The purpose of this article is to provide for
the temporary blocking of City streets in a safe manner to allow neighborhoods,
or portions thereof, to have neighborhood block parties that will
use portions of the public street and temporarily close the street
to vehicular traffic.
As used in this article, the following terms
shall have the meanings indicated:
PARTY
A get-together, celebration or other similar event intended
to be attended by a neighborhood or section of the City, but shall
not include a garage sale, yard sale, bazaar, rummage sale or other
similar activity having the principal purpose of fund-raising for
an individual or organization, nor shall it include a political meeting
or rally, carnival, theatrical, or musical performances, such as concerts
or similar events.
STREET
A City street, highway or road.
The permit shall be approved by the City Manager
if it is determined that the block party meets the criteria of this
article and that blocking the street or portion thereof on the date
requested in the application will not unduly interfere with the flow
of vehicular traffic or the safety of the residents of the City. The
City Manager shall advise the applicant, in writing, of the reason
for denial of the application.
No more than two permits shall be granted by
the City in any calendar year for the same neighborhood.