New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A04836

Introduced
2/6/25  
Refer
2/6/25  

Caption

Authorizes the village of Sodus Point, in the town of Sodus, county of Wayne to allow golf carts on certain streets under the exclusive control and jurisdiction of such village.

Summary

Bill A04836 seeks to amend the village law to authorize the village of Sodus Point, located in Wayne County, to permit the use of golf carts on specific streets that fall under the village's exclusive control and jurisdiction. This legislation aims to provide local governance with the authority to regulate the use of golf carts, which may enhance transportation options within the village, particularly for residents and visitors who utilize golf carts for short-distance travel.

Impact

If enacted, this bill will modify existing village law to explicitly allow the use of golf carts on designated streets in Sodus Point. This change could lead to an increase in local traffic regulations concerning golf carts, potentially impacting safety, road maintenance, and local traffic patterns. Additionally, it could set a precedent for other villages in New York to pursue similar legislation, thereby influencing local governance and transportation policies across the state.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill A04836 appears to be generally supportive, as it addresses local transportation needs and provides a framework for the village to manage golf cart usage. However, without recorded votes or committee discussions, it is difficult to gauge the full extent of public or legislative opinion on the matter.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise regarding safety concerns associated with golf carts sharing the road with other vehicles, as well as potential impacts on traffic flow and pedestrian safety. Stakeholders such as local residents, business owners, and traffic safety advocates may hold differing views on the implications of allowing golf carts on public streets.

Companion Bills

NY S03445

Same As Authorizes the village of Sodus Point, in the town of Sodus, county of Wayne to allow golf carts on certain streets under the exclusive control and jurisdiction of such village.

Previously Filed As

NY S03445

Authorizes the village of Sodus Point, in the town of Sodus, county of Wayne to allow golf carts on certain streets under the exclusive control and jurisdiction of such village.

NY S00624

Authorizes the village of Greenwood Lake, county of Orange to allow golf carts on certain streets under the exclusive control and jurisdiction of such village.

NY A07487

Authorizes the village of Greenwood Lake, county of Orange to allow golf carts on certain streets under the exclusive control and jurisdiction of such village.

NY A11370

Authorizes certain villages in Rockland county to enter into binding arbitration

NY S10242

Authorizes certain villages in Rockland county to enter into binding arbitration.

NY S07540

Extends the one percent increased county sales tax for Putnam county for two years; requires one-ninth of such one percent increase in sales tax be allocated to towns and villages in such county.

NY A08080

Extends the one percent increased county sales tax for Putnam county for two years; requires one-ninth of such one percent increase in sales tax be allocated to towns and villages in such county.

NY S07853

Permits the village of Croton-on-Hudson to allow the office of assistant village engineer of such village to be held by a person who is not a resident of such village, provided that such person resides within Westchester county or an adjoining county within the state of New York.

NY A08558

Permits the village of Croton-on-Hudson to allow the office of assistant village engineer of such village to be held by a person who is not a resident of such village, provided that such person resides within Westchester county or an adjoining county within the state of New York.

NY A10489

Expands the residency requirement for the village clerk, deputy village clerk, village treasurer, and deputy village treasurer of the village of Washingtonville such that such person need not be a resident of such village, but must be a resident in the county in which such village is located or an adjoining county within the state of New York.

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