14.01 General Provisions
14.02 Adoption Of State Codes
14.03 Traffic-Control Devices
14.04 Accidents
14.05 Speed Restrictions
14.06 Stopping, Standing And Parking
14.07 Miscellaneous Rules
14.08 Truck Routes

14.01.010 Title
14.01.020 Definitions
14.01.030 Rules Of Construction
14.01.040 Police Chief To Administer
14.01.050 Applicability Generally
14.01.060 Applicability To School Property
14.01.070 Penalties
14.01.080 Fine/Bail Schedule

This Title shall be known and may be cited as the "Centerville City Traffic Code."

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
The terms and definitions set forth in Utah Code §§ 41-1a-102 and 41-6a-102 are hereby adopted by reference to the extent such terms are used herein. Any reference to the term road, street, or highway shall have the same meaning as the term “highway” which shall mean the entire width between property lines of every way or place of any nature when any part of it is open to the use of the public as a matter of right for vehicular travel. 

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
The provisions of this Title and the Utah Code provisions adopted herein shall be construed in a manner to ensure enforcement consistent and in accordance with the traffic laws of the State of Utah. Pursuant to Utah Code § 41-6a-207, the City is prohibited from enacting or enforcing any rule or ordinance in conflict with the provisions of Title 41, Chapter 6a, but may adopt ordinances consistent with Title 41, Chapter 6a, and additional traffic ordinances not in conflict with such Chapter. 

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
The Chief of Police is vested with the powers necessary to administer the provisions of this Title and all laws relating to the operation of vehicles on the highways within the jurisdiction of the City.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
Pursuant to the authority vested in municipalities under Utah Code § 10-8-30, and to the extent permitted by law, this Title shall be applicable to all pedestrian and vehicular traffic and parking on any public roads, streets and highways within the jurisdiction of Centerville City; provided, the operator of an authorized emergency vehicle and persons operating equipment while actually engaged in work on the surface of a highway may exercise the privileges granted under Utah Code § 41-6a-212. The provisions of this Title shall be enforceable by any law enforcement officer having jurisdiction over such roads, streets and highways.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
Pursuant to Utah Code § 53A-3-504, as amended, and to the extent requested by the responsible board of education, this Title is hereby made applicable to vehicular traffic and parking on all public school property within Centerville City. All law enforcement officers having jurisdiction within the City are hereby vested with the authority to interpret and enforce this Title to vehicular traffic and parking on all public school property within Centerville City. This Title shall be interpreted, construed and applied insofar as practicable to traffic and parking situations arising upon school property to the same extent as though such school property were a public street, road, or highway, and for the purposes of this Title, such school property is declared to be and shall be considered a public street, road, or highway. 

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
Unless otherwise provided herein or in the State Codes adopted herein by reference, any violation of this Title shall be a Class C misdemeanor. Pursuant to Utah Code § 41-6a-202, unless otherwise provided, a violation of the provisions of Parts 2 (Obedience to Traffic Laws), 11 (Bicycles), 17 (Miscellaneous Rules), and 18 (Seatbelts) of the Utah Traffic Code, as adopted herein by reference, shall be an infraction. This Section shall not limit the authority of any other relief as may be appropriate and lawful under the laws of the State of Utah.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
Fines and bail for violations of this Title and all criminal and traffic offenses set forth herein may be assessed in accordance with the Uniform Fine/Bail Schedule as adopted and amended by the Utah Judicial Council and the Centerville City Fine/Bail Schedule for Local Ordinances as adopted and amended by the Centerville City Council. This Section does not limit the applicable court from, in its discretion, imposing no fine, or a fine in any amount up to and including the maximum fine, for the offense. 

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
14.02.010 Adoption Of State Motor Vehicle And Traffic Codes
14.02.020 Adoption Of State Transportation Code
14.02.030 Adoption Of State Uniform Driver License Act

The following Chapters of Title 41 of the Utah Code, known as the “Motor Vehicles Code,” are hereby adopted by this reference as if fully set forth herein, provided however, that those provisions which are exclusive to the State of Utah or which are not enforceable by Centerville City under the laws of the State of Utah, are excluded:

Chapter 1a (Motor Vehicle Act) 
Chapter 6a (Traffic Code)
Chapter 8 (Driving by Minors) 
Chapter 12a (Financial Responsibility of Motor Vehicle Owners and Operators Act) 
Chapter 21 (Vintage Vehicles) 
Chapter 22 (Off-Highway Vehicles)

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
Title 72 of the Utah Code, known as the “Transportation Code,” is hereby adopted by this reference as if fully set forth herein, provided however, that those provisions which are exclusive to the State of Utah or which are not enforceable by Centerville City under the laws of the State of Utah, are excluded.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
Title 53, Chapter 3, of the Utah Code, known as the "Uniform Driver License Act," is hereby adopted by this reference as if fully set forth herein, provided however, that those provisions which are exclusive to the State of Utah or which are not enforceable by Centerville City under the laws of the State of Utah, are excluded.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
14.03.010 Traffic-Control Devices
14.03.020 Failure To Obey

The City shall place and maintain official traffic-control devices upon highways under its jurisdiction as necessary to regulate, warn, and guide traffic and parking within the City and to carry out the provisions of this Title. All traffic-control devices erected under this Section shall conform to and be maintained in conformance with the standards and specifications adopted by the Department of Transportation pursuant to Utah Code § 41-6a-301.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It shall be unlawful for any person to fail to obey any lawfully erected traffic-control device provided herein, unless otherwise directed to do so by a police officer or other law enforcement or public safety official.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
14.04.010 Accident Responsibilities
14.04.020 Written Report Required

The operator of a vehicle involved in an accident that occurs within Centerville City shall comply with the accident responsibilities and reporting requirements set forth in Utah Code §§ 41-6a-401, et seq., regarding accident responsibilities. 

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
Pursuant to authority granted to the City under Utah Code § 41-6a-402, the operator or owner of a vehicle involved in any accident occurring within Centerville City shall fill out the required accident forms provided by the City and shall provide additional information regarding the accident upon the request of the Police Department or any investigating officer. 

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
14.05.010 Prima Facie Speed Limit
14.05.020 Posted Limits
14.05.030 Safe And Appropriate Speed

Except as otherwise provided in CMC 14.05.030 or applicable State law, the prima facie speed for all highways under the jurisdiction of Centerville City shall be as follows:

  1. 20 miles per hour in a reduced speed school zone as defined in Utah Code § 41-6a-303;
  2. 25 miles per hour in a residential district; and 
  3. 30 miles per hour in a business district.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
The City may declare and post alternative speed limits for highways under the jurisdiction of Centerville City when it is determined after an engineering and traffic study that the reasonable and safe speed limit may be as posted. Any speed limit altered under this Section must be established in accordance with the provisions of Utah Code § 41-6a-603, and shall be effective when appropriate signs giving notice are erected upon the affected highway.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
Pursuant to Utah Code § 41-6a-601, a person may not operate a vehicle at a speed greater than is reasonable and prudent under the existing conditions, giving regard to the actual and potential hazards then existing, including when approaching and crossing an intersection or railroad grade crossing, approaching and going around a curve, approaching a hill crest, traveling upon any narrow or winding roadway, and approaching other hazards that exist due to pedestrians, other traffic, weather, or highway conditions. 

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
14.06.010 Winter Parking Restrictions
14.06.020 Authorization For Winter Parking
14.06.030 Parking For Certain Purposes
14.06.040 Storing And Parking Restrictions
14.06.050 Explosive Materials
14.06.060 Hazardous Parking
14.06.070 Parking In Narrow Roadway
14.06.080 Owner's Responsibility For Parking Violation
14.06.090 Parking Unregistered Vehicles
14.06.100 Parking In Fire Lanes

No person shall park a vehicle or dumpster, storage unit, equipment, or other obstruction on any street or in the public right-of-way within the jurisdiction of Centerville City during the period from December 1st through March 31st, between the hours of 12:00 midnight and 6:00 a.m., except physicians during emergency calls, emergency vehicles, or law enforcement vehicles exempted under CMC 14.01.050, or other authorized vehicles in accordance with CMC 14.06.020. See also, CMC 11.01.085 (Dumpsters and Equipment) prohibiting dumpsters and other obstructions within the public right-of-way.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
Amended by Ord. 2023-07 on 4/4/2023

Any resident of Centerville City may apply to the City for authorization for all-night parking during winter parking restriction periods as set forth in CMC 14.06.010 when such parking is required by emergency or other unusual circumstances. The Chief of Police, upon good cause showing, may authorize such all-night parking during winter parking restriction periods for a period not to exceed 72 hours. The Chief of Police shall determine the necessity and requirement for the authorized all-night parking during winter parking restriction periods.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
Amended by Ord. 2023-07 on 4/4/2023

No person shall park a vehicle upon any highway within the jurisdiction of Centerville City for the principal purpose of:

  1. Greasing or repairing such vehicle other than repairs necessitated by an emergency; or
  2. Displaying for sale or selling any foodstuffs or merchandise.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
  1. Except as otherwise provided herein, no person shall park a motor vehicle or similar conveyance upon any highway within the jurisdiction of Centerville City for more than a continuous 48 hour period. 
  2. Except as otherwise provided herein, no person shall park a hauling trailer, boat, bus, camping vehicle, truck with gross weight in excess of 10,000 pounds, or any other similar conveyance upon any highway within the jurisdiction of Centerville City for more than a continuous 24 hour period. 
  3. Except as otherwise provided herein, no person shall park any vehicle having a total gross weight, loaded or unloaded, in excess of 18,000 pounds, or having a total length in excess of 40 feet, within any residential zone or along any collector or arterial street within the jurisdiction of the City as designated on the City General Plan or Zoning Map, except while actually loading or unloading cargo on or in said vehicle. 
  4. In determining the total gross weight or total length set forth herein, the length shall be measured from the most forward point of the vehicle or its load, and the length or weight of a trailer connected or attached to or in tandem with the motor vehicle shall be included. Restricted vehicles, as more particularly defined in CMC 14.08.020, shall also be subject to the Truck Route provisions set forth in CMC 14.08 (Truck Routes).

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
No person shall park any vehicle carrying more than 100 gallons of flammable liquid or more than 5 pounds of dynamite or other explosive of comparable blasting power, or more than 50 gallons or 50 pounds of highly corrosive freight, within a residential zone or along a collector street within the jurisdiction of the City as designated on the City General Plan or Zoning Map, except while actually loading or unloading cargo on or in said vehicle. 

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
No persons shall stop, stand or park a vehicle at any hazardous or congested place within the jurisdiction of Centerville City as properly designated by the City with official signs or markings. In no event shall any person stop or park a vehicle in such a manner as to interfere with the free flow of traffic along the street upon which it is parked.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
No person shall park a vehicle in an alley or roadway within the jurisdiction of Centerville City in such a manner as to leave less than 20 feet of the width of the roadway available for the free movement of vehicular traffic, or to block the driveway entrance of any abutting property.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
Whenever any vehicle shall have been parked in violation of any ordinance prohibiting or restricting parking, the person in whose name such vehicle is registered shall be prima facie responsible for such violation and subject to the penalty therefor. 

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It is unlawful to park, or for an owner to knowingly permit to be parked, upon any street or upon public property, a vehicle which is not currently registered in accordance with State law. 

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
  1. Except as otherwise provided herein, no person shall stop, stand, or park a vehicle in a designated fire lane on public or private property within the jurisdiction of Centerville City.  This Section shall not apply to authorized emergency vehicles, including ambulance, paramedic, fire and law enforcement, while in performance of official duties.  
  2. All fire lanes shall be properly marked with approved signage or markings in accordance with applicable provisions of the Fire Code to identify such restricted fire lanes and signage or markings specifically indicating that stopping, standing or parking is restricted within the fire lanes.  For fire lanes on private property, the property owner shall be responsible for providing and maintaining appropriate signage and markings for the fire lanes.  All signage and markings shall be maintained in a clean and legible condition at all times and shall be replaced or repaired when necessary to provide adequate visibility and notice of restricted fire lanes and prohibited stopping, standing, or parking.
  3. Any violation of this Section shall be an infraction and shall be subject to the fines and penalties set forth in the Centerville City Fine/Bail Schedule.  

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-08 on 4/4/2017
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
14.07.010 Driving Within Bicycle Lanes
14.07.020 Driving Over "wet" Traffic Markings
14.07.030 Driving On New Pavement
14.07.040 Avoiding Intersection Or Highway
14.07.050 Duty To Keep Proper Lookout
14.07.060 Interference With Control
14.07.070 Seating
14.07.080 Standing On Seat
14.07.090 Hanging On Outside Of Moving Vehicle
14.07.100 Attaching Sled Or Other Conveyance
14.07.110 Tampering With Vehicle
14.07.120 Excessive Acceleration
14.07.130 Safe Operation
14.07.140 Negligent Collision
14.07.150 Driving While Impaired
14.07.160 Funeral Processions
14.07.170 Parades, Processions And Races
14.07.180 Discharge Of Debris
14.07.190 Securing Loads
14.07.200 Obstruction Of Traffic
14.07.210 Rollerskating And Skateboard Restrictions
14.07.220 Livestock On Streets
14.07.230 Trail Regulations
14.07.240 Golf Carts

It shall be unlawful for the driver of any vehicle to use a marked bicycle lane as a turning lane, or to drive within, through, park or stop within a marked bicycle lane except to briefly cross said lane to turn into an intersection, street, alley, driveway or other parking area. Any vehicle so turning must yield the right-of-way to all bicycles within the lane which are close enough to constitute an immediate hazard. 

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It shall be unlawful for any person to drive any vehicle over, on or across any painted traffic markings which are indicated as being “Wet.”

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
No person shall drive any vehicle over or across any newly made pavement in any public street when there is a person, sign, or barrier warning persons not to drive over or across such pavement or that the street is closed.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It shall be unlawful for the driver of any vehicle to avoid designated intersections or highways, or the traffic regulations set forth herein, by cutting through any service station lot, parking lot, or other public or private lot.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It shall be unlawful for any person to drive any vehicle without keeping a reasonable and proper lookout for other traffic, objects, and persons.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It shall be unlawful for any person to engage in any activity that interferes with the safe control and operation of any vehicle while the vehicle is in motion. 

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It shall be unlawful for the driver of any vehicle to have in his or her lap any other person, adult or child, or animal, or for the driver to be seated in the lap of any other person while the vehicle is in motion.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It shall be unlawful for any person to operate any vehicle while any person, adult or child, is standing on a seat within the vehicle.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It shall be unlawful for any person to climb, swing, or otherwise hold onto the outside of any moving vehicle.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It shall be unlawful for any person to knowingly drive or operate a vehicle upon any street within the jurisdiction of Centerville City while any person riding a bicycle, moped, coaster, skateboard, roller skates, sled, or similar conveyance is attached or connected to the vehicle. 

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It shall be unlawful for any person to damage, tamper, or interfere with another person's vehicle without the authority of the owner or the person lawfully in charge of the vehicle. Such acts include, but are not limited to, climbing upon or into the vehicle, sounding the horn or any other signaling device, manipulating any of the levers, starter, brakes or machinery thereof, or setting the vehicle in motion. 

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It shall be unlawful for any person to race the motor of any vehicle unnecessarily in such a manner that the vehicle is so rapidly accelerated that the vehicle emits a loud noise unusual to its operation or whereby the tires of such vehicle squeal or leave tire marks on the pavement or other surface.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
No person shall drive a vehicle in such a manner as to endanger life or property by failing to keep his or her vehicle under safe and proper control.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It shall be unlawful for any person to operate a vehicle with such lack of due care and in such negligent manner as to cause the same to collide with any vehicle, person or object.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It shall be unlawful for any person to operate a vehicle while his or her ability or alertness is so impaired through fatigue, illness or any other cause as to make it unsafe for him or her to drive such vehicle. This Section shall not be interpreted to include circumstances amounting to driving under the influence or reckless driving pursuant to Utah Code §§ 41-6a-501, et seq., regarding driving under the influence and reckless driving. 

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
All persons driving a motor vehicle in a funeral procession shall comply with and observe the traffic rules and regulations set forth in this Title, unless otherwise authorized by permit obtained from the Chief of Police in accordance with CMC 14.07.170.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
  1. Permit Required. Any persons desiring to engage in a procession, parade, or race shall obtain a permit from the Chief of Police before occupying, marching, racing, or proceeding along any street within the jurisdiction of Centerville City. 
  2. Permit Request. All requests for permits shall be made in writing at least 14 days prior to the actual time of the procession, parade, or race and shall state the time, place of formation, proposed line of march, procession or race, destination, and such other information as the Chief of Police may require. 
  3. Time, Place and Manner. The Chief of Police may alter the time, place and manner of the parade, procession, or race as deemed necessary to promote the health, safety, welfare and convenience of the public.  The Chief of Police may also add conditions of approval, such as insurance requirements, indemnification agreement, and other conditions deemed necessary to promote and protect the public health, safety and welfare.
  4. Supervision. The person or persons obtaining a permit, together with the sponsoring organizations, shall provide at their own expense, police supervision for such parades or processions when the Chief of Police determines that such supervision is necessary to promote the health, safety and welfare of the public. 
  5. Appeal. Any final determination by the Chief of Police made hereunder may be appealed in writing within 10 days from the date of the determination to the City Manager.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It shall be unlawful for any person to operate or load, or cause to be operated or loaded, a vehicle upon any public highway within the jurisdiction of Centerville City from which any kind of sand, gravel, rocks, materials, or debris fall, discharge, or otherwise escape therefrom. This Section shall not apply to official street maintenance crews or to other persons who have obtained a proper permit from the Chief of Police.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It shall be unlawful for any person to operate or load, or cause to be operated or loaded, any vehicle upon any public highway within the jurisdiction of Centerville City in which the contact points of the material being hauled are less than six inches from the top of the bed, unless the vehicle is sufficiently covered or tied down so as to prevent such materials from littering, spilling or otherwise escaping therefrom. This Section shall not apply to official street maintenance crews or to other persons who have obtained a proper permit from the Chief of Police.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It shall be unlawful for any person to remain standing, lying or sitting on any street or highway within the City or to otherwise obstruct or prevent the free passage and use of vehicular or pedestrian traffic on the streets, sidewalks and crosswalks within the City. In accordance with this provision, it shall be unlawful for any person to erect or place a basketball standard or other recreational item in the street or within a park strip or public right-of-way such that the street is used as a playing area or field. Such use of the street is declared to be unsafe and dangerous to the public health and safety.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It shall be unlawful for any person upon rollerskates, rollerblades, skateboards, or riding in or by means of any coaster, sled, toy-wagon, scooter, or similar device, to obstruct or restrict vehicular traffic upon any roadway within Centerville City or to otherwise use such devices in a dangerous or unsafe manner.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
It shall be unlawful for any person to drive livestock upon any streets within the jurisdiction of Centerville City not designated for such purpose, except as otherwise provided by permit obtained from the Chief of Police.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
  1. Trails. Centerville City has a number of designated and publicly dedicated motorized and non-motorized trails within the City and in the foothills, including, but not limited to, the Bonneville Shoreline Trail, as designated on the Centerville City Trail System Map, hereinafter referred to as “Trails” or “Trail System.”
  2. Motorized Vehicles. It shall be unlawful for any person to drive any motorized vehicle on a Trail within the Trail System designated and marked as a non-motorized Trail or to otherwise deviate from or to go off a Trail designated for motorized vehicle use. This Subsection shall not apply to emergency or law enforcement vehicles and personnel in the lawful pursuit of their duties.
  3. Signs. It shall be unlawful for any person to remove, cover, deface, or harm in any way, signs regulating or guiding traffic on a Trail within the Trail System.
  4. Right of Way. All motorized vehicles shall yield to non-motorized traffic at any intersection of a non-motorized Trail and a motorized Trail. 

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
  1. Definitions. For purposes of this Section, the following words shall have the meaning set forth herein. In the event of conflict between the definitions set forth herein and any applicable State law, including, but not limited to Utah Code §§ 41-6a-102 and 41-6a-1510, the State law definition shall govern.
    1. “Golf Cart” means a device that: (1) is designed for transportation by players on a golf course; (2) has not less than four wheels in contact with the ground; (3) has an unladen weight of less than 1,800 pounds; (4) is designed to operate at low speeds; and (5) is designed to carry not more than six persons including the driver.
    2. “Golf Cart” does not include: (1) a low-speed vehicle or an off-highway vehicle; (2) motorized wheelchair; (3) an electric personal assistive mobility device; (4) an electric assisted bicycle; (5) a motor assisted scooter; (6) a personal delivery device; or (7) a mobile carrier, as such terms are defined by State law.
  2. Golf Carts Allowed with Limitations. Subject to the parameters and limitations set forth herein and under State law, including, but not limited to Utah Code § 41-6a-1510, a person may operate a golf cart on specified highways under the jurisdiction of the City. A person may not operate a golf cart on a highway under the jurisdiction of the City that is not expressly authorized herein or in a manner that violates any of the parameters and limitations set forth herein or applicable provision of State law.
  3. Parameters and Limitations for Golf Carts. The following parameters and limitations shall apply to the operation of a golf cart on specified highways under the jurisdiction of the City.
    1. Highways. Golf carts may not be operated on or alongside any highway within the jurisdiction of the City with a designated speed limit greater than 25 mph or with a grade greater than 8%. Golf carts are not authorized on any State, County, or Federal street, road, or highway, unless otherwise provided by State or Federal law.
    2. Sidewalks. Golf carts may not be operated on any sidewalk.
    3. Age Limit. Only persons 14 years of age or older may operate a golf cart on specified highways under the jurisdiction of the City.
    4. Hours of Operation. Golf carts may only be operated on specified highways under the jurisdiction of the City during daylight hours.
    5. Passengers. The operator of a golf cart on specified highways under the jurisdiction of the City shall not allow the number of people in the golf cart at any one time to exceed the maximum capacity specified by the manufacturer. The operator shall not allow passengers to ride on any part of a golf cart not designed to carry passengers, such as the part of the golf cart designed to carry golf bags.
    6. Safety Equipment. Golf carts operated on specified highways under the jurisdiction of the City shall have basic safety equipment, including a vehicle identification or serial number, rear view mirror, and plainly visible rear reflectors.
    7. Liability. Any person operating a golf cart on specified highways under the jurisdiction of the City shall be responsible for all liability associated with the operation of the golf cart.
    8. Compliance with Traffic Laws. Any person operating a golf cart on specified highways under the jurisdiction of the City shall comply with all applicable State and local traffic laws applicable to the operator of any other vehicle. As provided in Utah Code § 41-6a-1510, the operation of a golf cart on specified highways under the jurisdiction of the City shall comply with the same requirements as a bicycle for traffic rules under the Utah Traffic Code, as set forth in Utah Code §§ 41-6a-101, et seq.
  4. Disclaimer. Golf carts are not generally designed or manufactured to be used on public streets or highways. The City in no way advocates or endorses the operation of golf carts on specified highways under the jurisdiction of the City. The provisions set forth herein are not to be relied on as a determination that operation of golf carts on roads is safe or advisable. Any person who operates a golf cart on specified highways under the jurisdiction of the City does so at their own risk and peril and must be observant of and attentive to the safety of themselves and others, including their passengers, other motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians.
  5. Penalties. Any violation of this Section shall be subject to penalties and fines as set forth in CMC §§ 14.01.070 and 14.01.080.
HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2021-17 on 9/7/2021
14.08.010 Findings And Purpose
14.08.020 Definitions
14.08.030 Restrictions
14.08.040 Truck Route Designation
14.08.050 Special Permit
14.08.060 Signs
14.08.070 Violations

The City Council finds and declares that the travel of Restricted Vehicles on streets other than those identified as Truck Routes herein, in certain climatic conditions, results in abnormal and accelerated deterioration of public streets. Such travel also presents a hazard to public health and safety. The purpose of this Ordinance is to promote the safe and normal movement of traffic within the City and to prevent undue burden and damage to streets and highways within the City through the establishment of designated “Truck Routes”.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017

As used herein, the following words shall have the meanings set forth below:

  1. “Restricted Vehicle” shall mean all vehicles, combination of vehicles or combinations of vehicles and load having a length of more than 45 feet or a width of more than 8½ feet or a height of more than 14 feet and all vehicles registered for 36,000 pounds or more gross weight.
  2. “Truck Routes” shall mean those streets and highways within the corporate limits of the City designated in CMC 14.08.040 which are open to Restricted Vehicle traffic.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
  1. Limited to Truck Routes. No Restricted Vehicle shall move upon any street within the jurisdiction of Centerville City which is not designated as a Truck Route, except as otherwise provided herein.
  2. Necessary Deviations. Restricted Vehicles may use other streets and highways within the City only when such use is sporadic and occasional and is necessary to access a destination point within the City which is not situated along a designated Truck Route or to access the designated Truck Routes when leaving from a place originating within the City which is not situated along a designated Truck Route. Any deviation from the designated Truck Routes as permitted herein shall be accomplished by the most reasonable and direct route available.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017

The following streets and parts of streets lying within the corporate boundaries of Centerville City are hereby designated as permissible “Truck Routes” within the City, as further delineated on the map attached hereto:

  1. Main Street from south City boundary to the north City boundary;
  2. Frontage Road from south City boundary to the north City boundary;
  3. 1250 West from the south City boundary to the north City boundary; 
  4. 400 West from 300 South to Parrish Lane;
  5. Parrish Lane from the west City boundary to Main Street; and 
  6. Any and all federal, state, or county roads or highways designated as such pursuant to Title 72 of the Utah Code not otherwise described herein. 

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
  1. Special Permit. Persons may file with the City an application for a “Special Truck Routing Permit” authorizing the applicant to operate or move a Restricted Vehicle upon City streets not otherwise permitted herein. Unless otherwise provided, any permit issued hereunder shall be in addition to any and all other licenses or permits required by law.
  2. Application. Applications for Special Truck Routing Permits shall be made in writing to the City Police Department on a form provided by the City, which form shall require the following information:
    1. Name and address of applicant;
    2. Activity or purposes for which the permit is desired;
    3. Description of the truck(s) to be operated or moved pursuant to the permit;
    4. Specification of the roads or streets to be used; and
    5. Specification of the time frame and number of trips to be covered by the permit.
  3. Fees. Each application for special permit filed hereunder shall be accompanied by the required permit fees as set forth in the City Fee Schedule. No permit shall be issued until the proper fees have been paid to the City. Unless otherwise provided, the fees required herein shall be in addition to any and all other license or permit fees imposed by any other law.
  4. Issuance. The City Police Chief shall review all applications filed hereunder and may issue or deny a permit based upon consideration for the safety of the traveling public and protection of the foundation, surfaces, and structures of City streets. Issuance of the permit may be conditioned upon certain terms including, but not limited to the following:
    1. Limiting the number of trips the vehicle may take;
    2. Establishing seasonal or other time limits within which the vehicle may operate or move on the street;
    3. Requiring bonds or other forms of security to assure payment to the City or other damaged parties for any damage or expense caused by such vehicle use; and
    4. Requiring an indemnification agreement holding the City harmless from any damage or expense incurred as a result of such vehicle use.
  5. Denial. If the proper fees have not been paid, or the Police Chief determines that the application does not conform with applicable law or it is not in the public’s best interest to issue the permit, the Police Chief shall deny the permit and notify the applicant in writing of such denial. The notice shall state the reasons for denial and inform the applicant that he or she may file a written appeal of such denial pursuant to Subsection (k).
  6. Term. Any permit issued hereunder shall specifically state the term and purpose for which it was issued, not to exceed one year.
  7. Limitation. Except as provided herein, each permit issued hereunder shall be valid only for the person to whom it is issued and only for the purpose for which is it issued.
  8. Records. The Police Department shall keep a record of all permits issued, including the name of the person to whom the permit was issued, the type of permit issued, and the fees collected.
  9. Display. Any permit issued hereunder shall be carried in the truck to which it refers and shall be available for inspection by any peace officer or authorized law enforcement agent.
  10. Revocation. Any permit issued hereunder may be revoked or suspended by the Police Chief due to the permit holder’s failure to comply with the provisions hereof or other applicable law. Prior to revocation of any permit, proper notice and an opportunity to be heard shall be provided to the permit holder.
  11. Appeal. Any determination made by the Police Chief relative to the issuance, denial or revocation of a permit hereunder may be appealed to the City Manager by filing within 10 days from the date of said determination, a written notice of appeal setting forth the grounds for the appeal and any other pertinent information. Such notice of appeal shall be filed by delivering an original and three copies to the City Manager during regular business hours. Upon receipt of the appeal, the City Manager shall thoroughly and objectively investigate the matter and promptly issue a written decision stating the reasons for the decision and informing the appellant of any right to judicial review provided by law.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
The City shall install and maintain appropriate truck routing signs, signals and markings upon the streets and highways under its jurisdiction as necessary to regulate and guide traffic in accordance with the provisions of this Ordinance. All signs, signals and markings installed by the City shall conform to and be maintained in conformance with the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices as adopted by the State Transportation Commission pursuant to Utah Code § 41-6a-301.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017
  1. Penalty. Except as otherwise provided by law, any person found in violation of this Chapter shall be guilty of a class B misdemeanor and subject to imprisonment and/or fines as set forth in Utah Code §§ 76-3-204 and 76-3-301.
  2. Damages. In addition to any criminal penalties provided for herein, any person who operates or moves any vehicle within the City in violation of this Title or who by any means willfully or negligently injures or damages any City street, equipment, or sign, shall be liable for the damages resulting therefrom.

HISTORY
Adopted by Ord. 2017-03 on 4/4/2017