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Hoyt council adopts UTV permit changes and accepts Giant right-of-way ordinance
Summary
The Hoyt City Council amended its UTV permit rules to remove blinkers and annual inspections while keeping proof of insurance, a $5 fee and a permit application; it also accepted a right-of-way ordinance negotiated with Giant (Ordinance No. 365). Mayor to sign the UTV change after the city attorney finalizes language.
The Hoyt City Council on Nov. 5 amended local rules for utility terrain vehicle (UTV) permits and accepted a right-of-way ordinance from Giant.
Council members agreed to remove the UTV requirement for blinkers and yearly inspections while retaining proof of insurance, a $5 permit fee and a completed permit application for a sticker. Council member Joe Romans moved to adopt the amended UTV ordinance (Ordinance No. 364) and empower the mayor to sign; Becky McClane seconded and the motion carried. The city attorney was directed to edit the ordinance language for the mayor’s signature.
Separately, the city attorney summarized a draft right-of-way ordinance submitted by Giant and recommended the council accept the rate terms in the draft. Council member Larry Valdez moved to accept the Right of Way Ordinance from Giant (Ordinance No. 365); Joe Romans seconded and the motion carried.
Why it matters: The UTV changes alter vehicle compliance obligations and the permitting process for recreational vehicles operating under municipal permission. The Giant ordinance sets the terms under which the company may use or occupy municipal right-of-way, which can affect utility work and local permitting fees.
What happens next: The city attorney will finalize the UTV ordinance language for the mayor’s signature; the Giant ordinance was accepted by motion at the Nov. 5 meeting. No vote tallies beyond “motion carried” were recorded in the meeting transcript.
