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807.03: OPERATION OF SNOWMOBILES WITHIN THE CORPORATE CITY LIMITS: Subdivision 1. Operation of snowmobiles within the corporate limits of the City of Lino Lakes is permissible only if in conformance with State law and City ordinances. It is unlawful for any person to operate a snowmobile within the corporate limits of the City of Lino Lakes in violation of the following provisions: 1. Anywhere within any public right-of-way except on the roadway surface or as otherwise provided in this chapter. 2. On a public sidewalk or walkway provided or used for pedestrian travel. 3. On private property of another without lawful authority or consent of the owner or occupant. 4. On any publicly owned lands and frozen waters (lakes, rivers, streams and ponds), not previously listed or authorized for such use by the proper public authority, including, but not limited to, school grounds, park property, playgrounds, recreation areas and golf courses. Use in those areas previously listed or authorized for such use by the proper public authority shall be lawful, and snowmobiles may be driven in and out of such areas only by the shortest route possible. Authorized areas in the City of Lino Lakes owned by the City shall be designated by City Council resolution. 5. At any place while under the influence of an alcoholic beverage or controlled substance. 6. At any speed in excess of fifteen (15) miles per hour on a public street or highway, or anywhere at a rate of speed greater than reasonable or proper under all the surrounding circumstances. 7. At any place in a careless, reckless, or negligent manner, so as to endanger the person or property of another, or to cause injury or damage thereto. 8. So as to tow any person or thing on a public street or highway, except through use of a rigid tow bar attached to the rear of the snowmobile. 9. At a speed greater than fifteen (15) miles per hour when within one hundred feet (100') of any riverbank or lakeshore; or within one hundred feet (100') of fishermen, icehouses, or skating rinks; nor shall operation be permitted within one hundred feet (100') of any sliding area; nor where the operation would conflict with the lawful use of property, or would endanger other persons or property. 10. In a manner so as to create loud, unnecessary, or unusual noise, which disturbs, annoys, or interferes with the peace and quiet of another.