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Council reviews proposed public‑conduct ordinance for parks, discusses hours and vehicle restrictions

East Grand Forks City Council · May 27, 2025
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Summary

Parks and police staff presented a draft parks‑conduct ordinance setting park hours (5 a.m.–11 p.m.), banning vehicle operation off designated park roads and authorizing enforcement; councilmembers discussed signage, park‑by‑park closures and penalty language.

City parks and public‑works staff told the East Grand Forks City Council that a proposed public‑conduct ordinance would give the city tools to address vandalism, off‑roading, late‑night loitering and unauthorized vehicle access in parks and greenways.

"The hours that would be set in the ordinance are 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., which would also coincide with the hours of the greenway space," Mr. King said, describing coordinated…

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