(A) Special speed limitations on elevated structures. No person shall drive a vehicle over any bridge or other elevated structure constituting a part of a highway at a speed which is greater than the maximum speed which can be maintained with safety to such bridge or structure when such structure is sign-posted. Upon the trial of any person charged with the violation of this section, proof of the determination of the maximum speed by the city and the existence of such signs is conclusive evidence of the maximum speed which can be maintained with safety to such bridge or structure.
(B) General speed restrictions. The speed limits on the various streets shall be approved by the City Council but shall not exceed 20 mph in a school zone and not to exceed 25 mph on a residential street; otherwise, 30 mph on an arterial street unless otherwise posted.
(C) Special speed limit while passing schools. No person shall drive a motor vehicle at a speed in excess of 20 mph while passing a school zone or while traveling upon any public thoroughfare on or across which children pass going to and from school during school days when school children are present. This section shall not be applicable unless appropriate signs are posted upon streets and maintained by the city or state wherein the school zone is located.
(D) Failure to reduce speed. A vehicle shall be driven upon the streets and alleys of this city at a speed which is reasonable and proper with regard to traffic conditions and the use of the street or alley. The fact that the vehicle does not exceed the applicable maximum speed limit does not relieve the driver of the duty to decrease speed when approaching and crossing an intersection or when special hazard exists with respect to pedestrian or other traffic or by reason of weather or highway conditions. Speed must be decreased as may be necessary to avoid colliding with any person or vehicle on or entering the highway in compliance with legal requirements and the duty of all persons to use due care.
(Prior Code, § 24-4-2) Penalty, see § 70.99
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Related provisions, see 65 ILCS 5/1140-1, 625 ILCS 5/11-604, 625 ILCS 5/11-605, 625 ILCS 5/11-608