For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE or ATV. “Trail bikes,” mini bikes, four-wheelers, and amphibious vehicles and similar devices other than snowmobiles used at least partially for travel on natural terrain, but not “special mobile equipment,” defined in M.S. § 168.011(22), as it may be amended from time to time.
DEADMAN THROTTLE or SAFETY THROTTLE. A device which, when pressure is removed from the engine accelerator or throttle, causes the motor to be disengaged from the driving mechanism.
GOLF CARTS. A motor vehicle that is designed and manufactured for operation on a golf course for sporting or recreational purposes and that is not capable of exceeding speeds of 20 miles per hour. Golf carts shall have no increased power; wheel base or tire modifications from a standard manufactured gas or electric golf cart.
NATURAL TERRAIN. Areas other than roadways or driveways (private or public), parking lots and other areas, the surface of which has been intentionally modified for motor vehicle operation thereon.
OPERATE. To ride in or on and control the operation of a snowmobile or ATV.
OPERATOR. Every person who operates or is in actual physical control of a snowmobile or ATV.
OWNER. A person, other than a lien holder having the property in or title to snowmobile or ATV entitled to the use or possession thereof.
SNOWMOBILE. A self-propelled vehicle designed for travel on snow or ice steered by skis or runners.
(`87 Code, § 702.01) (Am. Ord. 09-02-03, passed 2-19-09)