Growing Concern Of Atv Use At The County Level
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ATV use is a growing concern in many counties. Washington County, MN passed an ordinance to regulate ATV use on county roads due to environmental damage and safety issues from ATV use. An effects study was conducted on the ordinance which found ATVs damaged ditches and vegetation and caused issues for enforcement. The ordinance established fines for violations and gave law enforcement the ability to enforce ATV restrictions on county roads.
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