[Adopted 5-17-2001 by Ord. No. 1-2001]
In the context of this article, the following
terms shall have the meanings indicated:
EARTH MOVER
Mobile, mechanical equipment used in the excavation, displacement
or transportation of earth.
IDLING
A circumstance in which an engine is running but not engaged
in motion.
LOCOMOTIVE
A self-propelled engine, usually electric- or diesel-powered,
that pulls or pushes freight or passenger cars on railroad tracks.
TRACTOR-TRAILER TRUCKS
A truck having a cab and no body, used for pulling large
vehicles such as vans or trailers.
UNATTENDED
A circumstance in which machinery or equipment is left idling
with no operator present or in control of the equipment.
A law enforcement officer shall issue a citation
for violation of this article in any instance in which such officer
observes idling or unattended machinery or equipment. A citation may
also be issued upon complaint of a citizen who observes idling or
unattended machinery or equipment. A citation may be issued to an
individual, a corporation, or both. The prosecution of any citation
shall be adjudicated before the Stillwater Town Court. A violation
of this article is classified as a misdemeanor.