A. Definitions:
AIR COMPRESSION BRAKE: Any type of friction brake for vehicles in which compressed air pressing on a piston is used to apply pressure to the brake pad to stop the vehicle.
JAKE BRAKE: Any engine braking mechanism which, when activated, opens exhaust valves in the cylinders after the compression cycle, releasing the compressed air trapped in the cylinders, and slowing the vehicle.
B. Use Of Air Compression And Jake Brakes Prohibited: The use of any air compression or "jake" brakes by vehicles or trucks within the City limits is hereby prohibited and shall be unlawful, except under emergency circumstances where the use of air compression or "jake" brakes is necessary to prevent an accident or injury to persons or property.
C. Penalty: Any person who uses air compression or "jake" brakes in violation of the law shall be deemed guilty of an infraction, punishable by a fine of up to one hundred dollars ($100.00). (Ord. 401, 4-7-2015)