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Merkel enacts ordinance prohibiting engine braking

Merkel City Council · May 12, 2026

Summary

Ordinance 05-12-2026-2, banning engine braking within city limits, was adopted unanimously by Merkel’s council (5-0).

The council considered and adopted Ordinance 05-12-2026-2, titled 'Prohibiting Engine Braking.' Collin Jacobs moved to adopt the ordinance and Matthew Riggan seconded; the motion passed 5-0.

The minutes do not include the ordinance language or enforcement provisions; staff will publish the ordinance text and enforcement schedule as required.

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