Ordinances-2006-282

B. Use Of Equipment For Commercial Advertising Prohibited: No sound equipment is permitted to be used on public streets or public places or in any building or upon any premises if the sound will be plainly audible from any public street or public place within the city, when any such use is for commercial advertising purposes or for the purpose of attracting the attention of the public to any building or structure for monetary gain. The provisions do not apply to: A. The emission of sound for the purpose of alerting persons to the time of day, the existence of an emergency or the approved testing of the system. B. The emission of sound in the performance of emergency work, including snow removal and maintenance of trees. C. The un-amplified human voice, except those activities specifically controlled by the provisions of this chapter. D. Agricultural activities, exclusive of those involving the ownership or possession of animals. E. Snowmobiles regulated by the code of Iowa, as amended. F. Rail and air transportation and public mass transportation vehicles. G. Emergency vehicles, such as fire trucks and ambulances. H. Nonprofessional athletic events. I. Essential services, such as electrical substations and safety devices. J. Construction and maintenance activities between 7:00 A.M. and 10:00 P.M. "Maintenance activities" are be non-routine operations, temporary in nature and conducted infrequently. K. Cement sawing of freshly poured concrete street, alley, sidewalk or road surface. L. Un-amplified live music provided, sponsored or funded, in whole or in part, by a governmental entity. M. The emission of sound by individuals with the written consent of the city for the purpose of implementing a city approved deer management plan. Section 5: ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT: The mayor or designee has the following powers: