§ 19-04-020. Skate park regulations.

(a)

Definitions. The following definitions apply to the provisions of this chapter:

Approved helmet means a head covering designed for safety that meets or exceeds bicycle helmet safety standards adopted by Standard Z-90.4 set by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), or the Snell Memorial Foundation which are hereby adopted by reference as if fully set forth herein.

Skateboard means a mechanism with wheels that are fastened to a platform commonly constructed to accommodate a standing person. Skateboards are normally propelled by the operator pushing off the ground with one foot, or by the force of gravity.

Skates mean any footwear device which may be attached to the foot or footwear, to may be used to aid the wearer in moving or propulsion, including in-line skates, roller blades and roller skates.

(b)

Helmet required. It is prohibited for any person [under the age of eighteen (18)] to engage in activities involving skateboards, roller skates, in-line skates, Razors, scooters, bicycles, or other skating recreational activity in a skate park owned or operated by the city unless that person is wearing an approved helmet.

(c)

Regulations of use and rules of conduct. Any person using the skate park shall comply with the following rules and regulations:

(1)

The hours of use of the skate park shall be established by the city commission and shall be posted at the skate park. Use of the park at any time outside the hours posted is prohibited.

(2)

While skating or skateboarding, the participant may only use those areas designated for skateboarding or related skating activities.

(3)

While using the facility, the participant must use personal safety equipment comprised of at least head, knee and elbow protection.

(4)

No food or drink is allowed in the designated skate area.

(5)

No moveable obstacles or materials (i.e. ramps/jumps) are allowed in the park.

(6)

Stunt, trick or luge skateboarding is limited to persons twelve (12) years of age or older.

(d)

Personal conduct and behavior. The following are prohibited in the skate park area at all times:

(1)

Possession or use of drugs or alcohol or being under the influence;

(2)

Fighting or other violence;

(3)

Possession or use of firearms, knives, or other weapons of any kind;

(4)

Smoking or use of tobacco products;

(5)

No amplified music or other excessive noise;

(6)

No excessive profanity.

(e)

Posting of signs at skate park. Signs shall be posted at the skate park giving notice that any person using the skate park must wear an approved helmet and that any person failing to do so will be subject to citation and prohibition of use of the facilities for one (1) year. Signs shall also be posted setting rules for use of the skate park as set from time to time by resolution, and violation thereof will be subject to citation.

(Ord. No. 1494 , § 1, 4-14-15)