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Winnebago County board expands ATV/UTV access on county roads; speed‑limit amendment fails
Summary
The county board approved an ordinance opening lettered county roads to all‑terrain and utility terrain vehicles; an amendment to limit ATVs to 35 mph failed 5‑26 after debate about enforcement and safety.
Winnebago County’s board approved Ordinance 0148062025 on a 26‑5 vote to amend section 7.16 of the county code governing all‑terrain vehicle (ATV) and utility terrain vehicle (UTV) routes and regulations, permitting expanded use of ATVs and UTVs on designated county roads.
The ordinance drew public comment in support from local ATV/UTV advocates and businesses. David Schmidt, chairman of the Wisconsin Winnebago County ATV/UTV Association and president of Fox River Wheelers, told the board the state has “over 512,000 registered vehicles with over 65,000 miles of routes and trails.” Gail Hague said Winnebago County…
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