(A) It shall be unlawful for any person to possess any graffiti tool while on the grounds of any public park within the city unless the graffiti tool is possessed under the following circumstances:
(1) By any person with the purpose of engaging in any education endeavor, writing correspondence or printing written communication, art project, business project or other creative endeavor at the time of the possession provided that such activity does not mark or damage any part of the public park or property;
(2) By any police officer using the implement in furtherance of his or her profession;
(3) By any person hired or authorized by the city to paint or mark any part of the public park or public property.
(B) Any person who violates any part of this section shall be subject to a fine of not less than twenty-five dollars ($25) nor more than five hundred dollars ($500).
(Ord. 2002-08-02, passed 9-11-02)