The city manager may, in accordance with the provisions of this article, grant permits for special events for the use of a mall during specified hours. The term "special events" as used in this chapter shall include organized community activity of either a commercial or noncommercial nature proposed to be conducted upon a mall, which in the opinion of the city manager, could be conducted upon a mall and not interfere with the health, safety or welfare of the community, or the owners' properties fronting a mall, and which would promote education, community spirit, bring interest to the districts of the city surrounding a mall, or stimulate any other worthwhile community enterprise. (Prior code § 51.03.301)