2019-0350
INTRODUCED BY: JULIA FISHER-PERRIER, COUNCILWOMAN, DISTRICT VII
ORDINANCE NO. ___________
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An ordinance to amend the St Charles Parish Code of Ordinances Chapter 16, Nuisances to add Article V. Distribution of Printed Matter Sections 16-53 to 16-59, to establish provisions with respect to the distribution of solicited and unsolicited printed matter, and otherwise providing with respect thereto.
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WHEREAS, residents regularly express a desire to be able to halt the distribution of unwanted printed matter with respect to their private properties; and,
WHEREAS, residents regularly contact distributors, publishers, and the Parish with respect to the distribution of printed matter disturbing the peaceful possession of properties; and,
WHEREAS, the distribution of unwanted printed matter creates an unwelcome burden of maintenance for residents and the Parish; and,
WHEREAS, repeated requests by residents for distributors and publishers not to deliver unsolicited printed matter to their properties are not always addressed; and,
WHEREAS, unsolicited printed matter often accumulates on properties without the knowledge of residents, especially when such residents are vacationing or otherwise away from home; and,
WHEREAS, the unchecked accumulation of printed matter on properties hinders efforts to limit filth and prevent blight; and,
WHEREAS, the accumulation of printed matter upon a residential premises creates an appearance of vacancy that encourages criminal behavior dangerous to the public; and,
WHEREAS, this Council has received reports that unsolicited printed matter has contributed to damaging property, including but not limited to causing or contributing to sewage and/or drainage backups; and,
WHEREAS, the Parish Council may enact any ordinance necessary, requisite or proper to promote, protect, and preserve the general welfare, safety, health, peace and good order of St. Charles Parish.
THE ST. CHARLES PARISH COUNCIL HEREBY ORDAINS:
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