The Linn County Board of Supervisors approved an ordinance on Wednesday that allows the use of all-terrain vehicles and off-road vehicles on certain county roads. The ordinance had been under consideration since early March, when the board held two public hearings to get feedback from residents. More than 100 residents spoke during the first public […]
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Linn County supervisors vote in favor of ordinance allowing ATVs on some roads during first reading
Linn County is a step closer to allowing individuals to drive all-terrain or off-road utility vehicles on secondary roads. The Board of Supervisors voted 2-1 in favor of the ordinance during its first reading on Tuesday. The supervisors need to approve the ordinance during two additional readings in order for it to pass. Almost half […]
Linn County Supervisors delay vote on ATV ordinance to address concerns raised by residents
Linn County residents hoping to ride their all-terrain or off-road vehicles on secondary roads will have to wait. The county’s Board of Supervisors decided to delay a vote on the proposed ordinance to address concerns raised during the two public hearings.
Linn County wants public input on a proposal to allow ATVs on some roads
The Linn County Board of Supervisors is considering letting people drive ATVs and off-road vehicles on secondary roads and wants to hear what residents think. Almost half of Iowa’s counties have passed an ATV ordinance. The vehicles are currently not allowed on Linn County roads, but there are eight parks around the state where riders can go, including Lakeview OHV park in Johnson County.

