Olathe City Council to Discuss E-Bikes, Scooters, and More

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The Olathe City Council is set to meet on Tuesday evening, with a packed agenda that includes discussions on updates to city ordinances regarding e-bikes and e-scooters, as well as presentations on the Mayor's Children's Fund and achievements at the Kansas State University Olathe campus. The public can sign up to make comments during the meeting.

Why it matters

As micromobility options like e-bikes and e-scooters become more popular, cities are working to update their regulations to ensure public safety and manage the use of these devices. The council's discussion on this topic will impact how residents can use these transportation alternatives in Olathe. Additionally, the Mayor's Children's Fund and the KSU Olathe campus are important community initiatives that the council will be addressing.

The details

The Olathe City Council meeting will include a staff report on proposed updates to city ordinances regarding the use of electric-assisted bicycles (e-bikes), electric-assisted scooters (e-scooters), and similar devices. The council will also hear a presentation about the 2025 Olathe Mayor's Children's Fund, a yearly campaign that raises money for local organizations supporting children's causes, and checks will be handed out to this year's beneficiaries. Additionally, the council will receive a presentation about achievements at the Kansas State University Olathe campus.

• The Olathe City Council meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
• The public can sign up to make comments during the meeting by calling the City Clerk's Office or emailing by 4:30 p.m. on the day of the meeting.

What’s next

The Olathe City Council will vote on the proposed updates to city ordinances regarding e-bikes and e-scooters at a future meeting.