MOUNT CLEMENS — Fairway or hazard? That all depends on where you are driving.

City commissioners approved the first reading of an ordinance that would allow registered golf cart traffic on some city streets at the commission’s Oct. 20 meeting.

“In response to several resident inquiries regarding the use of golf carts within city limits, city administration held internal discussions with the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office, the director of public services and the community development director,” City Manager Gregg Shipman said. “Based on those discussions, we agree that allowing golf carts on city streets is feasible and appropriate, provided that appropriate safety and regulatory measures are in place.”

Notable provisions of the ordinance include a requirement that carts be inspected and

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