Borough of Catasauqua, PA Article V Skate Parks

[Adopted 1-5-2015 by Ord. No. 1310]

§ 195-17 Skate park rules.

The following rules and regulations shall take effect immediately:

A. Skating is restricted to the skating area.

B. All skaters must wear personal protective equipment and appropriate footwear.

C. All protective gear and equipment must be designed for skateboard/in-line skating and be in good condition.

D. All skaters agree to act in an orderly, safe, and considerate manner while on the premises and in the skating area.

E. The Borough reserves the right to request reckless or dangerous skaters to leave the skating area and the premises immediately.

F. Only one skateboarder is permitted on a board at a time.

G. No bicycles are allowed on skate park.

H. No alcohol, tobacco products or drugs are permitted.

I. No food or drink in the skating area.

J. No children younger than 10 years of age will be allowed in the skating area without adult supervision.

K. No children younger than six will be allowed in the skating area.

L. All equipment is used at your own risk.

§ 195-18 Violations and penalties.

[Amended 7-18-2016 by Ord. No. 1334]

A. The Mayor and Police Department, the Code Enforcement Officers of the Borough, the Public Works Department Park and Playground Operator, and any other authorized law enforcement officer are empowered to enforce this article.

B. Violation of these rules shall constitute an offense. Offenders shall be subject to a civil penalty not exceeding $600 per violation, as well as total costs and damages to all property and facilities. Each day the violation continues shall be a separate violation. Any persons found guilty of violating this article shall be assessed court costs and reasonable attorney fees incurred by the Borough in the enforcement proceedings.