A. Approving Authority: The approving authority shall be invested in city administration and staff for any changes to Riverdale City traffic regulations and shall be consistent with the state traffic code referenced in this code.
B. Proper Lookout Required: No person shall drive a motor vehicle within the corporate limits of the city in such manner as to endanger life or property by failing to keep a safe and proper lookout for other traffic, objects or persons.
C. Reasonable Care Required When Driving: It shall be unlawful for any person to drive a vehicle without the care and caution of a reasonable, prudent person under the circumstances then and there existing, or in a manner so as to endanger or be likely to endanger any person or property.
D. Use Of Compression Release Engine Braking Systems Or "Jake Brakes" Restricted: It is unlawful for any person to use, operate or engage any compression release engine braking system within the city which is designed to slow the speed of a vehicle by turning the engine into an air compressor (commonly referred to as a jacobs brake, jake brake, engine brake or compression brake). The use of such devices is allowed in emergency situations or when the operator of the vehicle needs it for safe operation. Firetrucks and other emergency vehicles shall be exempt from the prohibitions of this subsection.
E. Penalty: Any person who violates this section shall be guilty of a class B misdemeanor; and upon conviction, such person shall be punished as provided in section 1-4-1 of this code. (Ord. 804, 4-3-2012)