Sections:
12.104.010 Definitions.
12.104.020 Authority of city manager and city officials.
12.104.030 Mooring charges.
12.104.040 Mooring in violation of this chapter.
12.104.050 Failure or refusal to comply with a lawful order to remove a vessel.
12.104.060 Registration of vessels.
12.104.070 Children on the docks.
12.104.080 Animals on the docks.
12.104.090 Non-seaworthy vessels.
12.104.100 Fishing.
12.104.110 Refuse.
12.104.120 Sanitary facilities.
12.104.130 Open-flame devices.
12.104.140 Tampering with or boarding vessels.
12.104.150 Defacing property.
12.104.160 Skateboards, roller skates, roller blades, scooters, and bicycles.
12.104.170 Engaging in commercial activity.
12.104.180 Loading or unloading of passengers for hire.
12.104.190 Liability for damage or loss of property.
12.104.200 Accident reports.
12.104.210 Violations and enforcement.
As used in this chapter:
"City manager" means the city manager or designee.
"Docks" or "Old Sacramento docks" means the docks in Old Sacramento located upon the Sacramento River, including the ramps for egress and ingress.
"Moor" means to attach, tie, or otherwise secure a vessel to any man-made or natural object above the surface of the water.
"Seaworthy" means in good condition, structurally sound, not likely to sink or become a menace to navigation or a nuisance, and capable of getting underway and safely maneuvering over the surface of navigable waters.
"Vessel" means any watercraft of any type or size including barges, ferries, boats, yachts, houseboats, floating homes, floating platforms, and rafts. (Ord. 2022-0012 § 2)
A. Every vessel moored at the Old Sacramento docks is subject to the direction and orders of the city manager. To the extent authorized by law, city officials may enter upon any vessel moored at the Old Sacramento docks to make inspections and take actions as may be required to enforce the provisions of this chapter or other applicable provisions of the city code.
B. The city manager may:
1. Promulgate regulations and procedures to effectuate and enforce this chapter;
2. Establish time and place restrictions for the mooring of vessels at the Old Sacramento docks;
3. With the concurrence of the chief of police, order the docks, or any portion of the docks, closed when the city manager determines closure will preserve the public peace, prevent damage to public property, quell riots or violence, or determines closure is otherwise in the public interest;
4. Post signs or other markings at or near the Old Sacramento docks indicating the regulations or procedures; and
5. Enter into any concession contract, lease, license, or permit, with the owner of a vessel to moor at the Old Sacramento docks. (Ord. 2022-0012 § 2)
A. Any fees and charges for the mooring of vessels or other activities provided for in this chapter shall be in amounts established by resolution of city council.
B. The fees and charges established under subsection A shall not apply to vessel owners paying rent, monthly moorage fees, or docking fees under a concession contract, lease, license, or similar agreement. (Ord. 2022-0012 § 2)
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