Enhanced ATV registration to boost revenue for PEI ATV Federation

An amendment to the Off Highway Vehicle Act passed second reading in the legislature Tuesday, for enhanced ATV registration process aimed at boosting revenue for the PEI ATV Federation.  Once passed, the enhanced registration process will be in place later this year. The ATV Federation and clubs will receive 80 per cent or $70,000 annually from registration fees, whichever is higher.  That additional revenue would go towards connecting and building private trails, supporting public safety and other initiatives.   This is similar to the registration process and funding arrangement with the Snowmobile Association.  The enhanced ATV vehicle registration includes annual fees of $50 per vehicle and license plates will stay with vehicles when sold or transferred in the province. Regulations will set out penalties and fines for non-compliance, ranging from $200 to $2,000 depending on the offence.