Morrisville Code of Ordinances - publishing_20231101

ARTICLE V.

AUTHORIZED MODES OF TRANSPORTATION ON SIDEWALKS AND GREENWAYS

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State Law References: Operation of bicycles, G.S. 20-171.1 et seq.

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Sec. 58-121. Purpose.

The purpose of this ordinance is to protect the health, safety and well-being of the residents of and visitors to the Town of Morrisville by regulating the safe use of Town sidewalks and greenways. (Ord. No. 2007-030, 09.24.2007; Ord. No. 2023-6-0, 3-14-23)

Sec. 58 – 122. Definitions

(1) Access Points . Designated areas and passageways that allow the public to reach a trail from adjacent streets or community facilities.

(2) Access Trail. Any trail that connects the main trail to a town road, or another trail system.

(3) Accessible. A term used to describe a site, building, facility, or trail that complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) and can be approached, entered, and used by people with disabilities. (4) Accessible Route . A continuous, unobstructed path connecting all accessible elements and spaces of a facility or building that meets the requirements of ADAAG. (5) At-Grade Crossing. A trail crossing and a roadway on the same elevation. Ideally, a safe at-grade crossing has either light automobile traffic or a traffic signal that can be activated by trail users.

(6) Authorized Vehicle. Any of the following vehicles which also meets the general provisions of this ordinance.

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Human-Powered

Bicycle. A vehicle with two or more wheels designed to transport, by the act of pedaling, one or more persons seated on the one or more saddle seats on its frame or on trailer. This includes an

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