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Council directs solicitor to consolidate Parade and Festival ordinances into single Special Events ordinance
Summary
Council discussed conflicting language between the Parade Ordinance and Festival Ordinance and voted to direct the solicitor to combine, update and advertise a single Special Events Ordinance; the recorded motion was seconded but the meeting minutes do not show a formal roll‑call outcome.
Council members identified inconsistent language between Mechanicsburg’s Parade Ordinance and Festival Ordinance and directed the solicitor to prepare a consolidated Special Events Ordinance.
Councilwoman Martin told the council that, after consulting with the police department, staff found conflicting provisions in the two current ordinances and recommended a single, consolidated "Special Events Ordinance" for clarity and consistency. Councilwoman Agerton moved to direct the solicitor to combine, update and advertise ordinances regarding events; Vice President Anthony seconded the motion. The meeting record does not include a roll‑call tally for the motion.
Solicitor James will be asked to draft the consolidated ordinance and arrange required advertising and notice. The council did not set a public hearing date or a timetable in the Nov. 18 session.
