TRAFFIC
Traffic on SUBASE NLON is mild to light even
during peak hours. Speed limits on base are 15 to 25 MPH as posted
and are monitored by radar. Parking regulations are strictly enforced
due to the shortage of parking on base. If it becomes necessary to
tow your vehicle, it will be done at owner's expense and risk. During snow
conditions, some parking lots and spaces are secured to promote the most
effective snow removal procedures. These are posted and further
information can be provided by the Public Works Department. Damages
and charges incurred during towing will rest solely with the owner.
SEAT
BELTS ARE MANDATORY ON BASE! Child safety seats are required for all
children under the age of 4 and less than forty pounds. Children 4 or
older who weigh 40 pounds and more, must have an approved child restraint
system. All passengers must be in seatbelts
VEHICLE
CHECKS
Random checks are conducted at each of the gates on a daily
basis. The checks are made once per shift or as deemed
necessary. These checks include physical checks by police and by
military working dogs.
ACCIDENTS
All auto accidents should be
reported to SUBASE Police at 694-3777. If an ambulance is required,
call 694-3333.
CRIMINAL OFFENSES
Housing residents are under the
jurisdiction of the Town of Groton. There are neighborhood watch
programs in both Southeastern Connecticut & Rhode Island. For
more information on military housing areas, call
(860)694-4423.
PHOTOGRAPHY
You are welcome to photograph the many
beautiful sites and historical buildings on Upper Base.
PASS AND
ID
The Pass and ID office issues identification badges to civilian
employees and contractors. Vehicle passes are issued through the Pass
Office, Bldg. 500 located at the Main Gate.
MILITARY ID's
Military
ID's are issued through PSD in Bldg. 83.
DRIVING ON
SUBASE: Passes and Decals
If you are operating a privately
owned vehicle (POV), you must stop at the Vehicle Pass Office prior to entering
the base. Temporary vehicle passes and base decals are issued through the the
Vehicle Pass Office. The following items are needed to register your
vehicle with the base:
1) Your vehicle must be registered in your name or
your spouse's name. Decals and passes are mandatory! Any
vehicle caught on base without authorization will be towed at the owner's
expense.
2) You must produce a valid insurance card.
3) You must
have a valid operator's permit from the state your vehicle is registered in or
from the State of CT.
4) You must have a valid military ID.
5) If
your vehicle is ten years old or older, it must pass a safety and emissions
inspection that meets CT's requirements. deals and passes are
mandatory!
6) All vehicles are required to have the minimum of liability
insurance.
MOTORCYCLES
In order to operate a motorcycle on
base, you must complete a DOD Motorcycle Safety course. Check with SUBASE
Security before bringing a motorcycle on base.
CONNECTICUT VEHICLE
REGISTRATION AND DRIVER'S LICENSE
All military personnel may hold any
current state license and registration. Be careful to avoid the
"TRI-STATE LAW"- license from one state, registration from any another, and
insurance from a third. Service members may register their vehicles or get an
operator's license in CT if desired. In order to register a vehicle
in CT, you will need the following:
1) Vehicle title with required
information completed. 2) Bill of Sale for that
vehicle. 3) Proof of CT approved insurance on that
vehicle. 4) For vehicles ten years old or older, complete an
emissions and safety inspection. 5) Completed Form H-13, available
from DMV offices.
HUNTING AND FISHING LICENSE
You may obtain a CT
fishing or hunting license on base at the ITT office. The cost of a fishing
license is $10.00. A combination hunting/fishing license costs only
$21.00.
BOAT LICENSE (State)
To obtain a boating license in the
State of CT, individuals are required to take both the Boating Safety course and
the Personal Watercraft course. These courses are offered through
Groton Parks and Recreation.
Registration is required for any boat to
which a motor can be attached or a sail boat over 19 feet in
length. However, any boat used less than 60 days out of a year does
not need to be registered in the State of CT. Canoes and small
sailboats do not require registration. Contact DMV for specific information.