Chapter 10.25
SKATEBOARDS, SKATES, SCOOTERS AND SIMILAR DEVICES
Sections:
10.25.040 No skate zone regulations.
10.25.060 Violation – Penalty.
10.25.010 Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to provide for the orderly operation of skateboards, skates, scooters, roller blades, in-line skates or other similar devices within the city limits, and to specifically prohibit their use within certain areas designated by the no skate zone. [Ord. 07-336-O § 1].
10.25.020 Definitions.
“City” means the city of Rogue River.
“In-line skates” or “roller blades” mean a roller skate with typically hard-rubber wheels in a straight line resembling the blade of an ice skate.
“Motor assisted scooter” means a scooter that is designed to be operated on the ground with not more than three wheels, has handlebars and a foot support or seat for the operator’s use, can be propelled by motor or human propulsion and is equipped with a power source that is incapable of propelling the vehicle at a speed of greater than 24 miles per hour on level ground. If the power source is a combination engine, has a piston or rotor displacement of 35 cubic centimeters or less regardless of the number of chambers in the power source; or if the power source is electric, has a power output of not more than 1,000 watts.
“No skate zone” means that area identified by resolution applying to specific areas in the city of Rogue River which limits the types of activity which can occur on public property.
“Operate” means to ride upon, drive, propel or otherwise convey oneself or others on skateboards, skates, scooters, roller blades, in-line skates, or other similar devices. Also includes accessory activities such as lubricating surfaces to increase speed, etc.
“Private property” means real property which is neither owned nor maintained by a government agency.
“Protective helmet” means an approved protective rigid head covering for use while operating a skateboard, roller skates, scooter, roller blades or other similar devices.
“Public parking lots” means parking lots owned and maintained by the city of Rogue River, including the parking lots in the downtown area and any future parking lots.
“Public parks” means parks owned and maintained by the city of Rogue River, specifically Anna Classick Bicentennial Park, Palmerton Arboretum Park, Fleming Memorial Park, Coyote Evans Wayside, and any future parks.
“Scooter” means a vehicle that typically has two or more wheels with a low footboard between them, is steered by a handlebar, and is propelled by either pushing on foot against the ground or by a motor.
“Skateboard” means a narrow board having two or more wheels mounted under it, ridden in a standing or crouching position, propelled by foot or motor, and often used to perform stunts.
“Skates” means sports equipment that is worn on the feet to enable the wearer to glide along and to be propelled by the alternate actions of the legs.
“Unsafe manner” means to operate a skateboard, skates, scooters, roller blades, in-line skates, or similar devices in such a manner that may endanger the health and safety of the rider and/or any member of the public. [Ord. 08-351-O § 1; Ord. 07-336-O § 2].
10.25.030 No skate zone.
The no skate zone is the designated area wherein skateboards, skates, scooters, roller blades, in-line skates or similar devices shall not be operated on city-owned streets, sidewalks, alleys, walkways, parks, highways, driveways, or other city-owned property identified by resolution.
The no skate zone also includes those private properties whose owners have submitted a written request to the Rogue River city council for inclusion in the no skate zone.
The city council shall direct the city administrator or other authorized representative to designate any part of a city-owned building, park, grounds, or sidewalks adjacent thereto, as an area where the use of skateboards, skates, scooters, roller blades, in-line skates, or similar devices is prohibited. The city administrator is further authorized to place signs at appropriate locations. [Ord. 07-336-O § 3].
10.25.040 No skate zone regulations.
No person shall operate a skateboard, skates, scooters, roller blades, in-line skates, or similar devices in the no skate zone.
This regulation does not apply to any device operated by a person or persons directly assisting a person who is unable to walk or otherwise ambulate without the assistance of an electrically powered scooter or human-powered conveyance. [Ord. 07-336-O § 4].
10.25.050 Regulations for skateboards, skates, scooters, roller blades, in-line skates or similar devices outside of the no skate zone.
A. All persons under 16 years of age are required to wear a protective helmet. Any person who fails to wear a protective helmet specifically made and approved for riding upon or operating a skateboard, skates, scooter, roller blades, in-line skates, or other similar devices commits the offence of failure to wear protective headgear.
B. No person will construct any ramp, jump or similar device intended for use by a person with a skateboard, skates, scooter, roller blades, in-line skates or similar device on any city-owned streets, sidewalks, alleys, walkways, parks, highways, driveways, or other city-owned property in the city of Rogue River.
C. No person shall operate a skateboard, skates, scooter, roller blades, in-line skates or similar device so as to endanger any pedestrian on any public way or in such a manner as might discourage any pedestrian from the peaceful use of such public ways in or upon streets or roadways. [Ord. 07-336-O § 5].
10.25.060 Violation – Penalty.
Any person, association or other entity that violates this chapter shall be subject to a fine of not more than $50.00 for each violation. Police may confiscate any violating skateboard, skates, scooters, roller blades, in-line skates, or other similar devices at time of issuing ticket. Any person under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at time of arraignment. [Ord. 23-418-O § 39; Ord. 07-336-O § 6].