Sounds from the following sources shall be exempt from the prohibitions specified herein:
(1) Any vehicle owned by and operated by governmental agencies or a utility in the performance of its duties.
(2) Noise associated with routine snow-removal activities where customary practices and equipment are used and where the snow removal equipment is operated within the manufacturer's specifications and in proper operating condition.
(3) All safety signals and warning devices or any other device used to alert persons to any emergency or used during the conduct of emergency work, including but not limited to police, fire and medical/rescue vehicle sirens.
(4) Noise associated with a bona fide response to an emergency situation that poses a threat to the public health, safety or welfare.
(5) Musical, recreational and athletic events conducted by and on the site of a school or educational institution and municipal institutions.
(6) Equipment for maintenance of lawns and grounds during the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
(7) Noises emanating from the road construction or from the excavation, demolition, alteration or repair of buildings, structures or property between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
(8) The Days of '92 and sanctioned Fourth of July events and activities.
(9) Any public display of fireworks authorized by the Fire Marshal.
(Prior code 10-8-1; Ord. 336 §3, 2005; Ord. 347 §1, 2008)