(A) Definitions. For the purpose of this section, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
MOTORBOAT. Any vessel fitted with or propelled by machinery, whether or not such machinery is the principal source of propulsion.
OPERATE. To navigate or otherwise use a vessel.
VESSEL. Every description of watercraft used or capable of being used as a means of transportation on water.
(B) Operation of motorboats prohibited.
(1) No person shall operate a motorboat on Mitchell Pond in the town.
(2) No person shall operate a motorboat on Horse Pond in the town.
(C) Exemptions. This section shall not apply to vessels and motorboats owned by the Department of Environmental Protection or be enforceable against any employee of said Department while he is engaged in the enforcement of laws and regulations and the performance of other official duties.
(D) Approval and effective date of section. Pursuant to Conn. Gen. Stat. § 15-136, upon adoption of this section, it shall be submitted to the Commissioner of Environmental Protection and, if not disapproved by him or her within 60 days thereafter, shall take effect on April 1, 1974.
(Ord. passed 8-29-1973) Penalty, see § 93.99