The following are exempted from the restrictions above:
(a) The horn, warning device or other sound amplification system of a motor vehicle is being operated to request medical or vehicular assistance or to warn or signal others of a road hazard, another vehicle or traffic safety condition.
(b) The motor vehicle is a law enforcement, emergency or public safety vehicle.
(c) The motor vehicle is owned by, contracted to, and/or operated by the State, a political subdivision or a public utility.
(d) The motor vehicle is used in authorized public activities such as parades, fireworks, sport events, musical productions, political activities and other activities approved by the city.
(e) The sound amplifying equipment of the motor vehicle is being operated as a requirement of federal or state law.
(Ord. 2026. Passed 12-14-00)