In general, golf carts and snowmobiles are not allowed to be operated on city streets unless authorized in writing by the Chief of Police or as otherwise set forth elsewhere in this chapter. In addition, all persons operating an ATV, UTV, golf cart, or snowmobile shall adhere to all city, county and state regulations relating to the use of such vehicles—including but not limited to the provisions of Iowa Code Chapter 321G, the Newton Code of Ordinances, and/or rules established by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources governing registration, numbering, equipment, and manner of operation. In addition, the following provisions shall apply:
(A) Every such vehicle operated upon city streets or highways shall be registered annually and be required to pay all registration fees.
(B) The operator shall be required to provide, upon request by any law enforcement official, proof of ownership including but not limited to bill of sale or registration. This requirement shall be satisfied if said vehicle is in compliance with the registration requirements of any state within the United States of America.
(C) A person shall not drive or operate an off-road -utility vehicle at a rate of speed greater than the posted speed limit or 35 miles per hour, whichever is less.
(Ord. 2420, passed 11-8-2022) Penalty, see § 75.99