PUBLIC TESTIMONY
Testimony by Member of the Public on E-Vehicle Registration and Licensing
4:37:40
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A member of the public speaks in favor of Intro 606, also known as Priscilla's law, which proposes registration and licensing for e-vehicles. The speaker emphasizes the differences between e-bikes and regular bikes, highlighting safety concerns and the need for regulation.
- The speaker criticizes the term "micromobility" as understating the potential dangers of e-bikes and e-scooters
- They express concern about e-vehicles being used as escape vehicles by criminals
- The testimony includes criticism of Transportation Alternatives, suggesting they are well-funded and potentially biased
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4:37:40
Chair Brooks Powers, sponsor council member Bob Holden, council members, thank you for the opportunity to speak in favor of intro 606, Priscilla's law for registration and licensing of e vehicles.
4:37:56
Whether it is learning to ride a bike or drive a car, we are taught to be careful, be aware of others on the roads, especially pedestrians, be responsible.
4:38:07
What happens when we learn to ride an ebike or an e scooter?
4:38:12
We are reminded that an ebike is not a pedal bike.
4:38:17
It is motorized, and its battery weighs 45 to £60 more, and it travels 20 to 40 miles per hour faster.
4:38:29
Micromobility is a quaint term for a fast, heavy, motorized vehicle that is causing more pedestrian harm, loss of livelihoods and lives, and is now, unfortunately, the preferred escape mode of criminals.
4:38:48
Priscilla's law is about leveling the playing field and respecting the rights of all members of our community.
4:38:57
Note well, New York City EVSA is strictly unpaid volunteers.
4:39:04
Transportation alternatives is well funded, and most members are on TransAlts substantial payroll.
4:39:13
The caveat for all of us is beware those bad actors who approach government officials with ready solutions and funding for infrastructure and transportation problems.
4:39:28
Council members, commissioners, advocate, get off the slippery slope of the Trans Alt Conglomerate and listen to your constituents who represent the majority of your communities.
4:39:45
Thank you.
