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President's Directive No. 16

On-Campus Use of Personal Forms of Transportation

 

I. Directive

As part of its ongoing efforts to promote sustainability and reduce transportation emissions and pollutants, the University encourages and supports the use of alternative forms of transportation, including bicycles and other micromobility devices, by its students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Use of such forms of transportation is limited or restricted only when necessary to provide for the safety of all members of the campus community, including pedestrians, and protect University property.

This Directive addresses the use of the following personal forms of transportation on the grounds of California State University, Fullerton and property it controls: bicycles, roller skates, scooters, skateboards, motor-driven cycles of any kind, electronic personal assistive mobility devices, and motorized and/or electric bicycles, scooters, skateboards, hoverboards, and single-wheeled devices.

II. Authority

California Vehicle Code Section 21113, 21200 through 21210, and 21235; Education Code Sections 89030 and 89031; and California Code of Regulations, Title 5, Section 42353.1.

III. Scope

This Directive applies to all members of the campus community, including visitors.

IV. Definitions

A. Bicycle. As defined by California Vehicle Code Section 231 or any subsequent revision, a "bicycle" is "a device upon which any person may ride, propelled exclusively by human power through a belt, chain, or gears, and having one or more wheels."

B. Electric Personal Assistive Mobility Device. An “electronic personal assistive mobility device," or EPAMD, as defined by California Vehicle Code Section 313 or any subsequent revision, is a self-balancing, non-tandem two-wheeled that is designed to transport only one person." and has an electric propulsion system averaging less than 750 watts (1 horsepower), the maximum speed of which, when powered solely by a propulsion system on a paved level surface, is no more than 12.5 miles per hour. EPAMDs may be used throughout the campus by individuals with mobility impairments.

C. Micromobility Device. Micromobility device refers to small, low-speed, human or electric-powered transportation devices such as bicycles, scooters, electric-assist bicycles, and electric scooters.

D. Motor-Driven Cycle. As defined by California Vehicle Code Section 405 or any subsequent revision, a "motor-driven cycle" is any motorcycle with a motor that displaces less than 150 cubic centimeters. Such devices are commonly referred to as "mini-motorcycles" or "pocket bikes."

E. Motorized Bicycle and Electric Bicycle. As defined by California Vehicle Code Section 406 or any subsequent revision, a "motorized bicycle" or "moped" is any two-wheeled or three- wheeled device having fully operative pedals for use by human power, or having no pedals if powered solely by electrical energy, and an automatic transmission and a motor that produces less than 4 gross brake horsepower and is capable of propelling the device at a maximum speed of not more than 30 miles per hour on level ground. As defined by California Vehicle Code 312.5, an “electric bicycle” is a bicycle equipped with fully operable pedals and an electric motor that does not exceed 750 watts of power. Electric bicycles shall have a label that is permanently affixed, in a prominent location, containing the classification number, top assisted speed, and motor wattage of the electric bicycle.

F. Motorized Scooter and Electric Scooter. As defined by California Vehicle Code Sections 313.5, 407.5, 21235, and 22411, or any subsequent revisions, a "motorized scooter" or “electric scooter” is any two-wheeled device that has handlebars and a floorboard designed to be stood upon when riding and is powered by an electric or gasoline motor. This device may also have a seat that does not interfere with the ability of the rider to stand and ride and may also be designed to be powered by human propulsion. Such devices are for solo riders only, must have a working brake, may not exceed a speed of 15 miles per hour, must follow the same traffic rules as motor vehicles, and may not be ridden on sidewalks.

G. Motorized Skateboard, hoverboard, and single-wheeled device. A "motorized skateboard" is a device propelled by an electric or gasoline motor with wheels and a floorboard designed to be stood upon when riding. A hoverboard is a motorized personal vehicle consisting of a platform for the feet mounted on two wheels and controlled by the way the rider distributes their weight. A single-wheeled mobility device allows the user to self-balance while seated or standing.

H. Pedestrian. As defined by California Vehicle Code Section 467 or any subsequent revision, a "pedestrian" is a "person who is afoot or who is using a wheelchair by reason of physical disability in order to move about as a pedestrian.

I. Pedestrian Only Zone (POZ) at CSUF is a designated area in the center of campus, including the Promenade, Quad, Titan Walk, and ECS Lawn areas. Carts, bikes, scooters, and other micromobility devices must be parked before entering the POZ or walked inside the POZ to ensure the safety of pedestrians.

J. Roller Skates. A "roller skate" is a shoe or boot with wheels or casters attached to its sole for skating on hard surfaces. This definition includes "in-line skates," which are roller skates whose wheels are arranged in a straight line, and "heelys," which are shoes with a wheel that protrudes and retracts from the heel, sole or boot.

K. Scooter. A "scooter" is a device propelled by human power that has handlebars, a floorboard designed to be stood upon when riding, and wheels.

L. Skateboard. A "skateboard" is a device propelled by human power with wheels and a floorboard designed to be stood upon when riding.

V. Implementation

A. Bicycles
Bicyclists must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, exercise due care and use reasonable caution at all times while operating a bicycle, and not obstruct or limit access to University facilities when leaving a bicycle unattended.

Pedestrians have the right-of-way at all times.

Bicycles may not be ridden in posted dismount areas, including the Pedestrian Only Zone, campus buildings, or parking structures; over shrubbery; or on grass.

Bicycles may not be parked or stored inside a classroom/laboratory or in a manner that impedes use of a campus walkway or an entrance/exit of a building, office, or other area. Bikes or electric bikes secured to objects or structures other than approved racks or storage containers are subject to removal by the University.

CSUF Police and Community Service Officers riding bicycles while on patrol are not subject to these guidelines.

The University will where feasible provide safe and convenient routes for bicyclists. The University will also provide and regularly review the location and design of bicycle racks.

B. Scooters and Roller Skates
Scooters, including motorized or electric scooters, may be ridden and roller skates may be used on campus only under the following conditions.

  • Pedestrians have the right-of-way at all times.
  • Scooters, Electric Scooters, and Roller Skates are not permitted in the Pedestrian Only Zone.
  • Individuals riding scooters, electric scooters, or wearing roller skates must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, exercise due care and use reasonable caution.
  • Roller skates, scooters, and electric scooters may not be ridden over shrubbery, on grass, or in posted dismount areas, campus buildings or parking structures.
  • Scooters or electric scooters secured to objects or structures other than approved racks or storage containers are subject to removal by the University.

C. Skateboards

Skateboards may not be ridden anywhere on campus, including parking structures.

D. Motor-Driven Cycles, Electric Personal Assistive Mobility Devices, Motorized Bicycles, Scooters, Skateboards, Hoverboards, and Single-Wheeled Mobility Devices
Motor-driven cycles, motorized bicycles, motorized scooters, motorized skateboards, hoverboards, and single-wheeled mobility devices may not be operated on campus walkways, including the Pedestrian Only Zone.

Electronic Personal Assistive Mobility Devices (EPAMD) may be used by persons with disabilities throughout the campus, including but not limited to the Pedestrian Only Zone.

Motorized bicycles and motorized scooters may be operated on campus roadways.

Micromobility devices secured to objects or structures other than approved racks or storage containers are subject to removal by the University.

Motor-driven cycles, motorized bicycles, motorized scooters, and motorized skateboards may not be stored inside any campus building.

E. Alternative Transportation Committee
The California State University (CSU) requires each campus to have an Alternative Transportation Committee (ATC) as per Education Code Section 89701(b)(4). The Alternative Transportation Committee (ATC) is comprised of diverse students, staff, faculty, and subject matter experts, and must be representative of individuals who primarily use public transit, active transportation, or ridesharing. The ATC meets each semester and consists of two students, two faculty, and two staff as voting members, and also includes the Transportation Demand Manager, Parking Director, Sustainability Coordinator, and the CSU Chancellor's Office, as non-voting members.

The ATC reviews campus pedestrian and bicycle access and safety and makes recommendations to inform the Transportation Demand Management Plan and the Campus Master Plan to improve pedestrian, bicycling, transit, and other non‐single occupancy vehicle commute mode share, access, and safety.

VI. Accountability

Violation of this Directive is an infraction and is punishable as prescribed in California Vehicle Code Sections 40000.1 and 42001(a); California Penal Code Section 19.6; and/or California Code of Regulations, Title 5, Section 41301. Questions concerning this Directive should be directed to University Services.

 

Ronald S. Rochon,
President
April 17, 2025