(A) No person in a park or on public lands belonging to the city shall:
(1) Fail to comply with all applicable provisions of the state motor vehicle traffic laws in regard to equipment and operation of a vehicle, together with such regulations as are contained in this and other ordinances.
(2) Operate a motor vehicle on the public lands and parks of the city except where there is a road.
(3) Operate a motor vehicle on any road located on the public lands or parks of the city unless:
(a) The operator has a valid Indiana driver's license.
(b) The operation occurs during such times as the park or public lands are open to the public. Said hours of operation shall be determined by the Board of Public Works and Safety or any other designated agency of the city. Operation of a motor vehicle in the park or public lands of the city after said parks are closed to the public for the day shall be deemed a violation of this section.
(B) No person shall ride, drive, or operate a motor vehicle in the parks or public lands of the city at a speed in excess of 15 m.p.h.
(C) A violation of this section shall be punishable by a fine of not less than $25 nor more than $500, plus court costs. The fine may not be suspended. In addition, any person convicted of any provision of this section shall pay for any damage done to city property. Said damage shall include the costs of time, labor, equipment, and materials needed to repair such damage.
(Ord. 884, passed 9-18-78)