§ 30-1401. Purpose, intent and applicability.

(a)

Vending on public property in the city, as defined in this article, shall be subject to regulation as set forth in this article, including the requirement of regulatory licenses and permits. Vending in the public right-of-way without a permit issued pursuant to this article shall be unlawful and subject to punishment as set forth in this section.

(b)

Any person violating this section shall, upon conviction thereof, be punished as follows:

(1)

First conviction. A fine of not less than $100.00 nor more than $1,000.00 and costs or imprisonment in the city jail for not more than 60 days or both.

Second conviction. A fine of not less than $200.00 nor more than $1,000.00 and costs or imprisonment in the city jail for not more than 60 days or both.

Third conviction. A fine of not less than $500.00 nor more than $1,000.00 and costs or imprisonment in the city jail for not more than 60 days or both.

Fourth conviction. Any person convicted of four or more violations of this article shall be subject to a fine of not less than $500.00 nor more than $1,000.00 and costs or imprisonment in the city jail for not more than 60 days or both.

(c)

It is the intent of council in enacting this article to:

(1)

Serve and protect the health, safety and welfare of the general public.

(2)

Establish a uniform set of rules and regulations which are fair and equitable.

(3)

Provide economic development opportunities for small entrepreneurs in the city.

(4)

Provide a variety of goods and services for sale.

(5)

Promote stable vendors who will enrich the city's ambiance and be assets to public security.

( Ord. No. 2014-06(13-O-1339), § 3, 3-3-14 )