After the Truth or Consequences, N.M., City Council passed an ordinance in 2018 allowing ATVs on city streets, a group of citizens organized a referendum petition seeking to repeal the ordinance.

After a month-long special election through the mail, city voters favored keeping the ordinance in place.

“This is a win for motorized tourism in Truth or Consequences and New Mexico,” said Dean Tulk, president of the AMA-chartered New Mexico Off Highway Vehicle Alliance and a city resident. “We look forward to working with T or C and other communities across the state to bring positive recreational opportunities for all ages.”

 

Under the ordinance, ATV riders may operate on city streets if:

• It is equipped with a headlight and taillight, brakes, mirrors and mufflers;

• The operator holds a valid driver’s license or permit;

• The operator is insured as required by state law; and

• The operator is wearing eye protection.

Riders younger than 18 must wear a helmet and complete an off-highway motor vehicle safety training course.