Regulations for the operation of snowmobiles within the city of Ashton, Idaho are as follows:
A. State Registration And Driver's License: State registration of the snowmobile and a valid driver's license are required to operate a snowmobile on the streets of Ashton. The snowmobile registration number shall be displayed in a conspicuous place.
B. State Highways:
1. No person shall operate a snowmobile on a state highway.
2. Snowmobiles must make a complete stop before crossing a state highway, shall yield the right of way to all oncoming traffic and may cross a state highway by making a ninety degree (90°) direct crossing.
C. City Streets: The streets within the city of Ashton are to be used only as a method of transportation and not as a means of recreation.
D. Stops Required: A full stop must be made at all intersections, alleys, and stop signs.
E. Single File; Right Side; Speed: Snowmobiles must travel in a single file on the right side of the streets and shall not exceed the speed of fifteen (15) miles per hour.
F. Hours: Snowmobiles may not be operated within the city of Ashton between the hours of ten o'clock (10:00) P.M. and six o'clock (6:00) A.M. unless leaving or returning to the city.
G. Private Property; Sidewalks; Posted Areas: Snowmobiles must not be operated on private property without the permission of the owner and must not be operated on sidewalks or posted areas.
H. Equipment:
1. Lights: Headlights and taillights must be on at all times during operation.
2. Brake: Snowmobiles must be equipped with a hand or a foot braking device.
3. Muffler: Snowmobiles must be equipped with an adequate muffler.
I. Attaching To Vehicles Prohibited: No person riding on a snowmobile shall attach it or himself to any vehicle on a street or roadway.
J. Parking:
1. Snowmobiles must be parked in posted areas unless parked on private property with the owner's permission.
2. No snowmobile may be parked on a sidewalk.
K. Pulling Objects: Snowmobiles shall not be used to pull any sled, trailer, or other object without a rigid hitch.
L. Careless Or Reckless Operation Prohibited: Snowmobiles must not be operated in a careless or reckless manner. (Ord. 320 § 2, 1985)