(A) Definitions. For the purpose of this section, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
UNMUFFLED ENGINE COMPRESSION BRAKE. A motor vehicle brake which is activated or worked by the compression of the engine of a motor vehicle, and which is not effectively muffled to prevent excessive noise.
(B) Purpose. The use of engine compression brakes, also known as “jake brakes” by motor vehicles, creates noise which unreasonably and excessively disturbs the public, and adoption of this section would further the public health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of the town.
(C) Prohibition.
(1) No person shall use an engine braking system within the corporate limits of the town which is in any way activated or operated by the compression of the engine of any such motor vehicle or any such unit or part thereof, except in cases of emergency or necessary for the protection of persons and/or property. Such braking is commonly referred to as compression braking or a “jake brake.”
(2) The town will identify the areas that engine braking is prohibited and signs shall be conspicuously posted in such areas stating: “No engine braking” or its equivalent.
(Ord. passed 12-28-2009)