It is hereby determined that the storage or accumulation of trash, rubbish, junk, junk automobiles, abandoned vehicles, building materials and the maintenance of blighted structures upon any private property within the city tends to result in blighted and deteriorated neighborhoods, the increase in criminal activity, the spread of vermin and disease and is contrary to the public peace, health, safety and general welfare of the community.
(Ord. 293, passed 10-27-1964)