From time to time it becomes necessary to amend portions of the code to address various issues that the City faces. In order to assist law enforcement with the enforcement of Sec. 3-5 it has become necessary to amend that portion of the code to address consumption of alcohol in additional areas of public and semi-public space. Additionally, open container(s) and possession have been addressed in the Ordinance to assist with the enforcement of City Code.
The first reading for this ordinance was held on October 6, 2015. After direction by Council to clarify what “semi-public” entailed, additional language was added to the ordinance as follows:
"semi-public parking lots or semi-public spaces, includes areas used by the public in conjunction with any business, enterprise, commercial establishment, office building, or apartment building, within the City."
The ordinance is before Council for its final reading and adoption.