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Pecos council hears heated public debate over off‑road vehicle ordinance; no repeal motion advanced
Summary
Dozens of residents and vehicle owners attended to press the city on enforcement and permit compliance for recreational off‑road vehicles; council took no final action after lengthy public comment and staff discussion of enforcement, sticker visibility and penalties.
Residents, owners and city staff spent more than an hour Thursday debating the future of Pecos’ recreational off‑road vehicle (ROV) ordinance, with many owners urging the council to preserve the permit program and opponents citing safety concerns and youth driving.
Among the speakers, several permit holders described safety upgrades they installed — roll cages, seat belts, windshields and lighting — and said they want to comply with city rules. The police department reported 33 active permits citywide with 12 currently out…
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