Interoffice Memorandum
DATE: October 21, 2026
TO: Mayor Jerry L. Demings and County Commissioners
THROUGH: N/A
FROM: Joseph C. Kunkel. P.E., Director, Public Works Department
CONTACT: Brian R. Sanders, Manager
PHONE: 407-836-8022
DIVISION: Transportation Planning Division
ACTION REQUESTED:
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Pedicab Operations in the I-Drive District Update. District 6. (Transportation Planning Division)
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PROJECT: N/A
PURPOSE:
In April 2026, County Administration directed staff to establish a working group following concerns raised during April 7 and April 21, 2026, Board meetings regarding pedicab operations in the I-Drive District, including motorized attachments and fare practices. As a result, County staff initiated the I-Drive Pedicabs Working Group which includes stakeholders from the I-Drive District, I-Drive Chamber of Commerce, I-Drive CRA, Orange County Sheriff’s Office, and Orange County Convention Center. This Working Group was formed to evaluate potential updates to the existing ordinance, operational safety within the District, a predictable fare structure, an electric assist pedicab option and other administrative updates. Under the existing County ordinance, the electric-assist technology for pedicabs is not permitted.
To date, the Working Group has met seven times to evaluate the issues previously described and develop potential recommendations. County staff and the Working Group held a public meeting on July 22, 2026, to provide an update on the working group’s progress and receive stakeholder input regarding pedicab operations within the District with a focus on concerns related to motorized attachments and fare practices.
Additional issues raised during the public meeting included:
- Nuisance or noncompliant operators
- Loud Music
- Restrictions or elimination of per-minute pricing
- Insurance requirements and associated costs
- Clear and enforceable operating standards
- Maintain safe and practical pedicab access around Orange Co...
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