Cedarburg neighbors share safety concerns on Ozaukee Interurban Trail as e

CEDARBURG, Wis. — The Cedarburg Police Department is warning residents of the rules for bikes, e-bikes and dirt bikes after incidents this Summer resulted in dozens of resident complaints.

Longtime friends Shari VanBeek and Kathie Zirtzlaff walk the Interurban Trail two or three times each week, but they're increasingly concerned about safety as more electric bikes and dirt bikes use the popular path.

"You'll be walking, and they darn near hit you before they realize that we're there," Zirtzlaff said.

Cedarburg neighbors share safety concerns on Ozaukee Interurban Trail

While most cyclists they encounter are courteous, neighbors have been noticing more electric or "e-bikes" and dirt bikes in the area, with some driving recklessly.

"They have the right to use it too, so we try to stay