CHAPTER 2
GENERAL TRAFFIC PROVISIONS

SECTION:

6-2-1: Definitions

6-2-2: Enforcement Of Provisions

6-2-3: Application Of Provisions; Exemptions

6-2-4: Authority To Erect Stop Signs

6-2-5: Regulation Of Through Traffic

6-2-6: Funeral And Other Processions

6-2-7: Traffic Citations

6-2-8: Truck Routes

6-2-9: Motorist Induced Waves During Flooding Conditions

6-2-1: DEFINITIONS:

The following words and phrases, when used in this title, shall for the purpose of this title have the meanings respectively ascribed to them in this section:

 

OFFICIAL TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES:	All signs, signals, markings and devices not inconsistent with this title placed or erected by authority of a public body or official having jurisdiction for the purpose of regulating, warning or guiding traffic.
TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGN OR DEVICE:	All signs, signals, markings and devices consistent with this Title that are installed or erected by authority of the Board of Commissioners for the purpose of regulating, warning, or guiding traffic. It is noted that such traffic control signs or devices may also include those properly installed by others as required during the subdivision plat approval process wherein newly approved streets were reviewed and approved by the Board of Commissioners.
TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNAL:	Any device, whether manually, electrically or mechanically operated, by which traffic is alternately directed to stop and proceed. (Ord. 553, 9-8-1970; amd. Ord. 11.02.23, 2-7-2023)

 

6-2-2: ENFORCEMENT OF PROVISIONS:

   A.   Enforcement Of Provisions:

      1.   It shall be the duty of the police department of the city to enforce the provisions of this title. Officers of the police department are hereby authorized to direct all traffic either in person or by means of visible and/or audible signals in conformance with the provisions of this title; provided, that in the event of a fire or other emergency or to expedite traffic or safeguard pedestrians, officers of the police department or fire department may direct traffic, as conditions may require, notwithstanding the provisions of this title.

      2.   The Board of Commissioners is hereby empowered to adopt traffic safety regulations necessary to make the provisions of this Title effective; and to also adopt such regulations to safely regulate traffic-related emergencies or other special conditions affecting motorists.

   B.   Obedience To Police Officers: No person shall wilfully fail or refuse to comply with any lawful order or direction of any police officer invested by law with authority to direct, control or regulate traffic. (Ord. 553, 9-8-1970; amd. Ord. 11.02.23, 2-7-2023)