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There have been quite a few posts in the past couple of days about bicyclists and each one has comments about ebikes and scooters. The majority of people riding these, particularly the rented ones, are riding on sidewalks and putting pedestrians at risk. I constantly see people saying "well they're allowed to" or "it's not illegal". It is illegal to ride these vehicles on the sidewalks except in very specific circumstances where a bike/shared path crosses over the sidewalk like in Lake Union Park. Scooters: 11.46.010 - Areas of operation. Except as otherwise provided in this Chapter 11.46, motorized foot scooters may be operated on roadways, shoulders, alleys, bicycle lanes, and public paths, but not on sidewalks, unless there is no alternative for a motorized foot scooter to travel over a sidewalk that is part of a bicycle or pedestrian path. Ebikes: 11.44.120 - Riding on sidewalk or public path Operation of a class 3 electric-assisted bicycle on a sidewalk is unlawful, unless there is no alternative to travel over a sidewalk as part of a bicycle or pedestrian path. Only EPAMDs can be operated on sidewalks. This category does not include ebikes or scooters. RCW 46.04.1695 "Electric personal assistive mobility device" (EPAMD) means (1) a self-balancing device with two wheels not in tandem, designed to transport only one person by an electric propulsion system with an average power of seven hundred fifty watts (one horsepower) having a maximum speed on a paved level surface, when powered solely by such a propulsion system while ridden by an operator weighing one hundred seventy pounds, of less than twenty miles per hour or (2) a self-balancing device with one wheel designed to transport only one person by an electric propulsion system with an average power of two thousand watts (two and two-thirds horsepower) having a maximum speed on a paved level surface, when powered solely by such a propulsion system, of less than twenty miles per hour. Please stop spreading misinformation that riding on the sidewalk is legal and hold yourself and acquaintances accountable. You should not be putting pedestrians at risk of permanent, lifelong injuries after being hit by a 200 - 400 pound mass moving at 20+ mph because you chose to ride one of these devices. ETA: I was mistaken on the ebike classification for rented pedal bikes. That doesn't change the fact the law is clear that all bicycles must limit their speed and yield to pedestrians or that these laws apply to scooters (which includes the throttle only rented ebikes). I also want to be clear that I don't believe these devices should go away. If anything, I think the city needs to better support them. A lack of city support does not mean it's ok to put others at risk by breaking the law.

Moved to Kirkland recently from Canada and my husband and I went to see the Odyssey in IMAX at the Cinemark Lincoln Square in Bellevue. Movie theatre popcorn is one of my favourite treats, so I was horrified when I tried theirs. What is this absolutely rank borderline stale/chewy nonsense that passes for movie theatre popcorn?? What is “buttery flavour topping”?? Holy hell, that was foul. We couldn’t even get halfway through the small bag. I never considered Cineplex elite by any means, but the difference is night and day and I hope that this was some sort of atrocious anomaly and not the norm here. Could someone point me in the direction of a cinema with good/fresh popcorn with real butter? I know this seems like small potatoes, but it actually bummed me out quite a bit (I know, first world problems) and I hope there is an alternative out there. It’s supposed to rain this weekend so I was thinking of catching a movie and I’ll happily drive further out for good popcorn? Thank you for any suggestions!

Absolutely loved my time in your city. Will definitely be visiting again.. ❤️ These were some pictures I took in your city outside of the library ones I shared a couple of days ago. 🚶🏻📸

I’m moving to Tacoma this month and trying to get a sense of how realistic it is be to take the 1 Line from and back to Federal Way (I know it’s a bit of a drive but I’ll deal) if I go out in Seattle for dinner/late night shenanigans. For context I’m moving from NJ and was able to take NJ transit home from NYC and am hoping the 1 line gives me the same option-ish. Am I delusional?

I’m moving to Tacoma this month (currently in the middle of my cross country drive!) and haven’t been able to find much on Reddit re: places to go for loc maintenance/Black natural hair care. Thx in advance and hopefully this can be a resource for the next person looking! ❤️

i was thinking about getting a hotel there or in Everett

My boyfriend and I are sick and thinking of treating ourselves to a rare ubereats as consolation for said sickness. We just moved to Seattle a couple weeks ago—what is your go-to meal when you want to be cheered up and eat something absolutely delicious? (I know this is very subjective. We like pretty much all cuisines!) Edited to add we live in First Hill ♥️

I’d like to take my cat to an outdoor area (on leash) because we don’t have a backyard anymore, but he is scared of dogs. I’ll have a closed stroller so I can put him in that if a dog does show up, but would love to find a space with limited dog presence if it exists. Thank you!

Hello! I am looking for a new hair stylist in Seattle. I’m willing to travel to any area but would like to stay south of Shoreline. I have mid-length hair, like shags/curtain bangs and generally do natural color (no brights). Please let me know if you have anyone you recommend!

Passenger in a motorized chair was getting on, and people got right up and made room. Also to the one in the chair; that's some good driving. Fastest embark in a chair I've ever seen on a bus.