Off-road vehicle policy & safety
Township ORV & ATV Resolution
Resolution 18-2024/2025 establishes Township ORV oversight, signage, education, organized-ride notification, and law-enforcement/community collaboration policies.
Resolution policy areas
Signage
The resolution coordinates ORV signage with the Emmet County Road Commission, including 25 MPH messaging and references to applicable County rules.
Public education
The Township provides safety and regulation information and collaborates with law enforcement, businesses, and community groups.
Organized rides
Organized groups are encouraged to notify the Emmet County Sheriff’s Department as a courtesy and for possible crossing/safety guidance.
Responsible operation
Riders remain responsible for current laws, signs, permitted roads, speed, safety, private property, and environmental protection.
Signage locations named in the resolution
Chadderdon Road / East Brutus Road crossings
North Conway Road / East Brutus Road
East Stutsmanville Road east of Pleasantview Road
Tower Road east of Pleasantview Road
Valley Road / Chadderdon Road trail area
Document status: The supplied file identifies itself as Resolution 18-2024/2025. Use the linked Township SharePoint document for the complete text. Posted signs, current County/State law, and official enforcement directions control.