Notice of Public Open House and Survey: Pilot Program to Permit ATVs and ORVs on Local Roads

The Town of Penetanguishene is considering a Pilot Program that would permit All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) or Off-Road Vehicles (ORV) on municipal roads.

Council invites the public to attend an Open House to learn more about the potential pilot program and share your comments prior to a final decision by Council in the Summer of 2024.

Open House:

Date and Time

• Wednesday, May 1, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, May 1, 2024, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Location

Council Chambers, Townhall 10 Robert Street West

Online Survey, Open Until May 29, 2024:

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Description of Pilot Program

Currently, in the Town of Penetanguishene, ATVs/ORVs are not permitted on any local roads, or on trails. Council is considering a 1-year Pilot Program whereby ATVs/ORVs would be permitted on ALL municipal roads. Further, the operation of the ATV/ORV would be required to comply with the Highway Traffic Act and the Off-Road Vehicles Act with respect to safe operation of the vehicle, safety equipment, speed, etc.

For more information about this matter please contact the Planning and Community Development Department at abetty@penetanguishene.ca or 705-549-7453 extension 215.

If you wish to be notified of the decision of the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Penetanguishene on the proposed ATV/ORV Pilot Program you must make a written request to:

Planning and Community Development Department 10 Robert Street West, P.O. Box 5009 Penetanguishene, Ontario L4R 2G2