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Park Rapids considers changing ATV/UTV ordinance as newer models exceed existing limits
Summary
The Park Rapids City Council discussed updating its ATV/UTV ordinance after newer models exceeded the city's current limits (960cc engine size and 1,800-pound dry weight) and debated aligning with State of Minnesota guidelines and requiring liability insurance for city ATV licenses.
At its Nov. 25 work session, the Park Rapids City Council discussed revising the city's ATV/UTV ordinance after noting that current municipal limits exclude many newer models sold by manufacturers.
The minutes state that the city's ordinance prohibits ATV/UTV operation within city limits for vehicles with engine sizes over 960 cubic centimeters (cc) or a dry weight over 1,800 pounds. Council members and staff discussed changing the ordinance to follow State of Minnesota guidelines and discussed making liability insurance a requirement for anyone who applies for an ATV license within the city.
No ordinance change or formal motion was recorded at the work session; council members directed discussion toward aligning local rules with state standards and ensuring insurance coverage for permitted vehicles. The minutes do not specify particular state rule citations, a timeline for drafting ordinance language, or any proposed penalty structure.
