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(i) That the sound level meter used to take the decibel level reading was operated in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications; (ii) That the city has on file a sworn report which states that the sound level meter has been tested within the past twelve months and has been found to be accurate; (iii) The name of the accused; (iv) The loca.tion of the noise; (v) The date and time that the reading was made: (vi) The zone in which the reading was made; and (vii) The decibel level reading. (4) Such certificate, when attested by the operator taking the decibel level reading, shall be admissible in court in any criminal or civil proceeding as evidence of the facts therein stated and of the decibel level reading. A copy of the certificate shall be delivered to the accused upon request. (f) Exceptions. This section shall not apply to: (1) The operation of construction devices used in construction activities between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. (2) The operation of lawn care maintenance equipment such as power mowers, chain saws, and string trimmers, and vehicles for the removal of debris, garbage or refuse with properly working mufflers between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. (3) The repair, maintenance or construction of federal, state, regional, or local governmental facilities. (4) Emergency work to repair equipment or facilities. (5) The operation of railroad and railway equipment and vehicles. (6) Sound generated by any emergency governmental function, including but not limited to emergency vehicles. (7) Recreational activities or events on publicly owned property, where authorized by the City Manager or his designee. (8) Sound generated by boats or ships in navigable waterways, or by aircraft. (9) Duly permitted or authorized demolition activities. (10) Churches engaged in religious activities.