If an authorized agent of the city finds any sign in violation of the terms of this chapter, such violations shall be punishable as a misdemeanor.
(A) Criminal.
(1) Violators will be notified by first class mail of the violation.
(2) Violators will be allowed 10 business days to conform to this chapter.
(3) If after 10 days the sign is still in violation, the City Attorney shall begin formal legal proceedings.
(B) Civil. The city reserves the right to pursue any civil remedy authorized by law. In pursuing such civil remedy, the cost incurred by the city attributable to such procedure, including staff time and attorney’s fees shall be chargeable to the violator.
(Ord. 90, passed 9-21-1987)