Alpena addresses scooter safety concerns with public education effort
Jerauld County Sheriff Jason Weber discusses South Dakota laws governing motorized scooters during last week’s Alpena Town Board meeting, where residents gathered to learn more about safety concerns and regulations. (KRISTI HINE / TRUE DAKOTAN)
Concerned about close calls involving motorized scooters and underage drivers, the Alpena Town Board invited the Jerauld County Sheriff's Office to last Wednesday's meeting to explain South Dakota law and answer questions from residents about the growing safety issue.
Mayor Jeff Kelsey said the discussion was prompted by repeated concerns from community members about scooters darting into streets a…