III. Offenses Against Public Decency

Chapter 9.20
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN CITY PARKS

Sections:

9.20.010    Possession or consumption unlawful.

9.20.020    Special event permits.

9.20.010 Possession or consumption unlawful.

Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, it shall be unlawful to possess or consume alcoholic beverages within any park of the city. Any violation of this section shall constitute a civil infraction and subject the violator to the monetary penalty set forth in CMC 1.20.010. (Ord. 1230 § 1, 2014; Ord. 809 § 1, 1993).

9.20.020 Special event permits.

The provisions of CMC 9.20.010 shall not apply if the alcoholic beverages are consumed in the city park as part of a special event pursuant to the terms and conditions of a special event permit issued by the mayor or his or her designee. The terms and conditions for issuance of special event permits authorizing the consumption of alcoholic beverages in city parks shall be developed by city staff and revised from time to time as approved by the mayor or his or her designee. All applicants for special event permits shall comply with all state regulations associated with the consumption of alcoholic beverages and obtain and present to the city proof of compliance with State Liquor Control Board regulations. (Ord. 1230 § 1, 2014).