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E-bikes are becoming a fixture in Salt Lake City’s bike lanes, but not everyone is thrilled about sharing the path. As more riders flock to popular routes like the 9-Line, city officials are looking to curb speeding and conflicts between cyclists and pedestrians. A recent change to state law has opened the door for new local regulations, and Salt Lake City could be next to pump the brakes on e-bikes.

• What’s the proposal? Salt Lake City wants to ban Class 2 and 3 e-bikes, which can reach assisted speeds of 20 and 28 mph, from natural-surface trails (like the foothills) unless otherwise posted. Class 1 pedal-assist e-bikes would still be allowed wherever regular bikes are permitted. [KSL]
• Slow your roll: The city also wants a 15 mph speed limit for all bikes and e-bikes on paved trails, including the Jordan River Parkway and 9-Line, plus new yielding requirements for e-bike riders. [KSL]
• Salt Lake County has already taken action: In September, the County Council banned certain e-bikes in unincorporated areas, including Butterfield and Yellow Fork canyons. They also set a 20 mph speed limit and $150 fines for violations, with plans to expand restrictions to more parks and trails. [KUTV]
• What’s next? The Salt Lake City Council is tentatively scheduled to vote on these proposals Nov. 17. If approved, officials plan to roll out new signage and public education to help riders understand the rules, including which class of e-bike they own. [Salt Lake City]

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The ‘Secret Lives’ Spinoff

The “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” is about to launch a spinoff in Orange County, and we think the vibe has quite a bit to say about our state. Listen before you watch! [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

New Downtown SLC Bar

A Great Salt Lake-inspired tiki bar called Remora is coming to downtown Salt Lake City at 228 S. Edison St. The roughly $1 million project will transform an existing building into a new nightlife spot, with help from a $418,000 city redevelopment loan. [Salt Lake City]

DoorDash Robots on the Loose

Have you seen DoorDash robots rolling around Salt Lake City? The food delivery company has been testing up to eight autonomous robots on downtown streets, sidewalks, and bike lanes to see how they handle different weather conditions — though they’re not allowed to make actual deliveries yet. [KUTV]

Trü Frü To Be Made in Utah

Utah-born Trü Frü is bringing production of its chocolate-dipped frozen fruit snacks home for the first time, with a $60 million expansion of an existing Mars facility on Salt Lake City’s westside. The facility is expected to produce more than 17 million packages of the popular treats each year and create over 100 jobs. [Salt Lake Tribune]

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