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Scooter Safety Under Fire in Milwaukee | Milwaukee News
A Milwaukee alderman is demanding stricter electric scooter rules after a 20-year-old allegedly caused severe injuries—including broken ribs, a fractured spine, and a broken ankle—by hitting a pedestrian with a Lime scooter. Proposals include boosting sidewalk fines to $100–$200 and lowering scooter speeds, arguing even slower speeds on sidewalks could reduce harm. Since their 2019 rollout, scooters have sparked ongoing safety debates as residents enjoy their convenience while others worry about sidewalk hazards. The city’s Department of Public Works oversees Lime’s contract, and the company…
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