St. Johns neighbors could soon see more golf carts on city streets after the planning commission voted to move a draft ordinance forward for city commission review.
- The St. Johns planning commission voted to advance a golf cart ordinance after receiving a petition with over 200 signatures.
- If approved, the ordinance would allow golf carts on city streets with safety requirements.
- The city commission is expected to review the draft ordinance at their July meeting.
WATCH: St. Johns residents push for golf cart ordinance
St. Johns planning commission advances golf cart ordinance after community petition
The proposal has gained significant community support, with more than 200 neighbors signing a petition to bring the issue back to city leaders.
“I have elderly parents. Trying to get them in and out of the car is more difficult than trying to get them off and on the golf cart,” said Connie Skorna, one of many residents supporting the ordinance.
This isn’t the first time St. Johns has considered allowing golf carts on city streets…