Hartford Passes Ordinance Cracking Down on Illegal ATVs

The Hartford City Council has passed an ordinance prohibiting ATVs from filling their gas tanks in the capital city, according to a spokesperson for the mayor's office.

Councilman Raul De Jesus Jr. proposed the ordinance in May. It puts the onus on gas station owners, allowing the city's community court to try those who permit ATVs and other off-road vehicles to fill at their stations and drive onto public roads.

De Jesus said ATVs often congregate at gas stations during organized rides.

Maribel La Luz, spokesperson for the office of Mayor Pedro Segarra, said the city council passed the legislation at a meeting Monday night.

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