Columbia Skating, walking, etc., on ice ordinance (§ 17-110)
Chapter 17: Parks and Recreation · Article IV. Conduct Regulations
In short: Walking, skating or going onto the ice on any park waters is unlawful, except in areas designated as skating fields where a safety signal or sign is displayed.
Our plain-English summary, not the official text or legal advice. The ordinance below is what counts.
It shall be unlawful for any person in a park to go onto the ice on any of the waters, except such areas as are designated as skating fields, and provided a safety signal or sign is displayed.
Official source: City of Columbia official Code of Ordinances (online): look up Sec. 17-110
Text from Supplement 139 (September 3, 2026).
Last checked November 1, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.