[skyguy79]

Originally Posted by Posh 08

Good question. Canadian DLs valid in the USA?

Absolutely but not if there is a conflict with FL regulations. i.e. if a province issues a legal drivers license to a 15 year old (not that any do) and FL minimum age for licensing is 16, that 15 year old does not have reciprocal privileges to drive in FL. That's pretty standard with all states. (this is just an example)

Originally Posted by jebartle

on LSV's?.....They are studying whether LSV's should be allowed to cross 441/27.....We waited 10 minutes for a disabled scooter crossing at the intersection where 441 and 27 divide in Leesburg....We were both very concerned for the gentleman in the scooter on such a BUSY road....Not sure the scooter was going faster than 7 mph....Very very dangerous...

I absolutely guarantee that it was NOT me on that mobility scooter that you saw!

Driving a mobility scooter with a max of 7mph myself, I cannot imagine any mobility scooter holding up traffic for even a minute let alone 10, especially if in a cross walk at an intersection... unless of course they were drunk and on a joy ride. Even then... 10 minutes? I can go a half mile in 10 minutes.

Originally Posted by vtcyclist

Golf carts will be banned when the Morse family register as Democrats!!!

Did someone say something about elephants flying?

[pqrstar]

How would anyone get their golf cart to the golf courses if they were banned?

Here is a link to the golf cart safety brochure.
(you may have to scroll down a little)

Village Community Development Districts

Also, found this at the Homeowners' Association website

The VHA Golf Cart Safety Clinics are held the third Wed. of each month with he exception of December always at 10:00am at Savannah Center and are free to The Villages residents.

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by Posh 08

Good question. Canadian DLs valid in the USA?

Yes, Canadian licenses are valid here, and your licenses are valid in Canada.

[hedoman]

Originally Posted by Posh 08

Not taking a stance one way or the other. But with data being collected it could open up some liability questions perhaps.

Will we ban cars on the road as they have more accidents...think about it

[villages07]

Originally Posted by Posh 08

Thanks for your responses. Mischief was my motive plus some concern.

The OP admits "mischief" was one of his motives for starting this thread. There is no truth nor even a rumor that such a move to ban golf carts is being considered. This thread has generated some thoughtful replies but also fed into some unnecessary hysteria.

Let's not worry too much about something not even remotely on the radar. There are enough real topics worthy of our collective wisdom where our positive energy can be focused.

All IMHO, of course.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by villages07

The OP admits "mischief" was one of his motives for starting this thread. There is no truth nor even a rumor that such a move to ban golf carts is being considered. This thread has generated some thoughtful replies but also fed into some unnecessary hysteria.

Let's not worry too much about something not even remotely on the radar. There are enough real topics worthy of our collective wisdom where our positive energy can be focused.

All IMHO, of course.

Village07, Always the voice of reason and good cause for summary.

but I must add....

In some golf course communities, the only carts allowed on the course are the ones owned by the course. Our friends live in such a posh community in Sarasota and the cart fees are twenty five dollars a round.

You must also pay LARGE initiation fees each time you buy there (they have had two homes) and the monthly fee of approximately six hundred dollars, not including the club house meals fee that must be paid whether you use it up or not. Very typical of a upscale private country club.

We have almost all of that at a very reasonable price. We are so lucky.

Consider this a hijack. Topicop will be here soon.

[l2ridehd]

Golf carts will never be banned. What will happen over time is more regulation. The local government in it's never ending quest for more money will view carts as a cash cow. There will be inspections, speed tests, registrations, licenses, all in the name of safety and your protection. Isn't government wonderful to be so concerned about us?

And then the insurance companies will want there piece of the pie and cost of insurance will increase to the point where some people will give up their carts.

[villages07]

L2...perhaps that is where things are heading. Sumter County is the governing body (for the majority of the Villages) and the commissioners and Sheriff are elected by the voters. I think if they start messing with us too much they will see an increase in Villages voter activism that will result in "pro-resident" candidates running for and winning office. So, they also have a vested interest in keeping us happy.

[buggyone]

12ridehd writes "There will be inspections, speed tests, registrations, licenses, all in the name of safety and your protection. Isn't government wonderful to be so concerned about us?

And then the insurance companies will want there piece of the pie and cost of insurance will increase to the point where some people will give up their carts."
Personally, I do not think all of that is a bad idea. The speed tests, registration, and insurance should be mandatory on golf carts. With over 50,000 golf carts in The Villages, these ideas could not hurt the community.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by buggyone

12ridehd writes "There will be inspections, speed tests, registrations, licenses, all in the name of safety and your protection. Isn't government wonderful to be so concerned about us?

And then the insurance companies will want there piece of the pie and cost of insurance will increase to the point where some people will give up their carts."
Personally, I do not think all of that is a bad idea. The speed tests, registration, and insurance should be mandatory on golf carts. With over 50,000 golf carts in The Villages, these ideas could not hurt the community.

Well, it is a way to create jobs...........................

[Posh 08]

Originally Posted by l2ridehd

Golf carts will never be banned. What will happen over time is more regulation. The local government in it's never ending quest for more money will view carts as a cash cow. There will be inspections, speed tests, registrations, licenses, all in the name of safety and your protection. Isn't government wonderful to be so concerned about us?

And then the insurance companies will want there piece of the pie and cost of insurance will increase to the point where some people will give up their carts.

Good morning all. This has turned into a zesty thread. I would tend to agree that somewhere along the line some government folks would like to see fees. 50,000 x $25. Not bad.

[eweissenbach]

Originally Posted by Posh 08

This could potentially eliminate folks driving carts that come for a LS visit. Any thoughts on our to educate them?

Easy - have them take an online course, followed by an online exam. They could then print out a license. Not perfect, but would require most people to at least study the rules of the road prior to getting into a cart. They could be told that was a prerequisite when they call to book a lifestyle preview.

[eweissenbach]

Originally Posted by paulandjean

Please no more talk of having a license to drive a golf cart. This is just plain silly. Would your auto drivers license be good enough. This is a very safe place to drive your cart. If you are having problems in your cart maybe its your fault.We do not need studies to tell us where accidents have taken place. Everyone just drive defensive and you will not have any problem. Just what we need here "special license to drive a cart or a bike or under 50 cc motorcycle. Watch what you ask for.

Originally Posted by red tail

are you saying everyone should have to take a class because you need one?
lets get serious!!!

Taking an online class and test would be an easy solution and should be required for EVERYONE. Driving a cart and the rules for them are somewhat different from driving a car.

[Bogie Shooter]

Bill, please fire up the popper!

[2BNTV]

Are golf carts going to be banned?

NO!!!

As Sgt. Estaurhaus said: "Let's be careful out there".