The purpose of this bylaw is to address public concerns regarding
the environmental hazards to wildlife and marine life in the Town
of Harwich posed by the release and improper disposal of balloons,
balloons and their restraining attachments.
As used, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
BALLOON
Including, but not limited to, plastic, latex, rubber or
Mylar balloons.
LIGHTER-THAN-AIR GAS
A gas that is buoyant in air because it has an average density
lower than that of air (including, but not limited to helium gas).
RESTRAINING ATTACHMENTS
How the balloon is held in place, including but not limited
to, ribbon, rope, string, or sticks.
Launching or operation of lighter-than-air aircraft, or the
launching of balloons inflated with lighter-than-air gas by government
agencies or scientific organizations, is allowed.
Any person or establishment violating this chapter shall be punished by a noncriminal fine. Notwithstanding the general penalties set forth under Chapter
1 of these bylaws, the specific penalties for violations of this bylaw shall be as follows:
A. First offense: written warning.