Beaumont Municipal Code Ch. 10.38 Skateboarding and Roller-Skating

For purposes of this Ordinance only, the following definition shall apply:

A. "Roller skates" shall mean and include any footwear or device which may be attached to the foot or footwear to which wheels are attached and such wheels may be used by the wearer in moving, including in-line skates known as "roller blades". The definition of these terms shall include a single roller skate, or parts thereof, used by the wearer in moving.

B. "Skateboard" or "skateboards" shall mean and include any board of any material which has wheels attached to it where such wheels may be used for movement or propulsion.

C. "Official sign" shall mean and include a sign which meets the specifications set by the Beaumont Police Department and which prohibits, authorizes or otherwise regulates the operation of roller skates and/or skateboards.

(Ord. 953, 9-1-09)

The City Council may, from time to time, designate by resolution certain areas for the use of roller skates and skateboards. Such areas shall be posted with official signs that shall contain, at a minimum, the following information:

A. That skateboarding and roller-skating is permitted in the designated area;

B. That such activities are permitted only on specified days of the week and hours during such days;

C. That all skaters and skateboarders shall wear a helmet, elbow pads and knee pads pursuant to California Health and Safety Code, Section 25906;

D. That no skateboarding or roller-skating shall be permitted between sunset and sunrise the following day unless the designated area is adequately lighted;

E. That no roller skater or skateboarder shall impair his or her hearing, vision or mental faculties by, for example, wearing headphones, mask or hood, or using drugs or alcohol;

F. That users do so at their own risk, and shall assume unconditional responsibility for the safety of themselves, other skaters and passersby;

G. That the designated area must be kept clean and that any debris or other material left by the users of the designated area will result in the revocation of the privilege to use the designated area for roller-skating and skateboarding purposes.

(Ord. 953, 9-1-09)

No person shall ride, propel, or in any manner operate a skateboard or roller skate on, along or over any privately owned property in the City where the owner, manager or other person in charge has prohibited the same.

The prohibition set forth in this Section shall not apply until notice has been provided by means of official signs placed in locations and in sufficient numbers so that they are reasonably likely to be seen by those engaging in the prohibited activities. For purposes of this Section, "private property" shall be deemed to include property owned by other public agencies within the City of Beaumont.

(Ord. 953, 9-1-09)

No person shall use a skateboard or roller skates within or on an area designated for such activities by the City Council in a manner which creates a nuisance. For purposes of this Section, "nuisance" is defined as an activity which:

A. Violates the rules and regulations set forth on official signs posted at the designated area; or

B. Creates an obstruction or presents a hazard to the free use of public or private property by pedestrians or motorists; or

C. Generates loud or unreasonable noise.

D. May not install or place any type ramp or rails in the public right-away or street.

(Ord. 953, 9-1-09)

The parent of any child, and/or guardian of any ward, shall not authorize or knowingly permit any such child or ward to violate any provisions of this Ordinance.

(Ord. 953, 9-1-09)

In the discretion of the Enforcement Officer, any person violating the provisions of this Chapter 10.38 shall be issued an administrative citation pursuant to Beaumont Municipal Code Sections 1.17.200 et seq., or shall be guilty of an infraction pursuant to Beaumont Municipal Code Section 1.16.010. In either case, the amount of the fine shall be in the appropriate amount set forth in Section 1.16.030 of this Code. Each such violation shall be deemed a separate offense as specified in Beaumont Municipal Code Section 1.16.040.

(Ord. 953, 9-1-09)