(A) Definitions. For the purpose of this section the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
DOMESTIC WATERFOWL. Non- native ducks, geese, and swans not retained in agricultural activities.
FEED or FEEDING. The act of furnishing of food or other substance.
MIGRATORY WATERFOWL. Ducks, geese and swans native to North America.
(B) Prohibition of feeding. No person or persons shall feed, cause to be fed or provide food for migratory or domestic waterfowl in lands or waters publicly owned within the city. No person or persons shall foster any condition to exist or continue which results in a congregation or congestion of migratory or domestic waterfowl within the corporate limits of the city.
(C) Penalties for offenses. Any person or persons found to be violating this section shall be subject to a fine of $50 per offense, enforceable by the Police Department or Animal Control Officer. Each day any such violation continues shall constitute a separate offense. The imposition of any fines under this section shall not prevent the enforced abatement of any unlawful condition of the city.
(Ord. 20-2887, passed 9-21-20)