A.
Graffiti
caused by aerosol spray paint and marker pens is growing within the
City of Garden Grove. The presence of graffiti upon public and private
property creates visual blight upon the community that adversely affects
property values and the peace, health, and welfare of the residents
of the City of Garden Grove.
B.
The
City Council finds that supplemental local deterrents in addition
to the provisions of state law are essential to prevent the use of
aerosol containers of paint and marker pens in the proliferation of
graffiti.
C.
Accordingly,
the City Council finds and determines that restrictions upon the accessibility
of the sale of these items at commercial establishments is an essential
element in inhibiting individuals from illegally spreading graffiti
throughout the community.
(2265 § 1, 1993; 2802 § 1, 2011)
Every person who owns, conducts, operates, or manages a commercial
establishment selling aerosol containers or marker pens (with tips
exceeding four millimeters in width) containing anything other than
a solution that can be removed with water after it dries, shall store
such aerosol containers or marker pens in a secure area not accessible
to touch by members of the public without employee assistance.
(2265 § 1, 1993; 2802 § 1, 2011)
