(a) The multi-use path requirements specified herein are intended to foster safe and accessible alternatives to sidewalks within the community. Multi-use paths are constructed for bi-directional travel and the use for pedestrian and bicycle access and recreation. A user shall not bring or allow any of the following on the multi-use path:
(1) Any animal except for (1) a domesticated canine securely attached to a leash held by the user, or (2) a certified service or comfort animal medically required for the benefit of the user and securely attached to a leash held by the user;
(2) Any personal motorized or battery-operated mobility device including but not limited to (1) a Segway or similar device known by any name, (2) a hoverboard or similar device known by any name, (3) an electric or motorized skateboard, or similar device known by any name, and (4) a motorized or electric bicycle or similar device known by any name;
(3) A “low-speed electric bicycle” as that term is defined in Section 1-140.10 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-140.10];
(4) A “low-speed gas bicycle” as that term is defined in Section 1-140.15 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-140.15];
(5) A “low-speed vehicle” as that term is defined in Section 1-140.07 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-140.07];
(6) A “motor scooter” as that term is defined in Section 1-145.001 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-145.001];
(7) A “motor vehicle” as that term is defined in Section 1-146 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-146];
(8) A “motor cycle” as that term is defined in Section 1-147 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-147];
(9) A “moped” as that term is defined in Section 1-148.2 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-148.2];
(10) An “off-highway motorcycle” as that term is defined in Section 1-153.1 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-153.1];
(11) A “recreational off-highway vehicle” as that term is defined in Section 1-168.8 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-168.8];
(12) A “recreational vehicle” as that term is defined in Section 1-169 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-169];
(13) A “vehicle” as that term is defined in Section 1-217 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-217];
(14) A vehicle used to deliver U.S. mail on a mail delivery route;
(15) An “all-terrain vehicle” as that term is defined in Section 1-101.8 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-101.8];
(16) An “autocycle” as that term is defined in Section 1-104.2 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-104.2];
(17) A “bus” (including school buses) as that term is defined in Section 1-107 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-107];
(18) A “trailer” including but not limited to every vehicle without motive power in operation designed for carrying persons or property and for being drawn by a motor vehicle and so constructed that no part of its weight rests upon the towing vehicle;
(19) A “tow truck” as that term is defined in Section 1-205.1of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-205.1];
(20) A “farm to market agricultural transportation vehicle” as that term is defined in Section 1-119.6 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-119.6];
(21 A “farm tractor” as that term is defined in Section 1-120 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-120];
(22) A “golf cart” as that term is defined in Section 1-123.9 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-123.9];
(23) A “snowmobile” which shall mean a self-propelled device designed for travel on snow or ice or natural terrain steered by skis or runners, and supported in part by skis, belts, or cleats;
(24) An “implement of husbandry” as that term is defined in Section 1-130 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-130];
(25) A “medical carrier” as that term is defined in Section 1-142.1 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-142.1];
(26) A “road tractor” as that term is defined in Section 1-178 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-178];
(27) A “semitrailer” a “golf cart” as that term is defined in Section 1-187 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-187]; and
(28) A “neighborhood vehicle” which shall mean a self-propelled, electric powered, four wheeled motor vehicle (or a self-propelled, gasoline powered, four wheeled motor vehicle with an engine displacement under 1,200 cubic centimeters) that is capable of attaining in one mile a speed of more than twenty miles per hour, but not more than twenty-five miles per hour, and which conforms to Federal regulations under Title 49 CFR part 5 71.500.
(b) Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this chapter, a user shall be allowed to drive the following on the multi-use path during the course of his/her official duties, but only during a recognized emergency event:
(1) An “ambulance” as that term is defined in Section 1-102.1 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-102.1];
(2) An “authorized emergency vehicle” as that term is defined in Section 1-105 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-105];
(3) A “Fire Department vehicle” as that term is defined in Section 1-120.7 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-120.7];
(4) A “police vehicle” as that term is defined in Section 1-162.3 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-162.3];
(5) A “rescue squad” as that term is defined in Section 1-171.6 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-171.6]; and
(6) A “rescue vehicle” as that term is defined in Section 1-171.8 of the Illinois Vehicle Code as now or hereafter amended [codified as 625 ILCS 5/1-171.8].
(Ord. 2016-45. Passed 8-8-16.)