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Wymore council adopts ordinance allowing ATVs, UTVs for nighttime snow removal
Summary
The Wymore City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 689 to permit all-terrain and utility-type vehicles to be operated between sunset and sunrise within city limits for the purpose of snow removal, following an explanation of state legislative changes by the city attorney.
The Wymore City Council on Dec. 17 adopted Ordinance No. 689 to allow operation of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and utility-type vehicles (UTVs) between sunset and sunrise for snow-removal purposes within the city.
City Attorney Andy Carothers explained that recent legislative changes permit municipalities to allow nighttime use of ATVs and UTVs for snow removal. Councilmember Sue Sapp moved to suspend the three readings of the ordinance; the motion carried, 4-0. The council then voted, 4-0, to adopt Ordinance No. 689.
The ordinance amends local provisions to allow the operation of ATVs and UTVs between sunset and sunrise specifically for snow-removal activities within the corporate limits. The ordinance language presented at the meeting states it provides for repeal of conflicting ordinances and an effective date; the transcript does not specify the exact effective date.
No public comment was recorded on the ordinance during the meeting. The council’s unanimous votes indicate adoption at the meeting; any implementation steps, departmental rules or permit requirements were not detailed in the discussion.
