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Subd. D. When operated between the hours of one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise or at times of reduced visibility, at least one clear lamp attached to the front, with sufficient intensity to reveal persons and vehicles at a distance of at least 100 feet ahead during the hours of darkness under normal atmospheric conditions. Such head lamp shall be so aimed that glaring rays are not projected into the eyes of an oncoming snowmobile operator. It shall also be equipped with at least one red tail lamp having a minimum candlepower of sufficient intensity to exhibit a red light plainly visible from a distance of 500 feet to the rear during hours of darkness under normal atmos- pheric conditions. Subd. E. Reflective material at least 16 square inches on each side, forward of the handlebars, so as to reflect light at a ninety degree angle. Section 9. Every person leaving a snowmobile on a public place shall lock the ignition, remove the key and take the same with him. Section 10. Notwithstanding any prohibitions in this ordinance, a snowmobile may be operated on a public thoroughfare in an emergency during the period of time when, and at locations where, snow upon the roadway renders travel by automobile impractical. Section 11. It is unlawful to intentionally drive, chase, run over or kill any animal with a snowmobile. Section 12. Every person convicted of a violation of any of the provisions of this ordinance shall be punished by a fine of not more than three hundred dollars ($300) or by imprisonment for a period of not more than ninety (90) days, -or both, but in either case the costs of prosecution may be added. Section 13. EFFECT. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage and publication according to law. Passed by the Council this 18th day of December, 1972. ri Published in the White Bear Press on the � day of 191111,