Winters Express

09/03/2026

The city of Winters new e-conveyance municipal code officially went into effect on Sept. 3, 2026.

Read the full E-Conveyance Ordinance 2026-07 WMC 10.44 online at: https://ecode360.com/48061660 #48061660

NEW E-CONVEYANCE MUNICIPAL CODE EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 3, 2026

The City of Winters City Council passed a new municipal code addressing common community concerns related to electric bicycles, scooters, boards, electric motorcycles, and other electric personal transportation devices that will go into effect September 3, 2026.

The purpose of WMC 10.44 is to complement existing California Vehicle Code requirements and promote safe operation of e-conveyances on public rights-of-way in the City of Winters.

What You Need to Know:

The new local ordinance establishes additional regulations for e-conveyance use in Winters, including:

🚫 Sidewalk riding is prohibited, with limited exceptions such as crossing driveways, designated shared-use areas, avoiding an immediate hazard, or while walking the e-conveyance.
🌳 Riding is prohibited in City parks, playgrounds, school grounds, the Creek Walk, and streets closed by the City for special events.
🏍️ Off-highway electric motorcycles are prohibited from operating on public streets and public places.
📵 Handheld phone use while riding and headphones that block the ability to hear surrounding traffic are prohibited.
🛴 Parents may not knowingly allow minors to violate the ordinance.

State laws include:
👦 Riders under 16 may not operate a Class 3 e-bike.
⛑️Helmets are required for minors under 18 operating Class 1 or Class 2 e-bikes.
🚗Operating an e-scooters requires a California Driver's License

Enforcement:

First offenses may result in fines of up to $50 and subsequent offenses of fines up to $100. The e-conveyance will be impounded and minors cited will be referred to a safety diversion program administered by the Winters Police Department.

We encourage all riders, parents, and community members to familiarize themselves with the new local requirements. To read the full E-Conveyance City of Winters Ordinance 2026-07 WMC 10.44, please visit: https://ecode360.com/48061660 #48061660

Please ride safely, follow the rules of the road, and look out for one another.

08/18/2026

08/17/2026

We want to celebrate the young athletes in our community — not just for big wins and championships, but for hard work, improvement, perseverance and the gains they’ve made along the way. Nominate a local youth athlete for the Realty World Athlete of the Week:

Nominate Athlete of the Week Page 1 Finish Nominate an Athlete of the Week. Include as many details about why you are nominating this individual. Send questions to [email protected]. Contact Information First Name Last Name Email Verify Email Fieldset 2 * Athlete's First Name * Athlete's Last....

08/03/2026

We’re looking for nominations for the next Camelot Realty World Athlete of the Week! Help us celebrate Winters youth athletes who are going above and beyond — whether through their dedication, sportsmanship, leadership, perseverance or outstanding achievements.

Nominate a deserving athlete through our online form or send us an email with the athlete’s name, sport, and details about what makes them stand out. If possible, include contact information for coaches, trainers or others who can share more about the athlete’s accomplishments and character.

Nominate Athlete of the Week Page 1 Finish Nominate an Athlete of the Week. Include as many details about why you are nominating this individual. Send questions to [email protected]. Contact Information First Name Last Name Email Verify Email Fieldset 2 * Athlete's First Name * Athlete's Last....

07/21/2026

🚨 Rumsey Fire Update

Firefighters are battling the Rumsey Fire burning in grass and brush along Highway 16 in Rumsey Canyon near Guinda. As of the latest update, the fire has grown to 75 acres with short-range spotting. Crews continue working to gain access while aircraft make strategic water and retardant drops. Additional air and ground resources have been ordered.

The fire was reported at 3:40 p.m. Monday and is burning in difficult terrain with access from Sand Creek Road.

We'll share additional updates as more information becomes available.

📍 Follow the latest official incident information from CAL FIRE: https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/2026/7/20/rumsey-fire

07/13/2026

The Winters Elder Day Council hosted its 8th annual Winters Elder Day Celebration on Saturday, June 27, at St. Anthony Parish Hall, honoring eight local residents who are 90 or older — or will reach that milestone in 2026. It is an opportunity to recognize, remember and celebrate the lives of seniors in Winters while they are still with us. This year’s honorees were Viona Hague, Frances Ramos, Dorothy Martin, Tom Pearse, Esperanza Jimenez, Martha Boring, Kevin Forsberg and Grace Brett.

Eight Winters elders share memories and the experiences that shaped their lives

07/13/2026

The Winters City Council has approved street closures for two downtown events scheduled later this year, including the return of the Winters Criterium cycling race and the annual Winters Salmon Festival.

The Winters City Council has approved street closures for two downtown events scheduled later this year, including the return of the Winters Criterium cycling race and the annual Winters Salmon

07/13/2026

The Winters High School All Sports Boosters Club, in partnership with the Winters High School Athletics Department, invites local businesses to participate in its annual Athletic Partnership Program to support Warrior athletics during the upcoming school year.

The Winters High School All Sports Boosters Club, in partnership with the Winters High School Athletics Department, invites local businesses to participate in its annual Athletic Partnership Program to support

07/13/2026

Editor's note: Community newspapers are uniquely positioned to preserve local stories and the people behind them. We invited a first-time Elder Day attendee in his 20s to share his reflections on this year's celebration, offering a younger generation's perspective on an event dedicated to honoring the residents whose lives and contributions have helped shape Winters.

07/09/2026

As part of their budget discussions this year — which will continue at the July 7 Winters City Council meeting — the council heard a presentation on recommended increases for fees and service charges provided by the city of Winters.

Based on the Consumer Price Index, or CPI, a measure of inflation, most fees for city services, including plumbing, public works services, planning and building fees, and fire department service fees, would increase by 2.7 percent.

However, discussion of pool fees revealed a discrepancy in the current fee structure.

As part of their budget discussions this year — which will continue at the July 7 Winters City Council meeting — the council heard a presentation on recommended increases for