It is declared to the be policy of
the city that the peace, health, safety and welfare of residents,
visitors and persons who work in the city be protected from excessive
noises from leaf blowers operated too early or too loudly; as well
as be protected from inhaling or being exposed to engine exhaust emissions
from gasoline-powered leaf blowers.
(Ord. 2250, 12/19/2023)
For the purposes of this chapter,
certain terms are defined as follows:
means any leaf blower directly powered by an internal combustion
engine using gasoline, alcohol or other liquid or gases fluid.
means a machine that generates a current of air used to collect
loose leaves debris.
(Ord. 2250, 12/19/2023)
Beginning June 1, 2024, it is unlawful
for any person to operate a gasoline-powered leaf blower at any time
in the city.
(Ord. 2250, 12/19/2023)
Leaf blowers are a machine or device subject to the noise regulations of Chapter 9.04.
(Ord. 2250, 12/19/2023)
A.
A violation of this chapter may be documented by an administrative citation, as set forth in Chapter 1.24, issued by a police officer or community services officer of the police department, or a code enforcement officer of the community development department.
B.
The remedies provided in this chapter are
cumulative and in addition to any other remedies available at law
or in equity.
(Ord. 2250, 12/19/2023)
If any section or provision of this
chapter is found to be invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction,
such finding shall not affect the validity of the remainder of this
chapter, which shall continue in full force and effect.
(Ord. 2250, 12/19/2023)
