Road Safety

Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety strives to ensure all who transit our roadways do so safely. We have complied a variety of Bicycle, E-Bike and Scooter information and resources to assist you in riding safely. 

Residents of Rohnert Park and Cotati can pre-register their bicycle serial numbers with the Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety. Registering your bike can assist us in returning it to you if it were lost or stolen. Residents can pick up a free serial number sticker at Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety or Cotati Police Department during business hours. 


Bicycle, Scooter and E-Bike Rules and Safety Tips

Motorized Scooters (with or without a seat)

  • Driver license or permit is required
  • Properly fitted and fastened bicycle helmet is required
  • Cannot exceed 15 mph
  • Ride in the bike lane, not on the sidewalk
  • Ride in the direction of vehicle traffic
  • Wear close-toed shoes, reflective gear, and don’t text or wear earbuds while riding
  • Obey all the rules of the road

Motorized Bicycles/ Mopeds (With or without pedals, with an automatic transmission

  • Capable of up to 30 mph
  • Motorcycle license is required
  • DOT-certified motorcycle helmet is required
  • Cannot exceed 20 mph
  • Insurance might not cover crashes
  • (Capable of no more than 20 mph, less than 1000 watt output)
  • Rider must be at least 16 years old
  • Properly fitted and fastened bicycle helmet is required

Pocket Bikes

  • Ride on private property only
  • Cannot ride in parks, on school property, or on trails, roads, or sidewalks
  • Bike can be impounded for violations

Sharing the Road and Bicycle Lanes

Bicyclists MUST obey STOP signs and red signal lights, and follow basic right-of-way rules. 

A bicycle lane is a designated traffic lane for bicyclists. However, motorists MUST merge into a bicycle lane while making right turns. These lanes are marked by a solid white line, which becomes a dotted line ending before it reaches the corner. Bicycle lanes are sometimes painted a bright green color in order to increase visibility.

Public Safety Records Bureau

Emergency:  911
Non-emergency: (707) 584-2600
Anonymous Crime Reporting: (707) 584 2677 or [email protected]

Hours:
Monday 9am to 5pm
Tuesday through Friday
8am to 5pm


500 City Center Drive Rohnert Park, CA 94928

Records Fax: 707.584.2683

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