Park Ordinance

ORDINANCE 95-1055: NEW PARK CLOSURE HOURS

Old Closure Hours: Midnight - 5 a.m. - New Closure Hours:10 p.m.- 5a.m. No person shall enter or remain in park while closed unless under an approved permit for usage. Parking in lot is prohibited while park is closed. Vehicles shall be towed and stored at owners expense.

ORDINANCE 95-1056: MANDATORY PICNIC SHELTER PERMIT

Permit for use of picnic shelters now necessary in order to facilitate maximum enjoyment and ensure public's health, safety, and welfare. *Anyone occupying a shelter without a permit will vacate when requested to do so by City staff. Permits are available through the Parks & Recreation Department.

ORDINANCE 95-1057: USE OF CITY PARKS BY LARGE GROUPS

Groups of 25 or more now need to obtain a permit to utilize any portion of a park in order as to not deprive others of the free and unimpeded use of park space. There may be a cost for such a permit depending on area used. Permits are available through the Parks & Recreation Department.

ORDINANCE 95-1058: USE OF AMPLIFIED MUSIC IN PARKS

A permit is now necessary for any individual or group wishing to broadcast amplified music in parks as it was found that broad-casting amplified music frequently interfers with the ability of others to enjoy park facilities. Therefore, the City is desirous of minimizing and controlling this interference. Broadcasting standards limit volume of sound to not be audible for a distance in excess of 50 feet. The area where music can be played and direction of speakers shall be agreed upon by permittee and City staff. Amplified music shall only be broadcast between the hours of 10 a.m and 7p.m. during saving time and 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. during standard time. There is no fee for this permit.

ORDINANCE 41107: SMOKING PROHIBITED IN PARKS

Smoking prohibited in Parks, Playgrounds and Recreation Centers, and prohibiting disposal of tobacco related products in Parks, Playgrounds and Recreation Centers.