St. Johns city commissioners have approved an ordinance allowing golf carts on city streets following neighborhood advocacy and discussion.
- The ordinance requires operators to be at least 18 years old with a valid driver’s license.
- Golf carts cannot be operated on state highways, roads with speed limits over 30 mph or at night.
- Safety features like horns, mirrors and seat belts are mandatory for all golf carts.
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St. Johns approves golf carts on city streets after neighborhood advocacy
After my reporting about the potential of allowing golf carts on city streets received significant community interest, I wanted to provide neighbors with a crucial update.
The St. Johns City Commission voted Monday to approve an ordinance allowing golf carts on city streets, a matter that has been a hot topic among neighbors.
Mayor Scott Dzurka told me last month that the ordinance was considered after a group of neighbors advocated for it with a petition…