An ordinance permitting golf carts on city streets went into effect last week.

Clinton Police Chief Ben Lowers gives a rundown of what the ordinance entails.

Chief Lowers explains a golf cart ordinance is not a new issue. He says it was brought up several years ago and recent changes in legislation have made an ordinance more feasible.

Chief Lowers indicates he has done extensive research on ordinances in similar-sized communities. He found there have been very little problems with enforcement and traffic crashes.

The ordinance can be found on the City's website, www.clintonillinois.com. The non-highway vehicle application for registration and inspection form can be picked up at the Clinton Police Department.