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Tempe outlines proposed changes to nuisance and loud-party rules; second hearing set for May 1
Summary
Vice Mayor Lauren Garland introduced amendments to Tempe’s nuisance and party ordinances that would extend repeat‑offender windows to 365 days, raise fines, and expand enforcement tools; a second public hearing and final vote are scheduled for May 1, 2025.
Vice Mayor Lauren Garland presented proposed amendments to Tempe City Code Chapter 21 (nuisances) and Chapter 5, Article 3 (nuisance parties and unlawful gatherings) during the meeting’s first hearing on introduction. The council did not vote on the ordinance; the second and final public hearing is scheduled for May 1, 2025.
Garland said a stakeholder committee — which included council members, the Tempe Police…
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