Corner Brook looks to add more city streets for atv usage

    Wednesday, 31 July 2024 12:00

    By Tonya Organ

    Mayor Jim Parsons says there is a motion before council to open up more city streets to atv users including West Valley Road, Country Road, and Sunnyslope Drive.

    It’s easy to notice more atv traffic around Corner Brook as Jigs and Wheels events continue this week. On Bayfm with Lenny Benoit, Mayor Jim Parsons says everything except the four lane section on O’Connell Drive is open to quads and side by sides. He says they’re pleased with how it’s going so far. Parsons says permits are not required this week but insurance and registration is a must for riders. Meanwhile, Parsons says there is a motion before council to open up more city streets to atv users including West Valley Road, Country Road, and Sunnyslope Drive. Next year. Mt. Bernard Avenue will open to atv usage.  The next public meeting for Corner Brook city council has been set for August 19th. 

     

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