- Do
I need to register my bicycle?
- What is
the curfew in Mayville?
- How
do I obtain an accident or police report?
- When
is winter parking?
- Are
fireworks legal in the City of Mayville?
- What are
the department's hours of operation?
- What
are the Child Safety Seat Requirements?
- Am
I required to stop for pedestrians at crosswalks?
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Do
I need to register my bicycle?
Yes, It is unlawful for any person to operate a bicycle
owned by a resident of the City
or kept in the City upon any City street unless the
bicycle is properly registered and licensed.
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What is the curfew in Mayville?
Curfew in the City of Mayville is 11:00pm. No person
under 18 years of age may be out in a public place
or in a vehicle unless accompanied by his/her parent
or guardian.
EXCEPTIONS. This section shall not apply to a child:
1. Who is performing an errand as directed by his
parent, guardian or person having lawful custody.
2. Who is on his own premises or in the areas immediately
adjacent thereto.
3. Whose employment makes it necessary to be upon
the streets, alleys or public places or in any motor
vehicle during such hours.
4. Who is returning home from a supervised school,
church or civic function.
These exceptions shall not, however, permit a child
to unnecessarily loiter about the streets, alleys
or public places or be in a parked motor vehicle on
the public streets.
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How
do I obtain an accident or police report?
Accident reports or police incident reports may be
obtained at the Mayville Police Department during
the hours of 8:00am and 4:00pm. A records request
form must be completed and approved by the Chief of
Police. A nominal fee is charged for copies. For more
information, please contact the department at 920-387-7903.
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When is winter parking?
Winter Parking in the City of Mayville is December
1 - April 1 from 1:00am to 6:00am on all City Streets.
Parking on any city street is prohibited during these
months. Parking in City lots is allowed by permit
only. Parking permit may be purchased at City Hall
during regular business hours. City hall can be contacted
at 920-387-7900. For all other questions regarding
winter parking, contact us at 920-387-7903.
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Are
Fireworks Legall to Use in City Limits?
The use of Class A and Class B Fireworks are not
permitted within Mayville City Limits. Only Class
C Fireworks are legall to use in the City. These include"Sparklers",
"Snaps", "Black Snakes", and "Champagne
Poppers". Most sellers require the purchase of
a permit at the time of sale. This permit is for the
possession of fireworks only and does not
permit the use of fireworks.
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What are the department's
hours of operation?
The Mayville Police Department provides 24hour police
protection. There is always a police officer on duty.
Office hours: Mon -
Fri from 8:00am to 4:00pm
City Dispatch: Mon -
Fri from 7:30am - 12:00am
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What are the Child Safety Seat
Requirements?
Children 12 years and younger are to be in the back
seat.
| |
Infants |
Toddlers/Preschoolers |
Young
Children |
Weight |
Birth
to 1 year and 20-22lbs |
Over
1year old / 20-40 lbs |
40-80lbs |
Seat
Position |
Rear
Facing |
Forward
Facing |
Forward
Facing |
For more information regarding the Requirements and
other Child Safety Seat Information, please visit
the Wisconsin Department of Transportation Website
at http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov/safety/vehicle/child/use.htm
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Am I required to stop for Pedestrians
at crosswalks?
Yes. At a crosswalk where there is no traffic control
signal, the operator of a vehicle must yield the right-of-way
to the pedestrian, or to a person on a bicycle or
electric mobility device. And no vehicle may pass
another vehicle that is stopped at a crosswalk for
a pedestrian. Wis. Stat 346.24.
The fine for failure to yield to a pedestrian in
a crosswalk is $217.50 plus 4 points
on your driving record.