(A) Use of this chapter shall be at the sole discretion of the city and is one remedy that the city has to address violations of this code. By adopting this chapter, the city does not intend to limit its discretion or ability to utilize any criminal, civil or other remedies, or any combination thereof, to address any violations of the city’s laws.
(B) This chapter makes any violation of the provisions of this code subject to civil fines.
(C) This chapter establishes the administrative procedures for the imposition, enforcement, collection, and administrative review of civil fines pursuant to Cal. Gov’t Code § 53069.4.
(D) An administrative fine shall be imposed by means of an administrative notice and citation issued by an Officer, and shall be paid directly to the city. Payment of a fine shall not excuse a failure to correct a violation, nor shall it bar concurrent or further enforcement actions by the city.
(E) The City Manager, or a designee thereof, may dismiss a citation at any time if a determination is made that is was issued in error, in which event any deposit of a fine shall be refunded. Notice of such action shall be given to the citee in writing.
(F) The City Manager, or a designee thereof, is authorized to promulgate procedural rules and regulations governing the provisions in this chapter.
(Ord. 2007-19 § 4 (part), 2007)