Town of Inuvik Mayor Clarence Wood says officials are stepping up enforcement of proper ATV use, calling it a SA国际影视传媒済rowing issue.SA国际影视传媒�
The Town of Inuvik posted the announcement to its social media feed at 10:56 a.m. Sept. 13.
SA国际影视传媒淭here has been an increase in the number of All Terrain Vehicles (ATVSA国际影视传媒橲) being operated illegally within the Town of Inuvik,SA国际影视传媒� reads the notice, signed by Wood. SA国际影视传媒淎 large number of ATVSA国际影视传媒檚 are being operated on Town streets without license plates, insurance and without helmets. In some cases they are being operated by minors.
SA国际影视传媒淲e understand that ATV riding is a popular recreational activity, but it is essential to strike a balance between enjoying this pastime and respecting the safety of our community members. Please join us in this effort to ensure that Inuvik remains a safe place for generations to come.SA国际影视传媒�
The town says it is taking the following measures to crack down on unsafe driving:
1. Awareness Campaign: The town says it will launch a SA国际影视传媒渃omprehensive awareness campaign to educate the public about the importance of responsible ATV use, the applicable regulations, and the consequences of illegal operation.SA国际影视传媒�
2. Increased Enforcement: The town says SA国际影视传媒渓ocal authorities will be increasing patrols and monitoring of ATV activities to enforce existing regulations. Those found operating ATVs unlawfully will face penalties up to and including impounding the ATV.SA国际影视传媒�
3. Community Engagement: The town is encouraging community members to report any illegal ATV activities they see, saying SA国际影视传媒淲e rely on your vigilance to help maintain safety within our town.SA国际影视传媒�
4. Support for Safe Riding: Lastly, the town says it will SA国际影视传媒渨ork to provide resources and information to support responsible ATV riders, including safety courses and information on designated riding areas.SA国际影视传媒�
Inuvik backed up the town, saying they were helping enforce safety.
SA国际影视传媒淩esidents in Inuvik have expressed an increasing number of concerns about the operation of ATVSA国际影视传媒檚 in Inuvik,SA国际影视传媒� said NT media relations officer Cpl. Matt Halstead. SA国际影视传媒淚n response to these concerns, the Town of Inuvik and the Inuvik are partnering on a campaign to raise awareness, educate riders and enforce laws and bylaws relating to the operation of ATVSA国际影视传媒檚. Residents are reminded that legal operation of ATVs within town limits and on highways includes the rider having a valid driverSA国际影视传媒檚 licence, appropriate insurance and all riders and passengers wearing a helmet. Failure to comply with these requirements can result in fines or having your ATV impounded.
SA国际影视传媒淭he safe use of roadways by all vehicles, including ATVs, is an important aspect of public safety and an important priority for the Town of Inuvik and the Inuvik . The will be out in the community to educate riders and enforce ATV regulations. The Inuvik are encouraging residents who witness unsafe ATV activity or ATVSA国际影视传媒檚 being operated by unlicensed minors, to call the police or the Town of Inuvik Municipal Enforcement Officers.
SA国际影视传媒淎nyone who needs to report activity related to unsafe ATV operation is asked to contact the Inuvik at 777-1111 or the Town of Inuvik Municipal Enforcement office at 867-777-8616. In the event of an emergency call, 911.SA国际影视传媒�
