§ 37-1. Definitions.

As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:

ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE

Any self-propelled vehicle which is manufactured for sale for operation primarily on off-highway trails or off-highway competitions and only incidentally operated on public highways, provided that such vehicle does not exceed 60 inches in width or 800 pounds dry weight; provided, however, that this definition shall not include a snowmobile or other self-propelled vehicle manufactured for off-highway use which utilizes the endless belt tread.

MOTORIZED VEHICLES

Any self-propelled vehicle which is not an all-terrain vehicle and is not an automobile, truck, or agricultural equipment as these terms are defined in the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law, manufactured for sale for operation primarily on private property and only incidentally operated on public highways, including, but not limited to, minibikes, mopeds, go-peds, scooters, pocket scooters, motor-assisted bicycles and go-carts.

OPERATOR

The individual person operating the all-terrain vehicle or motorized vehicle, whether or not he or she is the owner of the all-terrain vehicle or motorized vehicle.

PUBLIC PROPERTY

All sidewalks, easements or other areas dedicated or commonly used by the public, as well as all lands in which title is vested in the Town of Brookhaven, other political subdivisions or agencies or public authorities thereof, located within the Town of Brookhaven, but not including public highways.

Amended 9-7-2004 by L.L. No. 23-2004, effective 9-13-2004