(A) Definition. For the purpose of this chapter, the following definition shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
“EXTREME SPORTS ACTIVITY.” Defined as utilizing the following non- motorized devices:
(1) Skateboards;
(2) Roller skates;
(3) Inline skates;
(4) Freestyle bicycles;
(5) Mountain bikes; and
(6) An apparatus that is:
(a) Wheeled,
(b) Recreational or sporting in nature,
(c) Powered solely by the physical efforts of the user, and,
(d) Generally known, as the term is used in Rule 201 of the Indiana Rules of Evidence, as an apparatus used for extreme sport. (See IC 34-6-2-44.6.)
(B) Prohibited areas. Extreme sports activity shall be prohibited in the following areas:
(1) The Aquatic Center at Baker Park, the sidewalks leading up to the park, the decorative stone wall in front of the Walter Chambers Pool House, the entryway to the Walter Chambers Pool House, and the area immediately adjacent thereto.
(2) The outdoor eating area and splash pad immediately south of the Walter Chambers Pool House and the Aquatic Center Pool.
(3) The basketball courts at any city park property.
(4) The volleyball area at any city park property.
(5) The Fun Park at Baker Park.
(6) Shelter houses located at Baker Park, Osborne Park, Lowe Park, and any other shelter house or structure constructed or located on city park property.
(7) Ball diamonds located at any city park property.
(8) Playground equipment located at any city park property.
(9) Municipally-owned parking lots.
(10) Other specific public structures or lands determined by the Park Board or Board of Public Works and Safety to be unsuitable for extreme sports activities.
(11) Any other area located at a city park or on public property marked with a sign advising the public that extreme sports activities are not permitted or are prohibited.
(C) Signage. All areas where extreme sports are prohibited must be marked with signage advising the public that such activity is not permitted or is prohibited.
(D) Removal from park area. Violators of this section shall be asked to immediately cease and desist from such activity in the designated areas. If the violator refuses to stop the activity or engages in repeated violations, he or she shall be removed from the areas by law enforcement officers or other properly identified city officials and shall thereafter be considered trespassers. Such violations shall be subject to criminal prosecution for trespass.
(Ord. 3629, passed 8-15-11)