(b)
Proof of a culpable mental state is not required to prove an offense under this article, except for section 4.07.048(b) (hours of operation).
(c)
Each day that a violation occurs or continues is a separate offense.
(a)
The city council has determined that this article is necessary to protect health, life, and property and to preserve the good government, order, and security of the city and its inhabitants.
(b)
A person who continues to violate this article after being notified of the offense in writing by an authorized city representative is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $1,000.00 for each day or part of a day the violation occurs.
(c)
The city may file suit to enforce this article to collect a civil penalty.
(d)
The city may seek to enjoin violations of this article.
The remedies authorized under this division are cumulative. If the city files a civil or criminal action, it is not precluded from pursuing any other action or remedy.
The city attorney may, without further authorization of the city council, undertake the enforcement of this article by all legal means appropriate or necessary, including but not limited to: enforcement in municipal court, filing of appropriate criminal or civil actions in courts of appropriate jurisdiction, and to defend the city from suit if suit is taken to appeal any action of the city.
(Ordinance D20-11 #3 adopted 11/5/20)