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Council adopts amended park‑hours ordinance to restrict presence in parks after dark
Summary
The council adopted an amended ordinance making it unlawful to enter or remain in outdoor parks from one hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise, except in areas illuminated for nighttime activities or when Parks Department‑sanctioned activities are occurring; council amended the language to use “or” between the exceptions to clarify scope.
The Rolla City Council adopted an amended ordinance revising park‑hours rules to address illegal activity and vandalism in city parks after dark.
Under the amended ordinance it is unlawful for any person to enter or remain in any city outdoor park or playground from one hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise, except in areas that are illuminated for the purpose of nighttime activities or when parks‑department‑sanctioned activities are taking place. Council amended the ordinance language during debate to change the executive-summary phrasing from “and” to “or,” a modification staff and legal counsel said was material and clearer…
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