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Section 2. Subsection (1) of Section 4.990 of the Eugene Code, 1971, is amended by inserting the following penalty in numerical order therein: 4.990 Penalties - Specific. (1) Violation of the following sections is punishable by fine or confinement in jail, or both, up to the amounts indicated opposite each: Section Penalty 4.979 $500.00 fine Section 3. Section 5.010 of the Eugene Code, 1971 is amended by adding a definition of "Motorized transportation device" in alphabetical order therein, to provide: 5.010 Definitions. In addition to those definitions contained in ORS Chapters 801 to 825, and Chapter 153, the following words or phrases, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning shall mean: Motorized transportation device. Any vehicle that is not propelled exclusively by human power, including but not limited to, an electric assisted bicycle (when not being operated by human propulsion), an electric personal assistive mobility device, a moped, a motor assisted scooter, a motor vehicle, a motorcycle, a motorized skateboard, any similar vehicle that operates without human propulsion. Section 4. A new Section 5.160 is added to the Eugene Code, 1971, to provide: 5.160 Unlawful Use of Motorized Transportation Device. (1) No motorized transportation device may be operated on any city owned off-street bicycle or pedestrian path or trail, unless exempt. A motorized transportation device is exempt from this provision if it is used as a mobility aid by a person with a mobility impairment, used by a person with express permission from the City, or used by a City employee or agent in the course of City business. (2) No person shall operate a motorized transportation device in a manner causing excessive, unnecessary, or offensive noise which disturbs the peace and quiet of any neighborhood or which causes discomfort or annoyance to a reasonable person of normal sensitivity. Ordinance - 2