I received the following from James Ross regarding golfcart usage on the islands.

The Portland Code Section 28-185 states:

1) The operator must be over the age of 21 or possess a valid license to operate a m/v;

2) Such golf carts shall be operated only in daylight, not earlier than ½ hour before sunrise and not later than ½ hour after sundown, unless equipped with and utilizing suitable head lights & tail lights as determined by the PD; shall keep to the extreme right of the roadway; shall not exceed a speed of 10 mph; and shall obey all traffic laws applicable to m/v's.

3) Each golf cart shall be equipped with an auditory warning device; a visual safety flag on a whip antenna at least 6' in height; slow vehicle markings; and display a sticker on the cart showing annual registration with the city treasury division as an island vehicle.

The operation of golf carts shall be permitted on the streets of Cliff Island, Great Diamond Island and Peaks Island if in compliance with the above requirements.

Any other questions please call at 874-8569. If violations are observed please call me at the number provided for follow-up.

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