Markus.

SPECIAL BUSINESS:

Karen Goodin from Rankin, Rankin & Company was in attendance to present an overview of the 25-26 Audit.  After her presentation, Mr. Markgraf made a motion to accept the Audit as presented.  Mr. Kramer seconded.  Motion passed unanimously. 

 MINUTES:

Mr. Kramer made a motion to accept the May minutes.  Mr. Wise seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

 FINANCIAL:

The May financial statement was reviewed along with the May reconciliations.  After a review of the bills, Mr. Waite made a motion to pay the bills.  Mr. Markgraf seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

 CHIEF’S REPORT:

• Clerk Markus attended the International Institute of Municipal Clerks Conference.
• Tignor attended the Kentucky Safety Summit.
• Jackson received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice from Northern Kentucky University.
• Paolucci did safety presentations for Enriching Kidz Home Alone and Babysitting classes at Thomas More University.
• The department was awarded $10,127 grant from the KY Office of Homeland Security for the replacement of off duty/backup weapons. (Grant prepared by Sgt. Mullins)
• The department was awarded two Point Blank ballistic vests through the KY Attorney General’s Office. (Grant prepared by Sgt. Mullins).

 COUNCIL REPORTS:

Crestview Hills – Mr. Kramer reported that their regular meeting was June 11th.  They had the 2^nd reading of Ordinance 2026-05-01 Occupational License Withholding Adjustment, and the 2^nd reading of Ordinance 2026-05-02 approving the 2026-2027 Budget.  They also passed Order/Resolution 2026-06-01, updating Procurement Policy to align with KRS update and passed Ordinance 2026-06-01, the 1st reading approving OrthoCincy Concept Plan on Centre View Blvd.

Lakeside Park – Mr. Markgraf reported that their regular meeting was June 8^th.  They had the 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 05-202 to adopt the Annual Budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. They also had the 1st reading of Ordinance No. 06-2026 to amend Ordinance No. 5-2012 with corrections and additions to Chapter 40, Section 40.251 titled streets designed with fire lanes, the 1^st reading of Ordinance No. 07-2026 to enact and adopt a supplement to the code of ordinances of the City of Lakeside Park, KY, and passed Resolution No. 03-2026 approving an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Fort Mitchell for Fire Protection as well as Emergency Medical Lifesaving Services.  They also had their audit presentation for fiscal year 25-26.

OLD BUSINESS:

None.

NEW BUSINESS:

1. Budget Amendments

Chief Degenhardt presented the board with line-item reallocations for the 2025-2026 Budget. Mr. Kramer made a motion to make the amendments.  Mr. Markgraf seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

1. RFP for Audit Services

Chief Degenhardt presented the board with the bid for Audit Services. The only bid received was from Chamberlin Owen.  There was discussion. 

Mr. Kramer made a motion to accept Resolution 2026-02 Awarding RFP to Chamberlin Owen for Audit Services.  Mr. Waite seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.  

EXECUTIVE SESSION

At 1748 hours, Mr. Kramer made a motion to go into Executive Session, pursuant to KRS 61.810 (f) to discuss personnel issues.  Mr. Waite seconded.  Motion passed unanimously. 

At 1812 hours, Mr. Markgraf made a motion to go back into Regular Session.  Mr. Wise seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

GOOD OF THE ORDER:  

Mr. Kramer made a motion to approve the performance evaluations, along with merit raises.  Mr. Wise seconded.  Motion passed unanimously. 

ADJOURNMENT: 

Mr. Kramer made a motion to adjourn at 1814 hours.  Mr. Waite seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Brad C. Degenhardt

Chief of Police    

Special Meeting – July 02, 2026

CALL TO ORDER:

The special meeting of the Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board was called to order at 1601 hours by Chairman Bill Dorsey.

ATTENDANCE: 

Board Members in attendance were Paul Markgraf, Bill Dorsey, Brian Waite and Ed Wise.  Also present were Chief Degenhardt, Captain Paolucci and Sergeant Tignor.

NEW BUSINESS:

The board reviewed bids for RFP 2026-59-60 – two Dodge Durango Pursuits.  There was discussion.

Resolution 2026-03

Chief Degenhardt presented Resolution 2026-03 awarding an RFP for the purchase of two Dodge Durango Pursuits from John Jones Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram.  Mr. Markgraf made a motion to accept the Resolution.  Mr. Wise seconded.  Motion passed unanimously. 

ADJOURNMENT:  Mr. Wise made a motion to adjourn at 1604 hours.  Mr. Waite seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Col. Brad Degenhardt

Chief of Police