HINSDALE - Hinsdale has been at the forefront of addressing the surge in e-bikes and e-scooters across the Chicago region.

In May, the village passed a new ordinance, stepped up police enforcement and launched a series of public education campaigns.

Just a few months later, new data shows the proactive approach is paying off with a sharp decline in citations, fewer complaints and stronger compliance from riders.

What we know:

Hinsdale was one of the first municipalities in the Chicago area to take early action on regulating e-bikes and e-scooters and the public safety hazards they pose, according to village officials.

Back in May, Hinsdale Police Department notified residents of the new ordinance on social media and what it requires:

A low-speed electric bike must have a motor pr

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