(a) For the purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
AMUSEMENT RIDE. Any mechanical device which carries or conveys passengers along, around or over a fixed or restricted route or course for the purpose of giving its passengers amusement, pleasure, thrills or excitement. The term AMUSEMENT RIDE does not include slides, playground equipment, coin-operated devices or conveyances which operate directly on the ground or on the surface or pavement directly on the ground or the operation of amusement devices of a permanent nature.
(b) No person may own, operate or lease an amusement ride in this city without first filing with the city’s licensing specialist a bond or certificate of liability insurance, in the amount of at least $1,000,000, indemnifying the public against damages sustained by reason of the operation of the ride. The bond or certificate of insurance shall be subject to approval by the city attorney. This section shall apply to all persons, whether or not a license is required by any other provision of this chapter.
(1992 Code, § 6-3) Penalty, see § 113.999