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Council sends ATV/UTV question to transportation committee; members cite tourism and safety concerns
Summary
Councilors debated allowing all-terrain and utility-terrain vehicles on city roads. Several members backed exploring an ordinance, citing tourism and convenience; others raised safety concerns. Council directed staff to refer the matter to the transportation committee, using Winnebago County's ordinance as a starting point.
Councilor Larson introduced a request to consider allowing ATVs and UTVs on Oshkosh city roads, citing tourism and economic opportunity and noting the county had recently opened county roads. "I'm tired of watching these dollars literally drive around us," he said, arguing the vehicles can help local restaurants and businesses if routes and rules are established.
Supporters compared UTV/ATV use to motorcycles and…
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