(a) The discrimination practices prohibited herein not only have a serious adverse impact upon the individual or group subjected to such practices, but also cause a severe and adverse impact on the public welfare of the citizens of the City through denying its citizens the benefits of a diverse community and by projecting an image that the City countenances such illegal practice. The City, through its Law Director, may at the direction of the Mayor or Council take such actions as are necessary to enforce the provisions of this chapter including, but not limited to, filing court actions against violators of this chapter participating in such illegal practices.
(b) Anyone in violation of this chapter shall be subject to a fine of one hundred dollars ($100.00) per violation in addition to any other penalty provided by law.
(c) The City is empowered to aid, at the request of State, Federal or individual complainants, in the investigation and enforcement of the provisions of this chapter or of any related State or Federal law whether enacted at this time or subsequent to the enactment of this chapter.
(Ord. 127-07. Passed 12-10-07.)