Columbia Definitions and rules of construction ordinance (§ 17-140)
Chapter 17: Parks and Recreation · Article IV. Conduct Regulations
The following definitions and rules of construction apply to this division:
City trail means any trail maintained by the parks and recreation department for use by pedestrians or cyclists.
Cycle means any device, other than a wheelchair, which is propelled by human power and has one or more wheels at least twenty (20) inches in diameter and a frame size of at least fourteen (14) inches.
Motor propelled scooter means any scooter, e-scooter and other small wheeled vehicle which does not rely solely on human propulsion and is equipped with an electric motor that is capable of propelling the device to a maximum speed of fifteen (15) miles per hour.
Pedestrian includes any person riding in a wheelchair.
Wheelchair means a chair mounted on wheels for use by disabled individuals.
Official source: City of Columbia official Code of Ordinances (online): look up Sec. 17-140
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.