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By Dena Martin
The Times 

Should U-Turn or Shouldn't U?

City updates ordinances on U-turns, livestock in the city, and animal control

 

September 28, 2017

Dena Martin

This No U-Turn sign on Main and Second St. in Waitsburg is often taken more as a suggestion than a law. Penalties imposed at last week's city council meeting will now result in a $50 fine for first-time violations.

WAITSBURG – At last week's regular meeting, Waitsburg's city council not only made it perfectly clear where U-turns are and are not allowed in the city, but they imposed penalties for breaking the law. After a brief but lively discussion, council members commented that some general public education regarding U-turns and double lines would be beneficial. Unfortunately, that is easier said than done because some rules are more clear than others.

U-turns

Here is what drivers can count on, following Wednesday night's amendment of Waitsburg's municipal code 12.06A.010 regarding U-turns. While...



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