Electric bikes have been the craze in downtown Jacksonville since they were first introduced earlier this month as a one-year pilot program. But they’re leading to safety concerns, mainly at night when some riders don’t follow the rules of the road.

As the night goes on, groups of riders are often seen traveling in just about every direction in the streets and on pedestrian paths. That is increasing the probability of dangerous accidents.

Electric bike riders have to follow all the same rules as you would if you were in an automobile. That means no running red lights or traveling in the opposite direction of traffic on one-way streets.

City Council Member Anna Cumber was instrumental in introducing the electric bikes to Jacksonville as a way to bring new life into downtown. And she’s aware of the concerns. Cumber said, "People can have fun, but both drivers and riders are responsible for paying attention while on the road. And never assume the driver is going to stop or see you."

Q5: What do we learn from the news report about the introductionof electric bikes into Jacksonville?

Q6: What are electric bike riders supposed to do?

Q7:Why did City Council member Anna Cumber advocate theintroduction of electric bikes into Jacksonville?