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Commissioners continue 7-ton permit program for gravel roads
Summary
The board voted to continue allowing a one-time $1,000 permit enabling operators to use a 7,000-pound-per-axle limit on county gravel roads during frost-law periods, with proceeds historically returned to townships.
Williams County commissioners voted Jan. 21 to continue the one-time $1,000 7-ton permit program that allows operators to use county gravel roads at a 7,000-pound-per-axle limit during frost-law periods.
Dennis of the county highway department explained the permit lets operators exceed the standard 6-ton axle limit on gravel roads during restricted periods in exchange for a one-time $1,000 fee. Historically, the commission divided permit proceeds equally among townships to support road maintenance.
Commissioner Barry moved to continue the permit program; the motion was seconded and passed on a roll call vote. Commissioners indicated the program and the proceeds distribution practices from prior years would continue; no changes to fee amount or distribution were proposed during the meeting.
The board did not provide a revised schedule or further restrictions at the meeting. The transcript did not specify the exact administrative process for purchasing the permit, enforcement mechanisms, or the expected number of permits to be issued for the upcoming season.
