1971 CODE OF ORDINANCES
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2006 CODE OF ORDINANCES
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CHAPTER 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS
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Sec. 1-1
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How code designated and cited
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Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 1-2
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Definitions and rules of construction
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Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 1-3
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Catchlines of sections
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Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 1-4
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Amendments or additions to code
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Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 1-5
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Certain ordinances not affected by code
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Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 1-6
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Code does not affect prior offenses, contracts, etc.
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Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 1-7
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General penalty for violations of code; continuing violations.
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Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 1-8
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Severability of parts of code.
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Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
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CHAPTER 2. ADMINISTRATION
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Article I. In General
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Sec. 2-1
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Acceptance of general law relating to cities and towns
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Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 2-2
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Official newspapers designated
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Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 2-3
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Fee for 9-1-1 emergency service–imposed; collection
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§ 1.02.001
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Sec. 2-5
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Waiver of construction bonds for public works projects
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§ 1.02.002
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Sec. 2-8
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Legal counsel and indemnification for city officers
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§ 1.02.003
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Article II. Town Administrator
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Sec. 2-17
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Appointment; to be administrative head of government
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§ 1.03.031
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Sec. 2-18
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Residence requirements
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Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 2-19
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Term of office; discharge
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§ 1.03.032
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Sec. 2-20
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Compensation and bond
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§ 1.03.033
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Sec. 2-21
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Appointment of substitute during absence or disability
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§ 1.03.034
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Sec. 2-22
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General powers and duties
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§ 1.03.035
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Sec. 2-23
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Duties with respect to franchises
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§ 1.03.036
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Sec. 2-24
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General duties as budget officer
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§ 1.03.037
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Sec. 2-25
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Monthly reports of expenditures; to advise council as to financial
needs and conditions
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§ 1.03.038
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Sec. 2-26
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Recommendations as to salaries
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§ 1.03.039
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Sec. 2-27
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Powers and duties as purchasing agent
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§ 1.03.040
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Article II 1/2. Smoking in Public Areas
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Sec. 2-31
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Purpose
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Rpld. by Ord. 1685
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Sec. 2-32
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Definitions
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Rpld. by Ord. 1685
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Sec. 2-33
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Smoking prohibited
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Rpld. by Ord. 1685
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Sec. 2-34
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Signs
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Rpld. by Ord. 1685
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Sec. 2-35
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Enforcement
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Rpld. by Ord. 1685
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Article III. Employee Benefits
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Division 1. Generally
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Sec. 2-38
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Social security
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Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
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Division 2. Texas Municipal Retirement System
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Sec. 2-39
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Election to participate; employees included generally
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Superseded by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 2-40
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Inclusion of fire department employees
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Superseded by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 2-41
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Refusal to add new participants; discontinuance of participants
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Superseded by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 2-42
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Rate of employee’s contribution
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Superseded by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 2-43
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Remittance to board of trustees
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Superseded by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 2-44
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Employer contributions; service credits; total earnings, etc.
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Superseded by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 2-45
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Single participation date for all departments
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Superseded by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 2-45.1
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Additional provisions affecting participation
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Superseded by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 2-46
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Initial increases in annuities in effect
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Superseded by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 2-47
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Additional rights, credits and benefits effective January 1,
1985
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Superseded by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 2-48
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Participation in supplemental disability benefits fund
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Superseded by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 2-49
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Authorization of updated service credits
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Superseded by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 2-49.1
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Updated service credits effective January, 2000
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Superseded by Ord. adopting Code
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2-49.1(a)
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Amnd. by Ord. 1568
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2-49.1(b)
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Superseded by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 2-50
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Additional rights, credits and benefits effective January 1,
1988
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Superseded by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 2-51
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Establishment of credit in system for former military members
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Superseded by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 2-52
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Responsibility for combined normal and prior service contributions
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Amnd. by Ord. 1609
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Article IV. Claims for Damages Against Town
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Sec. 2-54
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Notice in case of personal injury or death
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§ 1.05.001
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Sec. 2-55
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Notice in case of damage to personal property
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§ 1.05.002
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Sec. 2-56
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Notice in case of damage to real property
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§ 1.05.003
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Sec. 2-57
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Claims arising from defect in streets, sidewalks, etc.
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§ 1.05.004
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Sec. 2-58
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Effect of failure to comply with article
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§ 1.05.005
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Sec. 2-59
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Waiver of article requirements
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§ 1.05.006
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Article V. Council Approval of Utility Rate Increase
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Sec. 2-71
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Required
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§ 1.06.001
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Sec. 2-72
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Application
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§ 1.06.002
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Sec. 2-73
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Hearing required; time, place and notice of hearing
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§ 1.06.003
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Sec. 2-74
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Conduct of hearing
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§ 1.06.004
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Sec. 2-75
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Ordinance authorizing increase
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§ 1.06.005
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Sec. 2-76
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Cutting off customer’s service for failure to pay excessive
rate
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§ 1.06.006
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Sec. 2-77
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Violations of article
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§ 1.06.007
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Article VI. Code of Ethics
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Sec. 2-81
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Declaration of policy
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§ 1.07.001
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Sec. 2-82
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Definitions
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§ 1.07.002
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Sec. 2-83
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Standards of conduct
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§ 1.07.003
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Sec. 2-84
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Disclosure of interest
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§ 1.07.004
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Sec. 2-85
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Three year prohibition as to officers
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§ 1.07.005
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Sec. 2-86
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Special report, auditor’s requirement to comment on financial
affairs between the town and its officers and employees
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§ 1.07.006
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Sec. 2-87
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Penalty
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§ 1.07.007
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Article VII. Employee Absences
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Sec. 2-98
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Definitions
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§ 9.03.001
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Sec. 2-99
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Accrued paid leave
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§ 9.03.002
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Sec. 2-100
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Other leave with pay
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§ 9.03.003; Sub§ (c) amnd. by Ord. 1696
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Sec. 2-101
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Holidays
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Amnd. by Ord. 1802
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Sec. 2-102
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Leave without pay
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§ 9.03.005; Sub§ (b) amnd. by Ord. 1696
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Sec. 2-103
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Miscellaneous leave provisions
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§ 9.03.006
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Sec. 2-104
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Miscellaneous provisions
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§ 9.03.007
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Sec. 2-105
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Employee leave without pay
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NIC
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Sec. 2-106
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Miscellaneous provisions
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NIC
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Article VIII. Department of Public Safety
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Sec. 2-110
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Department of public safety created
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§ 1.04.031
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Sec. 2-111
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Duties of director
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§ 1.04.032
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Sec. 2-112
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Officer to have same powers, duties, responsibilities as members
of police and fire departments
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§ 1.04.033
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Sec. 2-113
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Volunteer reserve fire unit created; members nonsalaried
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§ 5.03.001
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Sec. 2-114
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Authority of chief of the fire department
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§ 5.03.002
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Sec. 2-115
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Application for membership; requirements
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§ 5.03.003
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Sec. 2-116
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Appointment, discharge; full-time members of public safety department
ineligible
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§ 5.03.004
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Sec. 2-117
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Required training and drilling
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§ 5.03.005
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Sec. 2-118
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Membership does not constitute membership in fire department;
members not entitled to compensation, pension, etc.; uniforms and
equipment
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§ 5.03.006
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Sec. 2-119
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Members to execute agreement of release
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§ 5.03.007
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Sec. 2-120
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Service of members
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§ 5.03.008
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Article IX. Records Management Program
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Sec. 2-141
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Definition of town records
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§ 1.08.001
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Sec. 2-142
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Town records declared public property
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§ 1.08.002
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Sec. 2-143
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Policy
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§ 1.08.003
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Sec. 2-144
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Records management officer–designated
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§ 1.08.004
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Sec. 2-145
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Same–duties
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§ 1.08.005
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Sec. 2-146
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Responsibilities of town department heads
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§ 1.08.006
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Sec. 2-147
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Responsibilities of records officers
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§ 1.08.007
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Sec. 2-148
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Town offices to use records schedules
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§ 1.08.008
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Sec. 2-149
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Records management committee; records retention and disposition
schedules
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§ 1.08.009
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Sec. 2-150
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One-time destruction of obsolete records
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§ 1.08.010
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Sec. 2-151
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Preservation of permanent records
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§ 1.08.011
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Sec. 2-152
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Micrographics program established
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§ 1.08.012
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Article X. Emergency Management
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Sec. 2-161
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Organization
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§ 1.09.001
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Sec. 2-162
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Powers and duties of director
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§ 1.09.002
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Sec. 2-163
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Emergency management plan
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§ 1.09.003
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Sec. 2-164
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Interjurisdictional program
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§ 1.09.004
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Sec. 2-165
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Override
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§ 1.09.005
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Sec. 2-166
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Liability
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§ 1.09.006
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Sec. 2-167
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Commitment of funds
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§ 1.09.007
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Sec. 2-168
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Offenses; penalties
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§ 1.09.008
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Article XI. Policy on Sexual Harassment
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Sec. 2-201
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Statement of policy
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§ 9.04.001
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Sec. 2-202
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Sexual harassment defined
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§ 9.04.002
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Sec. 2-203
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Intimate relationships
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§ 9.04.003
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Sec. 2-204
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Complaint procedure
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§ 9.04.004
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Sec. 2-205
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Employee responsibility
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§ 9.04.005
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Sec. 2-206
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Training
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§ 9.04.006
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Sec. 2-207
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Acknowledgment
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§ 9.04.007
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CHAPTER 2 1/8. ALARM SYSTEMS
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Sec. 2 1/8-1
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Definitions and terms
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Rpld. by Ord. 1611
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Sec. 2 1/8-2
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Creation of position of alarm system inspector
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Rpld. by Ord. 1611
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Sec. 2 1/8-3
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Registration of alarm monitoring services
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Rpld. by Ord. 1611
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Sec. 2 1/8-4
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Registration of alarm system installation and maintenance contractors
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Rpld. by Ord. 1611
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Sec. 2 1/8-5
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Providing for direct monitoring of alarm systems by the department
of public safety
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Rpld. by Ord. 1611
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Sec. 2 1/8-6
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Local alarms; limits on operation
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Rpld. by Ord. 1611
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Sec. 2 1/8-7
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Requirements for alarm system installations
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Rpld. by Ord. 1611
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Sec. 2 1/8-8
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Inspection of alarm systems monitored by the department of public
safety
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Rpld. by Ord. 1611
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Sec. 2 1/8-9
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Penalties for nonvalid alarms
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Rpld. by Ord. 1611
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Sec. 2 1/8-10
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Fees
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Rpld. by Ord. 1611
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Sec. 2 1/8-11
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Penalty
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Rpld. by Ord. 1611
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CHAPTER 2 1/4. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
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Sec. 2 1/4-1
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License required
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§ 4.03.031
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Sec. 2 1/4-2
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Evidence of compliance with state law and issuance of license
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§ 4.03.032
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Sec. 2 1/4-3
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License fees; proof of classification; termination and effect
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Amnd. by Ord. 1592
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Sec. 2 1/4-4
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Collection of license fees and issuance of license; required
information; transfer
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§ 4.03.034
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Sec. 2 1/4-5
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Sale within certain proximity of church, school, etc.
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Amnd. by Ord. 1784
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Sec. 2 1/4-6
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Prohibitions in residentially zoned districts
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§ 4.03.002
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Sec. 2 1/4-7
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Penalty for nonpayment of license fee
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§ 4.03.035
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CHAPTER 3. ANIMALS AND FOWL
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Sec. 3-1
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Definitions
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§ 2.01.001
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Sec. 3-2
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Presence of animals in food stores, restaurants, cafes, etc.,
prohibited
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§ 2.01.002
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Sec. 3-3
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Keeping of wild animals, fowl or livestock prohibited; definitions;
penalty for violation
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§ 2.01.003
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Sec. 3-4
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Harboring certain domestic animals prohibited
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§ 2.01.004
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Sec. 3-5
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Owner responsible for animal excreta
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§ 2.01.005
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Sec. 3-6
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Abandonment of animals prohibited
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§ 2.01.006
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Sec. 3-7
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Animals to be under restraint; running at large prohibited;
duty to impound animals in violation
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§ 2.01.007
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Sec. 3-8
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Impoundment of fierce, dangerous animals; confinement of animals
which have attacked persons
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§ 2.01.008
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Sec. 3-9
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Registration of vicious dogs and attack dogs
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Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
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Sec. 3-10
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Impoundment
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§ 2.01.010
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Sec. 3-11
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Procedure for animals suspected of or actually having rabies
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§ 2.01.011
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Sec. 3-12
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Complaints
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§ 2.01.012
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Sec. 3-13
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Licensing; rabies vaccination; exemptions
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§ 2.01.013
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CHAPTER 5. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
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Article I. In General
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Sec. 5-1
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Office of building inspector created; town engineer to serve;
general duties and police power of inspector
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§ 3.01.001
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Sec. 5-3
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Fee for appeals under building code and zoning ordinance
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Sec. 5-4
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Fee required for application to zone or rezone property
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Sec. 5-7
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House numbering
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5-7(a)–(d)
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§ 3.09.002
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5-7(e)
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§ 3.09.001
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Sec. 5-8
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Rear house/dwelling numbering
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§ 3.09.003
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Article II. Building Code
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Sec. 5-18
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Title
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Rpld. by Ord. 1652
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Sec. 5-19
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International Building Code–Adopted
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Rpld. by Ord. 1652
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Sec. 5-20
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Same–Requirements varying from or not covered by code
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Rpld. by Ord. 1652
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Sec. 5-21
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Same–Amended
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Rpld. by Ord. 1652
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Sec. 5-22
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Same–Appendices adopted, amended
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Rpld. by Ord. 1652
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Sec. 5-23
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Erection, construction, alteration, etc., of buildings or structures
contrary to building code prohibited
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Rpld. by Ord. 1652
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Sec. 5-23.1
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Offensive noises and odors prohibited; construction hours regulated
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§ 8.01.005
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Sec. 5-24
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Building permit required
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Rpld. by Ord. 1652
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Sec. 5-25
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Building permit fees
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Rpld. by Ord. 1652
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Sec. 5-26
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Penalty
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Rpld. by Ord. 1652
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Sec. 5-27
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Validity
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Rpld. by Ord. 1652
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Article III. Electrical Code
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Sec. 5-34
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Title
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Rpld. by Ord. 1656
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Sec. 5-35
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National Electrical Code–Adopted
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Rpld. by Ord. 1656
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Sec. 5-36
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Same–Requirements varying from or not covered by code
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Rpld. by Ord. 1656
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Sec. 5-37
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Same–Amended
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Rpld. by Ord. 1656
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Sec. 5-38
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Contractor’s license required; fee
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Rpld. by Ord. 1656
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Sec. 5-39
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Electrical contractor defined
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Rpld. by Ord. 1656
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Sec. 5-40
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Required license and fee; examination
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Rpld. by Ord. 1656
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Sec. 5-41
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Permit required; approval by electrical inspection department;
purpose and limitations of permit
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Rpld. by Ord. 1656
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Sec. 5-42
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Expiration of licenses; revocation; hearing
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Rpld. by Ord. 1656
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Sec. 5-43
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Grounds for revocation of license
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Rpld. by Ord. 1656
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Sec. 5-44
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Concealment of wiring or conduit prior to inspection prohibited
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Rpld. by Ord. 1656
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Sec. 5-45
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Electrical inspector to enforce provisions; work stoppage upon
notice from inspector
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Rpld. by Ord. 1656
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Sec. 5-46
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Fees enumerated
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Rpld. by Ord. 1656
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Sec. 5-47
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Penalty
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Rpld. by Ord. 1656
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Sec. 5-48
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Validity
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Rpld. by Ord. 1656
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Article IV. Plumbing Code
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Sec. 5-56
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Title
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Rpld. by Ord. 1655
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Sec. 5-57
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International Plumbing Code–Adopted
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Rpld. by Ord. 1655
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Sec. 5-58
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Same–Requirements varying from or not covered by code
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Rpld. by Ord. 1655
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Sec. 5-59
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Same–Amended
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Rpld. by Ord. 1655
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Sec. 5-60
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Same–Appendices adopted, amended
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Rpld. by Ord. 1655
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Sec. 5-61
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Plumbing permit required
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Rpld. by Ord. 1655
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Sec. 5-62
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Permit fees
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Rpld. by Ord. 1655
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Sec. 5-63
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Penalty
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Amnd. by Ord. 1667
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Sec. 5-64
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Validity
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Rpld. by Ord. 1655
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Article V. Gas Code
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Sec. 5-71
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Title
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Rpld. by Ord. 1658
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Sec. 5-72
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International Fuel Gas Code–Adopted
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Rpld. by Ord. 1658
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Sec. 5-73
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Same–Requirements varying from or not covered by code
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Rpld. by Ord. 1658
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Sec. 5-74
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Same–Amended
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Rpld. by Ord. 1658
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Sec. 5-75
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Same–Appendices adopted; amended
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Rpld. by Ord. 1658
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Sec. 5-76
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Permit required
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Rpld. by Ord. 1658
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Sec. 5-77
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Permit fees
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Rpld. by Ord. 1658
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Sec. 5-78
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Penalty
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Rpld. by Ord. 1658
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Sec. 5-79
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Validity
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Rpld. by Ord. 1658
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Article VI. Fences
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Sec. 5-93
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Definitions
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§ 3.10.001
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Sec. 5-94
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Permit to construct
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§ 3.10.002
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Sec. 5-95
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Compliance with building code
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§ 3.10.003
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Sec. 5-96
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Prohibited in easements
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§ 3.10.006
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Sec. 5-97
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Material requirements when located along front building line
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§ 3.10.007
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Sec. 5-98
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Swimming pool fences
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§ 3.10.008
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Article VII. Mechanical Code
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Sec. 5-110
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Title
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Rpld. by Ord. 1657
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Sec. 5-111
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International Mechanical Code–Adopted
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Rpld. by Ord. 1657
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Sec. 5-112
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Same–Requirements varying from or not covered by code
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Rpld. by Ord. 1657
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Sec. 5-113
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Same–Amended
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Rpld. by Ord. 1657
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Sec. 5-114
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Same–Appendices adopted; amended
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Rpld. by Ord. 1657
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Sec. 5-115
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Mechanical permit required; submission, approval of plans and
specifications
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Rpld. by Ord. 1657
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Sec. 5-116
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Permit fees
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Rpld. by Ord. 1657
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Sec. 5-117
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Penalty
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Rpld. by Ord. 1657
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Sec. 5-118
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Validity
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Rpld. by Ord. 1657
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Article VIII. Antennas and Satellite Dish Antennas
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Sec. 5-121
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Definitions
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§ 3.11.001
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Sec. 5-122
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Permit required; exception
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§ 3.11.002
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Sec. 5-123
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Inspection and fee
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§ 3.11.003
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Sec. 5-124
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Construction and maintenance requirements; all districts
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§ 3.11.004
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Sec. 5-125
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Restrictions and limitations–Dish antennas in residential
areas
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§ 3.11.005
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Sec. 5-126
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Same–Dish antennas in nonresidential areas
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§ 3.11.006
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Sec. 5-127
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Creation of a planning review board
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§ 3.11.007
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Sec. 5-128
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Enforcement; appeals
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§ 3.11.008
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Sec. 5-129
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Removal of nonconforming installations constructed prior to
the passage of article
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§ 3.11.009
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Sec. 5-130
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Municipal uses
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§ 3.11.010
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Article IX. Customer Service Inspection Certification
and Cross Connection Control Program
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Sec. 5-140
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Customer service certification and cross connection control
program
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5-140(a)
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Rpld. by Ord. 1739
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5-140(b)
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Rpld. by Ord. 1739
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5-140(c)
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Rpld. by Ord. 1739
|
|
5-140(d)
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1739
|
|
5-140(e)
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1739
|
Article X. Energy Conservation Code
|
| |
Sec. 5-145
|
Title
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1654
|
Sec. 5-146
|
International Energy Conservation Code–Adopted
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1654
|
Sec. 5-147
|
Regional amendments
|
Superseded by Ord. 1654
|
Sec. 5-148
|
Penalties
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1654
|
Article XI. Residential Code
|
| |
Sec. 5-155
|
Title
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1653
|
Sec. 5-156
|
International Residential Code–Adopted
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1653
|
Sec. 5-157
|
Same–Requirements varying from or not covered by code
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1653
|
Sec. 5-158
|
Same–Amended
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1653
|
Sec. 5-159
|
Same–Appendices adopted
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1653
|
Sec. 5-160
|
Erect, construct, enlarge, etc. of buildings or structures contrary
to residential code prohibited
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1653
|
Sec. 5-161
|
Building permit
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1653
|
Sec. 5-162
|
Building permit fees
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1653
|
Sec. 5-163
|
Penalty
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1653
|
Sec. 5-164
|
Validity
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1653
|
CHAPTER 6. EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
|
| |
Sec. 6-1
|
Definitions
|
§ 6.05.001
|
Sec. 6-2
|
Permit required for operation of emergency services vehicle
|
§ 6.05.003
|
Sec. 6-3
|
Emergency medical services provided by the department of public
safety
|
§ 6.05.004
|
Sec. 6-4
|
False statement of emergency
|
§ 6.05.005
|
Sec. 6-5
|
Notification of route required
|
§ 6.05.006
|
Sec. 6-6
|
Penalty for violation
|
§ 6.05.002
|
CHAPTER 7. FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION
|
| |
Article I. In General
|
| |
Sec. 7-1
|
Arson reward
|
§ 5.01.001
|
Sec. 7-2
|
Flammable liquids used as motor fuel
|
§ 5.01.002
|
Article II. Fire Marshal
|
| |
Sec. 7-17
|
Duty to investigate fires
|
§ 5.02.001
|
Sec. 7-18
|
Taking of testimony; administration of oaths
|
§ 5.02.002
|
Sec. 7-19
|
Authority to summon witnesses and require production of documents
|
§ 5.02.003
|
Sec. 7-20
|
Investigations may be private; sequestering witnesses
|
§ 5.02.004
|
Sec. 7-21
|
Duty when evidence indicates crime in connection with fire
|
§ 5.02.005
|
Sec. 7-22
|
Misconduct of witnesses summoned by fire marshal
|
§ 5.02.006
|
Sec. 7-23
|
Inspection of premises; removal or repair of dangerous conditions
|
§ 5.02.007
|
Sec. 7-24
|
Right of entry in case of fire
|
§ 5.02.008
|
Sec. 7-25
|
Records to be kept
|
§ 5.02.009
|
Article III. Fire Prevention Code
|
| |
Sec. 7-36
|
Title
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1660
|
Sec. 7-37
|
Purpose
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1660
|
Sec. 7-38
|
International Fire Prevention Code–Adopted
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1660
|
Sec. 7-39
|
Same–Amended
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1660
|
Sec. 7-40
|
Office of town fire marshal established; appointment
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1660
|
Sec. 7-41
|
Copies of fire prevention code kept on file
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1660
|
Sec. 7-42
|
Validity
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1660
|
CHAPTER 7 1/2. FLOODPLAIN/FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION
| ||
Article I. Statutory Authorization
|
| |
Sec. 7 1/2-1
|
Statutory authorization
|
§ 3.12.001
|
Sec. 7 1/2-2
|
Findings of fact
|
§ 3.12.002
|
Sec. 7 1/2-3
|
Statement of purpose
|
§ 3.12.003
|
Sec. 7 1/2-4
|
Methods of reducing flood losses
|
§ 3.12.004
|
Article II. Definitions
|
| |
Sec. 7 1/2-11
|
[Definitions]
|
§ 3.12.005
|
Article III. General Provisions
|
| |
Sec. 7 1/2-16
|
Lands to which this chapter applies
|
§ 3.12.006
|
Sec. 7 1/2-17
|
Basis for establishing the areas of special flood hazard
|
§ 3.12.007
|
Sec. 7 1/2-18
|
Establishment of development permit
|
§ 3.12.008
|
Sec. 7 1/2-19
|
Compliance
|
§ 3.12.009
|
Sec. 7 1/2-20
|
Abrogation and greater restrictions
|
§ 3.12.010
|
Sec. 7 1/2-21
|
Interpretation
|
§ 3.12.011
|
Sec. 7 1/2-22
|
Warning and disclaimer of liability
|
§ 3.12.012
|
Article IV. Administration
|
| |
Sec. 7 1/2-29
|
Designation of the floodplain administrator
|
§ 3.12.031
|
Sec. 7 1/2-30
|
Duties and responsibilities of the floodplain administrator
|
§ 3.12.032
|
Sec. 7 1/2-31
|
Permit procedures
|
§ 3.12.033
|
Sec. 7 1/2-32
|
Variance procedures
|
§ 3.12.034
|
Article V. Provisions for Flood Hazard Reduction
|
| |
Sec. 7 1/2-39
|
General standards
|
§ 3.12.061
|
Sec. 7 1/2-40
|
Specific standards
|
§ 3.12.062
|
Sec. 7 1/2-41
|
Standards for areas of shallow flooding (AO/AH zones)
|
§ 3.12.063
|
Sec. 7 1/2-42
|
Floodways
|
§ 3.12.064
|
Article VI. Penalties for Noncompliance
|
| |
Sec. 7 1/2-50
|
Reserved
|
|
CHAPTER 8. FOOD SANITATION
|
| |
Sec. 8-1
|
Short title
|
§ 6.03.001
|
Sec. 8-2
|
Adoption of state rules by reference
|
§ 6.03.002
|
Sec. 8-3
|
Definitions
|
§ 6.03.003
|
Sec. 8-4
|
Regulatory authority
|
§ 6.03.004
|
Sec. 8-5
|
Issuance of permits; annual fee; nontransferable; display of
permit required
|
§ 6.03.005
|
Sec. 8-6
|
Access and inspection frequency
|
§ 6.03.006
|
Sec. 8-7
|
Report of inspections
|
§ 6.03.007
|
Sec. 8-8
|
Submission of construction, remodeling or conversion plans
|
§ 6.03.008
|
Sec. 8-9
|
Suspension of permit, license or certificate
|
§ 6.03.009
|
Sec. 8-10
|
Revocation of permit, license or certificate
|
§ 6.03.010
|
Sec. 8-11
|
Service of notices
|
§ 6.03.011
|
Sec. 8-12
|
Hearings
|
§ 6.03.012
|
Sec. 8-13
|
Reserved
|
|
CHAPTER 9. GARBAGE AND TRASH
|
| |
Sec. 9-1
|
Definitions
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1722
|
Sec. 9-2
|
Owner, tenant, etc., to provide garbage receptacles
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1722
|
Sec. 9-3
|
Receptacle specifications
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1722
|
Sec. 9-4
|
Placement of receptacles
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1722
|
Sec. 9-5
|
Duty to supervise condition of receptacles, frequency of collection
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1722
|
Sec. 9-6
|
Bundled trash placement; weight; length; exception
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1722
|
Sec. 9-7
|
Scrap and debris to be removed by owner or developer
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1722
|
Sec. 9-8
|
Removal of dead animals
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1722
|
Sec. 9-9
|
Accumulations of garbage, trash, etc., unlawful; littering
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1722
|
Sec. 9-10
|
Permit required for garbage collectors
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1722
|
Sec. 9-11
|
Frequency of collection from residences, commercial establishments
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1722
|
Sec. 9-12
|
Collection charges
|
Amnd. by Ord. 1639
|
Sec. 9-13
|
Billing; delinquent payments; discontinuance of service for
failure to pay charges
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1722
|
Sec. 9-14
|
Name on water connection liable for garbage collection charge
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1722
|
Sec. 9-15
|
Inspections by sanitation collection department
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1722
|
Sec. 9-16
|
Recycling charges
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1722
|
CHAPTER 10. MISCELLANEOUS OFFENSES AND PROVISIONS
| ||
Article I. In General
|
| |
Sec. 10-1
|
Arrests without warrant
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 10-2
|
Abandoned refrigerators and other airtight containers
|
§ 8.01.001
|
Sec. 10-3
|
Trespass or unlawful use of property of another
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 10-4
|
Damaging shrubs, plants or trees
|
§ 8.01.002
|
Sec. 10-6
|
Firearms and facsimile firearms regulated; defenses
|
Amnd. by Ord. 1989
|
Sec. 10-7
|
Loitering on public or private property at night
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 10-8
|
Police officers; resisting or impersonating an officer
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1569
|
Sec. 10-9
|
Bookmaking records
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1569
|
Sec. 10-10
|
Unnecessary noise prohibited; penalty
|
§ 8.01.004
|
Article II. Insanitary, Unsightly, Etc., Conditions on
Private Property
|
| |
Sec. 10-18
|
Prohibited conditions designated–Stagnant water
|
§ 6.02.001
|
Sec. 10-19
|
Same–Accumulations of downed timber, trash, etc.
|
§ 6.02.002
|
Sec. 10-20
|
Same–Weeds, brush, etc.
|
§ 6.02.003
|
Sec. 10-21
|
Notice to owner to remove or remedy condition.
|
§ 6.02.004
|
Sec. 10-22
|
Removal or correction of condition by town–Generally
|
§ 6.02.005
|
Sec. 10-23
|
Same–Statement of expenses incurred; lien for and collection
of expenses
|
§ 6.02.006
|
Article III. Indecent Conduct
|
| |
Sec. 10-34
|
Definitions
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1569
|
Sec. 10-35
|
Open lewdness or public indecency generally
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1569
|
Sec. 10-36
|
Wearing clothes of opposite sex, etc.
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1569
|
Sec. 10-37
|
Swimming in the nude
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1569
|
Sec. 10-38
|
Embracing, fondling, etc., in public
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1569
|
Sec. 10-39
|
Indecent gestures to or annoying, etc., females
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1569
|
Article IV. Junked Vehicles
|
| |
Sec. 10-44
|
Definitions
|
§ 8.03.001
|
Sec. 10-45
|
Junked vehicles declared public nuisance
|
§ 8.03.003
|
Sec. 10-46
|
Notice of violation; order to abate public nuisance
|
§ 8.03.004
|
Sec. 10-47
|
Abatement of nuisance
|
§ 8.03.005
|
Sec. 10-48
|
Procedure in the event of protest
|
§ 8.03.006
|
Sec. 10-49
|
Owner may acquire possession
|
§ 8.03.007
|
Sec. 10-50
|
Abandonment and sale; severance
|
§ 8.03.008
|
Sec. 10-51
|
Penalty
|
§ 8.03.002
|
Sec. 10-52
|
Repeal
|
NIC
|
Sec. 10-53
|
Severability
|
NIC
|
Article V. Personal Property Sales
|
| |
Sec. 10-61
|
Definitions
|
§ 4.05.001
|
Sec. 10-62
|
Violation; penalty
|
§ 4.05.002
|
Sec. 10-63
|
Only personal property to be sold from residence
|
§ 4.05.003
|
Sec. 10-64
|
Frequency of sales
|
§ 4.05.004
|
Sec. 10-65
|
Hours of operation
|
§ 4.05.005
|
Sec. 10-66
|
Display of sale property
|
§ 4.05.006
|
Sec. 10-67
|
Signs
|
§ 4.05.007
|
Sec. 10-68
|
Conduct on premises; impeding traffic
|
§ 4.05.008
|
Sec. 10-69
|
Parking
|
§ 4.05.009
|
Sec. 10-70
|
Auctions
|
§ 4.05.010
|
Sec. 10-71
|
Access to premises for inspection; enforcement
|
§ 4.05.011
|
Sec. 10-72
|
Exemptions
|
§ 4.05.012
|
Article VI. Distribution/Posting of Advertising Matter
|
| |
Sec. 10-101
|
Intent and purpose
|
§ 8.04.001
|
Sec. 10-102
|
Definitions
|
§ 8.04.002
|
Sec. 10-103
|
Posting notice, placard, bill, etc., prohibited
|
§ 8.04.005
|
Sec. 10-104
|
Throwing handbills in public places prohibited
|
§ 8.04.006
|
Sec. 10-105
|
Placing handbills in or upon vehicles prohibited
|
§ 8.04.007
|
Sec. 10-106
|
Distribution of handbills on uninhabited or vacant private premises
prohibited
|
§ 8.04.008
|
Sec. 10-107
|
Distribution of handbills where prohibition properly posted
|
§ 8.04.009
|
Sec. 10-107.5
|
Distributing handbills at private premises; conditions
|
§ 8.04.010
|
Sec. 10-108
|
Handbills depicting certain matter prohibited
|
§ 8.04.011
|
Sec. 10-109
|
Existing ordinances not affected
|
§ 8.04.004
|
Sec. 10-110
|
Penalty
|
§ 8.04.003
|
Sec. 10-111
|
Severability
|
NIC
|
CHAPTER 11. MUNICIPAL COURT
|
| |
Sec. 11-1
|
Appointment, term and compensation of recorder
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 11-2
|
Qualifications of recorder
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 11-3
|
Acting recorder
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 11-4
|
Clerk
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 11-5
|
Violation of promise to appear
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 11-6
|
Special expense fees
|
Amnd. by Ord. 2072
|
Sec. 11-7
|
Municipal court building security fund
|
Amnd. by Ord. 2072
|
Sec. 11-8
|
Municipal court technology fund
|
Amnd. by Ord. 2072
|
CHAPTER 12. PARKS AND RECREATION
|
| |
Article I. In General
|
| |
Article II. Parks Generally
|
| |
Sec. 12-16
|
Definitions
|
§ 1.11.031
|
Sec. 12-17
|
Authority of police officers to regulate activities
|
§ 1.11.032
|
Sec. 12-18
|
Injuring, defacing, removing, etc., property generally
|
§ 1.11.033
|
Sec. 12-19
|
Damaging, cutting, etc., trees, plants or grass
|
§ 1.11.034
|
Sec. 12-20
|
Climbing trees; walking, standing or sitting on fountains, railings,
etc.
|
§ 1.11.035
|
Sec. 12-21
|
Littering
|
§ 1.11.036
|
Sec. 12-22
|
Hunting, molesting, etc., animals, reptiles or birds; using
or carrying weapons or traps
|
§ 1.11.037
|
Sec. 12-23
|
Fishing–Permit
|
§ 1.11.038
|
Sec. 12-24
|
Same–Trotlines prohibited; limitation on number of poles
|
§ 1.11.039
|
Sec. 12-25
|
Boats prohibited
|
§ 1.11.040
|
Sec. 12-26
|
Swimming, bathing or wading prohibited; exception
|
§ 1.11.041
|
Sec. 12-27
|
Picnicking prohibited in certain area
|
§ 1.11.042
|
Sec. 12-28
|
Camping prohibited
|
§ 1.11.043
|
Sec. 12-29
|
Possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages
|
§ 1.11.044
|
Sec. 12-30
|
Sleeping or loitering
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 12-30.1
|
Remaining in, etc., between midnight and 5:00 a.m.
|
§ 1.11.045
|
Sec. 12-31
|
Fires prohibited; scattering matches, cigarettes, etc.
|
§ 1.11.046
|
Sec. 12-32
|
Gambling
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 12-33
|
Advertising prohibited
|
§ 1.11.047
|
Article III. Davis Park Swimming Pool
|
| |
Sec. 12-44
|
Definition
|
§ 1.11.081
|
Sec. 12-45
|
Use restricted to town residents and their guests
|
§ 1.11.083
|
Sec. 12-46
|
Use by children under eight years of age; use of wading pool
by such children
|
§ 1.11.084
|
Sec. 12-47
|
Use charges
|
§ 1.11.111
|
Sec. 12-48
|
Issuance and effect of use permits
|
§ 1.11.112
|
Sec. 12-49
|
Registration, numbering and transfer of season permits
|
§ 1.11.113
|
Sec. 12-50
|
Season permit tags
|
§ 1.11.114
|
Sec. 12-51
|
Shower and foot bath required before entering
|
§ 1.11.085
|
Sec. 12-52
|
Prohibited conduct generally
|
§ 1.11.086
|
Sec. 12-53
|
Use by persons with disease, skin disorder or open sores
|
§ 1.11.087
|
Sec. 12-54
|
Violations of article
|
§ 1.11.082
|
Article IV. Municipal Tennis Courts
|
| |
Sec. 12-65
|
Definitions
|
§ 1.11.141
|
Sec. 12-66
|
Who may use the tennis courts
|
§ 1.11.142
|
Sec. 12-67
|
Process to become a bona fide permit holder
|
§ 1.11.171
|
Sec. 12-68
|
Issuance of municipal tennis court permits; conditions
|
§ 1.11.172
|
Sec. 12-69
|
Regulations for use of tennis courts
|
§ 1.11.143
|
Sec. 12-70
|
Willful damage
|
§ 1.11.144
|
Article V. Regulation of Park Weddings
|
| |
Sec. 12-82
|
Restrictions
|
§ 1.11.201
|
Sec. 12-83
|
Liability
|
§ 1.11.202
|
CHAPTER 13. PEDDLERS AND SOLICITORS
|
| |
Sec. 13-1
|
Short title
|
§ 4.04.001
|
Sec. 13-2
|
Purpose
|
§ 4.04.002
|
Sec. 13-3
|
Definitions
|
§ 4.04.003
|
Sec. 13-4
|
Permit requirements and exemptions
|
§ 4.04.031
|
Sec. 13-5
|
Permit for sponsoring juvenile peddlers
|
§ 4.04.032
|
Sec. 13-6
|
Permit application
|
§ 4.04.033
|
Sec. 13-7
|
Fees
|
§ 4.04.034
|
Sec. 13-8
|
Bond
|
§ 4.04.035
|
Sec. 13-9
|
Application review and permit issuance
|
§ 4.04.036
|
Sec. 13-10
|
Denial of permit
|
§ 4.04.037
|
Sec. 13-11
|
Permit expiration
|
§ 4.04.038
|
Sec. 13-12
|
Identification badges
|
§ 4.04.039
|
Sec. 13-13
|
Permit exhibition
|
§ 4.04.040
|
Sec. 13-14
|
Transfer prohibited
|
§ 4.04.041
|
Sec. 13-15
|
Time and place regulations
|
§ 4.04.004
|
Sec. 13-16
|
Permit revocation
|
§ 4.04.042
|
Sec. 13-17
|
Notice and hearing
|
§ 4.04.043
|
Sec. 13-18
|
Appeals
|
§ 4.04.044
|
Sec. 13-19
|
Claims of exemption
|
§ 4.04.045
|
CHAPTER 13 1/2. PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
| |
Sec. 13 1/2-1
|
Established
|
§ 1.10.001
|
Sec. 13 1/2-2
|
Gifts and donations of books and materials
|
§ 1.10.002
|
Sec. 13 1/2-3
|
Operation funds
|
§ 1.10.003
|
Sec. 13 1/2-4
|
Free use of the library
|
§ 1.10.004
|
Sec. 13 1/2-5
|
Librarian–Appointment
|
§ 1.10.005
|
Sec. 13 1/2-6
|
Same–Duties
|
§ 1.10.006
|
Sec. 13 1/2-7
|
Library advisory committee created
|
§ 1.10.007
|
Sec. 13 1/2-8
|
Hours
|
§ 1.10.008
|
Sec. 13 1/2-9
|
Library cards required
|
§ 1.10.009
|
Sec. 13 1/2-10
|
Collection and establishing library fees
|
§ 1.10.010
|
Sec. 13 1/2-11
|
Destruction of library property; punishment
|
§ 1.10.011
|
Sec. 13 1/2-12
|
Penalty for failure to comply with library rules and regulations
|
§ 1.10.012
|
CHAPTER 13 3/4. SPECIAL EVENTS
|
| |
Article I. In General
|
| |
Sec. 13 3/4-1
|
Definitions
|
§ 1.12.001
|
Sec. 13 3/4-2
|
General authority and duty of director of public safety
|
§ 1.12.004
|
Sec. 13 3/4-3
|
Chapter cumulative
|
§ 1.12.005
|
Sec. 13 3/4-4
|
Exemptions
|
§ 1.12.006
|
Article II. Special Event Permits
|
| |
Sec. 13 3/4-21
|
Application; issuance; notice
|
§ 1.12.031
|
Sec. 13 3/4-22
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Denial or revocation
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§ 1.12.032
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Sec. 13 3/4-23
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Special conditions
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§ 1.12.033
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Sec. 13 3/4-24
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Appeal from denial or revocation
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§ 1.12.034
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Article III. Enforcement
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Sec. 13 3/4-41
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Offenses
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§ 1.12.003
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Sec. 13 3/4-42
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Penalty
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§ 1.12.002
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CHAPTER 14. STREETS AND SIDEWALKS
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Article I. In General
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Sec. 14-1
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Certain ordinances relating to streets not affected by code
|
§ 3.13.001
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Sec. 14-2
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Adoption of state law relating to street improvements and assessments
|
§ 3.13.002
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Sec. 14-3
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Obstructing streets, sidewalks and entrances and exits to buildings
by assemblages or congregations
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§ 8.01.006
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Sec. 14-4
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Playing ball in streets and alleys
|
§ 8.01.007
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Sec. 14-5
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Damaging or defacing street signs
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§ 8.01.008
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Sec. 14-6
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Defacing sidewalks
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§ 8.01.009
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Sec. 14-7
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Mixing or dropping concrete or mortar on pavement
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§ 8.01.010
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Sec. 14-8
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Drainage of roof water under sidewalks
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§ 8.01.011
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Sec. 14-9
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Trees, bushes, plants abutting on public places; removal required;
notice to remove; failure of owner to remove; removal by town; assessment
and collection of expenses
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§ 3.13.174
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Article II. Construction or Repair of Sidewalks, Curbs,
Gutters and Driveways
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Sec. 14-21
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Definitions
|
§ 3.13.031
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Sec. 14-22
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Purpose and intent of article
|
§ 3.13.032
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Sec. 14-23
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General powers and duties of building inspector in enforcing
and administering article
|
§ 3.13.033
|
Sec. 14-24
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Bond
|
§ 3.13.034
|
Sec. 14-25
|
Permit
|
§ 3.13.035
|
Sec. 14-26
|
General standards
|
§ 3.13.036
|
Sec. 14-27
|
Sidewalk standards
|
§ 3.13.037
|
Sec. 14-28
|
Curb and gutter standards
|
§ 3.13.038
|
Sec. 14-29
|
Driveway approach standards–Generally
|
§ 3.13.039
|
Sec. 14-30
|
Same–Residential driveways
|
§ 3.13.040
|
Sec. 14-31
|
Same–Commercial driveways
|
§ 3.13.041
|
Sec. 14-32
|
Inspection of materials
|
§ 3.13.042
|
Sec. 14-33
|
Alignment; grade and line stakes
|
§ 3.13.043
|
Sec. 14-34
|
Lights, guards, retaining walls, etc.
|
§ 3.13.044
|
Sec. 14-35
|
Clean up when work completed
|
§ 3.13.045
|
Sec. 14-36
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Alternate materials and construction
|
§ 3.13.046
|
Sec. 14-37
|
Variances
|
§ 3.13.047
|
Sec. 14-38
|
Duty of property owners to reconstruct or repair
|
§ 3.13.048
|
Sec. 14-39
|
Restoration of curb when driveway abandoned
|
§ 3.13.049
|
Sec. 14-40
|
Liability for damages resulting from defects
|
§ 3.13.050
|
Article III. Excavations
|
| |
Sec. 14-51
|
Short title
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-52
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Purpose
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-53
|
Definitions
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-54
|
General
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-55
|
Application for a permit
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-56
|
Surety bond
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-57
|
Insurance
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-58
|
Emergencies
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-59
|
Permit fee
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-60
|
Revocation of permit
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-61
|
Permit expiration
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-62
|
Barricades and warning devices
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-63
|
Routing of traffic
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-64
|
Protection of utilities
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-65
|
Protection of adjoining property
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-66
|
Prompt completion of work
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-67
|
Construction requirements
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-68
|
Final cleanup
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-69
|
Unsatisfactory repairs
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-70
|
Town’s right to restore surface
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-71
|
Town work and utility companies
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-72
|
Unlawful activities
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-73
|
Liability
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
Sec. 14-74
|
Penalty for violations
|
Dltd. by Ord. 2025
|
CHAPTER 14-1/2. TAXATION
|
| |
Sec. 14-1/2-1
|
Homestead tax exemption to persons sixty-five years or older–Granted;
exception
| |
Sec. 14-1/2-2
|
Same–Proof of entitlement
| |
Sec. 14-1/2-3
|
Local sales and use tax act to be continued
| |
Sec. 14-1/2-4
|
Tax on telecommunications services
| |
Sec. 14-1/2-5
|
Taxation of certain exempt tangible personal property
| |
CHAPTER 15. TRAFFIC CODE
|
| |
Article I. In General
|
| |
Sec. 15-1
|
Short title
| |
Sec. 15-2
|
Definitions
| |
Sec. 15-3
|
Duty of police to enforce chapter and state traffic laws
| |
Sec. 15-4
|
Authority of police officers to direct traffic
| |
Sec. 15-5
|
Authority of officers of fire department to direct traffic
| |
Sec. 15-6
|
Obedience to traffic officers
| |
Sec. 15-8
|
Vehicles prohibited on public property; exceptions
| |
Sec. 15-9
|
Riding on motorcycles
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-10
|
Riding on portion of vehicle not intended for passengers
| |
Sec. 15-11
|
Boarding or alighting from moving vehicle
| |
Sec. 15-12
|
Clinging to moving vehicles
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-13
|
Use of roller skates, coasters, etc., on roadway
| |
Sec. 15-14
|
Use of vehicles for primary purpose of advertising
| |
Sec. 15-15
|
Noisy vehicles
| |
Sec. 15-16
|
Spilling vehicle load
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-17
|
Vehicles emitting gas and smoke
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-18
|
Glass, nails, etc., not to be deposited in street; removal of
same
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-20
|
Removing or damaging traffic barriers
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-23
|
Application of chapter to persons riding animals or driving
animal-drawn vehicles
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-24
|
Application of chapter to drivers of government vehicles
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-26
|
Books for traffic citation forms
| |
Sec. 15-27
|
General procedure for arrests for traffic violations; violation
of written promise to appear
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-29
|
Warrant for arrest of violators
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-30
|
Disposition of complaints for violations generally
| |
Sec. 15-31
|
Record of violations
| |
Sec. 15-32
|
Unlawful disposal, alteration, etc. of citations, complaints
or warrants
| |
Sec. 15-33
|
Unlicensed juvenile drivers
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Article II. Operation of Vehicles Generally
|
| |
Sec. 15-45
|
Passing vehicle proceeding in same direction–in school
zones
| |
Sec. 15-48
|
Turns prohibited at specific intersections
| |
Sec. 15-48.1
|
Streets where right lane required to turn right
| |
Sec. 15-49
|
Limitations on turning around
| |
Sec. 15-53
|
Right-of-way when turning left
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-54
|
Yield intersections
| |
Sec. 15-55
|
Stop intersections
|
Amnd. by Ord. 1970
|
Sec. 15-55.1
|
Vehicles prohibited from entering streets designated by a “do
not enter” sign
| |
Sec. 15-55.2
|
Motor vehicles prohibited on Byron Avenue between St. Johns
Drive and Cornell Avenue on all school days of Armstrong School
| |
Sec. 15-56
|
Stop required when emerging from alley, private road or driveway
or building
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-57
|
Limitation on backing
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-62
|
Obstructing traffic generally
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-63
|
Obstructing intersection or crosswalk
| |
Sec. 15-67
|
Driving in processions
| |
Sec. 15-68
|
Driving through processions
| |
Sec. 15-69
|
Driving on sidewalks or parkways generally
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-70
|
Cutting corners
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-72
|
Driving on fresh pavement
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-73
|
Causing noise by spinning of tires
| |
Sec. 15-74
|
Weaving in and out of traffic or cutting in from one line of
traffic to another
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-75
|
Negligent collision
| |
Article III. Traffic-Control Devices
|
| |
Sec. 15-81
|
Conformity with manual and specifications of state highway department;
uniformity
| |
Sec. 15-82
|
Obedience to devices
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-83
|
Necessity of signs
| |
Sec. 15-84
|
Traffic-control signals generally–Legend
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-85
|
Same–Location
| |
Sec. 15-85.1
|
Right on arrow only, no right turn on red locations
| |
Sec. 15-86
|
Flashing signals–Legend
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-87
|
Same–Location–flashing red
|
Rpld. by Ord. 2116
|
Sec. 15-88
|
Same–Flashing yellow
|
Rpld. by Ord. 2116
|
Sec. 15-90
|
Unauthorized signs, signals, etc.
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Article IV. One-Way Streets and Alleys
|
| |
Sec. 15-103
|
Streets designated
| |
Sec. 15-104
|
Signs
| |
Sec. 15-105
|
Vehicles to move only in indicated direction
| |
Article V. Speed Regulations
|
| |
Sec. 15-116
|
Application of state speed laws
| |
Sec. 15-117
|
Maximum limits generally
| |
Sec. 15-118
|
Maximum limits in alleys
| |
Sec. 15-119
|
Maximum limits in school zones at designated times
| |
Sec. 15-120
|
Twenty m.p.h. limit on specific streets other than school zones
| |
Sec. 15-122
|
Posting of speed limit signs
| |
Sec. 15-123
|
Effect of established limits
| |
Sec. 15-124
|
Exemptions from article
| |
Article VI. Stopping, Standing, Parking, Etc.
|
| |
Division 1. Generally
|
| |
Sec. 15-136
|
Prohibited in specified places
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-137
|
Prohibited for certain purposes
| |
Sec. 15-138
|
Ten feet of roadway to be left available for traffic
| |
Sec. 15-139
|
Method of parking generally
| |
Sec. 15-140
|
Parking in alleys
| |
Sec. 15-141
|
Criteria for and designation of fire lanes and parking therein
|
Amnd. by Ord. 2100
|
Sec. 15-142
|
Parking on streets under repair
| |
Sec. 15-143
|
Parking for more than twenty-four hours
| |
Sec. 15-144
|
Loading zones
| |
Sec. 15-145
|
Parking in bus stop
| |
Sec. 15-146
|
Parking on private property
| |
Sec. 15-147
|
Necessity for parking signs or curb markings
| |
Sec. 15-149
|
Citations for illegal parking
| |
Sec. 15-150
|
Responsibility of vehicle owner for parking violations and presumption
relative thereto
| |
Sec. 15-151
|
School passenger zones
|
Amnd. by Ord. 1932
|
Sec. 15-152
|
Street(s) closed to vehicular traffic
| |
Division 2. Parking Regulations for Specific Streets
|
| |
Sec. 15-161
|
Angle parking permitted
|
Amnd. by Ord. 1932
|
Sec. 15-162
|
Prohibited at all times
|
Amnd. by Ord. 1932
|
Sec. 15-163
|
Prohibited except on Sundays and holidays
|
Amnd. by Ord. 1795
|
Sec. 15-164
|
Prohibited between certain hours
|
Amnd. by Ord. 1971
|
Sec. 15-165
|
Limited to two hours
|
Amnd. by Ord. 1932
|
Sec. 15-166
|
Parking privileges for persons with a disability; designation
of certain parking spaces; violations and penalty
| |
Division 3. Parking in Highland Park Shopping Village
|
| |
Sec. 15-173
|
Definitions
| |
Sec. 15-174
|
Parking plan to be approved
| |
Sec. 15-175
|
Designation of restricted parking areas and time limits on parking
| |
Sec. 15-176
|
Parking in prohibited area
| |
Sec. 15-177
|
Overtime parking
| |
Sec. 15-178
|
Enforcement of division
| |
Sec. 15-179
|
Presumption that owner parked vehicle in violation of division
| |
Division 4. Impoundment and Sale of Standing or ParkedVehicles
|
| |
Sec. 15-187
|
Authority to impound; designation of pound
|
Amnd. by Ord. 1717
|
Sec. 15-188
|
Notice of impoundment
| |
Sec. 15-191
|
Redemption before sale
|
Amnd. by Ord. 1717
|
Sec. 15-192
|
Fees
| |
Article VII. Special Regulations for Commercial Vehicles
|
| |
Sec. 15-204
|
Vehicles with load capacity exceeding two thousand pounds prohibited
on certain streets; exceptions
|
Amnd. by Ord. 1977
|
Sec. 15-205
|
Limitation on parking of commercial vehicles
| |
Sec. 15-206
|
Regulations for buses
| |
Article VIII. Bicycles
|
| |
Sec. 15-217
|
Application of traffic regulations to riders
|
Amnd. by Ord. 2042
|
Sec. 15-218
|
Riders to obey traffic-control devices
|
Amnd. by Ord. 2042
|
Sec. 15-219
|
Use of permanent seat required; carrying excess persons
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-220
|
Riders carrying articles
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-224
|
Speed
|
Amnd. by Ord. 2042
|
Sec. 15-225
|
Riders to yield right-of-way in certain cases
|
Amnd. by Ord. 2042
|
Sec. 15-226
|
Riding on sidewalks
|
Amnd. by Ord. 2042
|
Sec. 15-227
|
Parking
|
Amnd. by Ord. 2031
|
Sec. 15-228
|
Parents and guardians not to authorize or permit violations
of article
| |
Article IX. Pedestrians
|
| |
Sec. 15-239
|
Application of article
| |
Sec. 15-240
|
Right-of-way in crosswalks
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-241
|
When use of crosswalks required
| |
Sec. 15-242
|
Use of right half of crosswalks
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-243
|
Duty to yield right-of-way to vehicles
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-244
|
Walking, jogging, trotting or running on roadways
| |
Sec. 15-246
|
Receiving and discharging passengers
| |
Sec. 15-248
|
Pedestrian crosswalks designated
| |
Article X. Taxicabs
|
| |
Sec. 15-270
|
Definitions
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-271
|
Permit required; application
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-272
|
Taxicab franchise and/or license with City of Dallas required
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-273
|
Certificate of insurance coverage required
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-275
|
Annual taxi permit required
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-276
|
Chauffeur license required of taxicab drivers
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
Sec. 15-277
|
Permits nontransferable without consent of town
|
Rpld. by Ord. adopting Code
|
CHAPTER 15 1/2. TREES AND SHRUBS
|
| |
Sec. 15 1/2-1
|
Short title
|
§ 3.13.161
|
Sec. 15 1/2-2
|
Definitions
|
§ 3.13.162
|
Sec. 15 1/2-3
|
Trees and shrubs in public places
|
§ 3.13.164
|
Sec. 15 1/2-4
|
Care of public trees and shrubs by abutting property owners
|
§ 3.13.166
|
Sec. 15 1/2-5
|
Removal of trees and shrubs from public property
|
§ 3.13.167
|
Sec. 15 1/2-6
|
Damaging or destroying trees or shrubs
|
§ 3.13.168
|
Sec. 15 1/2-7
|
Planting of trees or shrubs on public property
|
§ 3.13.169
|
Sec. 15 1/2-8
|
Public care of trees and shrubs
|
§ 3.13.170
|
Sec. 15 1/2-9
|
Private trees or shrubs obstructing public right-of-way
|
§ 3.13.173
|
Sec. 15 1/2-10
|
Protection of trees and shrubs on public property
|
§ 3.13.171
|
Sec. 15 1/2-11
|
Placing materials on public property
|
§ 3.13.172
|
Sec. 15 1/2-12
|
Exceptions during emergencies
|
§ 3.13.165
|
Sec. 15 1/2-13
|
Creation and establishment of tree advisory committee
|
§ 3.13.163
|
CHAPTER 16. WATER AND SEWERS
|
| |
Article I. In General
|
| |
Sec. 16-1
|
Definitions
| |
Sec. 16-2
|
Application for water services
| |
Sec. 16-3
|
Meters
| |
Sec. 16-4
|
Deposits; rates
|
|
|
16-4(a)
| |
|
16-4(b)
|
Amnd. by Ord. 1638
|
|
16-4(c), (d)
| |
Sec. 16-4.1
|
Prohibited additives to cooling towers or boilers
| |
Sec. 16-4.2
|
Prohibited drainage into storm sewer or surface drain system
|
Rpld. by Ord. 1908
|
Sec. 16-4.3
|
Prohibited waste of town water
| |
Sec. 16-5
|
Town water service prerequisite to sewer connection; concurrent
billing; no abatement of charge due to vacancy of premises
| |
Sec. 16-5.1
|
Sewer service to be rendered jointly and in connection with
water service
| |
Sec. 16-5.2
|
Sewer rates
|
|
|
16-5.2(a)–(j)
|
Amnd. by Ord. 1603
|
|
16-5.2(k)
|
Amnd. by Ord. 1875
|
Sec. 16-6
|
Collection of fees; verification of meter; adjustment of bill
| |
Sec. 16-7
|
Service charges and fees other than rates
| |
Sec. 16-8
|
Notices to and from the water department, customers and other
persons
| |
Sec. 16-9
|
Fire hydrants; storage tanks; cross connections prohibited
|
|
|
16.9(a)–(d)
| |
|
16.9(e)–(i)
| |
Sec. 16-10
|
Special provisions relative to plumbers
| |
Sec. 16-11
|
Offenses against the water system; prima facie evidence
| |
Sec. 16-12
|
Liability for interruption of service or water damage
| |
Sec. 16-13
|
Inspectors and inspections
| |
Sec. 16-14
|
Penalty for violation
|
Amnd. by Ord. 1624
|
Article II. Sewer Use Regulations
|
| |
Sec. 16-31
|
General provisions
| |
Sec. 16-32
|
General sewer use requirements
|
Amnd. by Ord. 2024
|
Sec. 16-33
|
Pretreatment of wastewater
| |
Sec. 16-34
|
Wastewater discharge permit application
| |
Sec. 16-35
|
Wastewater discharge permit issuance process
| |
Sec. 16-36
|
Reporting requirements
| |
Sec. 16-37
|
Compliance monitoring
| |
Sec. 16-38
|
Confidential information
| |
Sec. 16-39
|
Publication of users in significant noncompliance
| |
Sec. 16-40
|
Administrative enforcement remedies
| |
Sec. 16-41
|
Judicial enforcement remedies
| |
Sec. 16-43
|
Affirmative defenses to discharge violations
| |
Article III. Water Conservation and Drought Contingency
Plan
|
| |
Sec. 16-54
|
Adoption by reference
|
Superseded by Ords. 1620, 1621
|
Sec. 16-55
|
Waste of water unlawful; implementation of water conservation
requirements
| |
Sec. 16-56
|
Violation and penalty
|