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CTV News
7 days ago
- CTV News
Amherstburg councillor calling for more signage reminding of golf cart ban in Lakewood Beach area
Amherstburg councillor Diane Pouget has called for an expedited report that will outline steps on the installation of signage in the Lakewood Beach area to remind residents that use of golf carts is prohibited. Pouget said she has received complaints from residents stating people have been cutting through private property on golf carts and doing unsafe activity, such as spinouts on the beach. 'In fact, pictures were sent to us, and they showed children as young as 12 driving these golf carts, along with young children that appear to be no more than five years old on the back of them,' Pouget said. Pouget said this initiative is all about safety. 'We don't have sidewalks in that area, and we have a group home, and these people want to walk, they get their exercise by walking, and some of these golf carts have gone quite close to the residents and we just want to keep people safe,' she said. She said the town already has the signs in their possession. 'We just need to understand what the costs of these signs will be to install, and we're just asking that it be done quite quickly because we fear for the safety of these young people,' Pouget said. Pouget said she hopes council receives the report back by June 24. - Written by Dustin Coffman and Rob Hindi/AM800 News.
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Chatham County Police reminds public of golf cart rules
CHATHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) — Officials are reminding folks of the rules of the road when it comes to golf carts in unincorporated Chatham County. Golf carts may only be operated on public roadways in communities approved by the county. Only the Landings, Isle of Hope, Burnside Island and Bradley Point Road are approved communities, the official said. If you are in a designated area, there are still rules that have to be followed. To operate a golf cart, you must have a valid driver's license, and owners must carry liability insurance or homeowner's insurance with a rider that provides coverage for the golf cart. Golf carts can also only drive on streets where the posted speed limit is 25 mph or below and golf cart speeds can't exceed 25 mph. Even in approved areas, golf carts cannot be operated after 9 p.m. Golf carts must also be equipped with the following safety features: Power switch Brakes Horn Back-up warning system Rear window mirror Headlights and taillights Turn signal Seat belt hip restraints Golf cart owners and operators are encouraged to review the Chatham County ordinance detailing the use of motorized carts by visiting the county code by found on the Chatham County website, officials said. You can also find information about how your neighborhood can become a designated golf cart-approved community on the county website, Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
