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Humboldt officials consider tougher rules for e-bikes, scooters after growing safety concerns

July 7, 2026

By: Matt Scher, matts@977thebolt.com Humboldt, IA – Humboldt City Council is considering tougher regulations on e-bikes, electric scooters and other micro-mobility devices after hearing concerns Monday about numerous close calls involving young riders throughout the community. [...]

Amendment to remove neighbor approval from Humboldt backyard chicken ordinance fails

July 7, 2026

By: Matt Scher, matts@977thebolt.com Humboldt, IA – A proposal to remove the neighbor approval requirement from Humboldt’s proposed backyard chicken ordinance failed Monday night, leaving the ordinance unable to move forward before the City Council. Council [...]

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Humboldt officials consider tougher rules for e-bikes, scooters after growing safety concerns

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