[Amended 7-7-1997 by Ord.
No. 97-05]
Adoption by reference is herewith made of specific sections
of the Michigan Vehicle Code, concerning size, weight and load, namely:
(1)Â
Section MCL 257.722 is herewith adopted by reference by the City,
which section regulates maximum axle load; normal loading maximum;
designating highways as adequate for heavier loading; restrictions
as to tandem axle assemblies; normal size of tires; maximum wheel
load; reduction of maximum axle load on concrete pavements during
March, April, and May; exemptions; suspension of restrictions; determination
of gross vehicle weight and axle weights; designation of highways
for operation of certain vehicles; and, definitions thereunder.
(2)Â
Section MCL 257.724 (MSA 9.2424) is herewith adopted by reference
by the City of Corunna, which section grants authority to require
weighing of vehicle; shifting or removal of load; impounding vehicle
for nonpayment of fines and costs; lien; appearance before judge or
magistrate; powers of agents of highway department or county road
commission; penalty for weight violation; failure to stop at or avoidance
of weight scales; penalty; use of duly marked vehicle by agent; and,
failure to stop vehicle.
[Amended 7-7-1997 by Ord.
No. 97-05]
Adoption by reference by the City of Corunna is herewith made
of the entire Motor Carrier Safety Act of 1963 (Act 181, Public Acts
1963), being Sections MCL 480.11 thru 480.22 as amended (MSA 9.1666(1)
thru 9.1666(12) as amended) which Act promotes safety upon the public
highways by regulating the operation of certain vehicles; provides
consistent regulation of these areas by state agencies and local units
of government; establishes the qualifications of persons necessary
for the safe operation of such vehicles; limits the hours of service
of persons engaged in operating such vehicles; requires the keeping
of records of such operations; provides penalties for the violation
of the Act; and prescribes the powers and duties of certain state
agencies.
