For the purposes of this article, the following
definitions shall be applicable unless the context clearly indicates
to the contrary:
MOTORIZED SKATEBOARD OR SCOOTER
Any device that is designed to travel on one or more wheels
with the deck or chassis of such device open and close to the ground,
that may or may not handlebars or a hand-controlled throttle or brake,
that is designed to be stood or sat upon by the operator, and that
is powered by a motor that is capable of propelling the device without
human propulsion. "Motorized skateboard or scooter" shall not include
any automobile or device that is included within the definition of
"moped," "motorcycle," off-highway vehicle (OHV)," any type of "tractor,"
"triped," "motorized wheelchair" or "electric personal assistive mobility
device (EPAMD)" set forth in this chapter.
[Added 7-21-2008 by Ord. No. 0708-02; 7-16-2021 by Ord. No. 0721-02]
SCOOTER
A low, narrow footboard made out of wood or other material
with a wheel or wheels at each end and a raised handlebar for steering
and which can be propelled by foot or by a motor.
SKATEBOARD
A piece of wood or other material to which wheels are attached.
[Added 7-21-2008 by Ord. No. 0708-02]
A. Motorized skateboards or scooters shall not be operated
upon a public street or boardwalk or sidewalk or right-of-way thereof
located within this City except under the following conditions:
(1)
A motorized skateboard or scooter may be pushed
across or along such public way provided such motorized skateboard
or scooter is in neutral or that the power train is otherwise disengaged,
and further provided that such use shall be in conformance with this
chapter.
(2)
A motorized skateboard or scooter may be operated
on a street located within this City for a special event of limited
duration, conducted according to a prearranged schedule only under
permit from the City Manager.
B. A person shall not operate a motorized skateboard
or scooter upon any property in either public or private ownership
without the express permission of the person in control of the property
or knowingly in violation of any restrictions imposed on such use
by the person in control of the property.