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Council advances ordinance to allow regulated golf cart and UTV use on certain city streets

Columbus Common Council · April 7, 2026
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Summary

On first reading the council approved an ordinance to permit golf carts and utility task vehicles on designated city streets with safety requirements; presenters cited examples from Speedway, Franklin and Bartholomew County and the measure passed unanimously to move forward.

The Columbus Common Council passed a first reading on an ordinance to authorize and regulate the operation of golf carts and utility task vehicles (UTVs) on specified city streets, emphasizing safety measures and compliance with state law.

City Attorney Austin Whitted and Deputy Chief Matt Martindale presented the ordinance, explaining it would allow local regulation of…

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