This bill establishes regulations for the permitting, inspection, and operation of ATV parks specifically in Cherokee County, Alabama. It mandates that, starting October 1, 2024, no person may operate an ATV park without a valid permit from the county commission, which may charge a permit fee of up to $50. The bill outlines the necessary documentation required for permit applications, including a written contract for emergency services, detailed maps of the park, and information about access points. Additionally, it stipulates that the county license inspector must inspect the park before the permit can be approved, and the county commission has the authority to set reasonable operating hours for the parks.
The bill also introduces penalties for violations, allowing the county commission to impose civil fines of up to $5,000 for operating without a permit and up to $500 for operating outside established hours. It provides a process for appealing citations and states that all fines collected will go into the county's road and bridge fund. Furthermore, the bill emphasizes that the county and commission are immune from negligence claims related to ATV park operations. The act is set to take effect on June 1, 2024.