§ 5-5.202. Unauthorized Entry into Waste Containers.

(a)

The City Council recognizes that there is an increasing problem both nationally and locally involving persons who forage waste containers.

The City Council finds that there is risk to the public health and safety when:

(1)

Waste is strewn about;

(2)

Waste containers are left open to animals;

(3)

Waste containers and lids are left in roadways or walkways.

(b)

The City Council further finds that entry into waste containers by unauthorized individuals may subject owners to public nuisance liabilities for which they have no remedy unless provided by an addition to the Modesto Municipal Code.

(c)

The Council hereby finds that an ordinance is needed for the preservation of the public peace, health, safety and general welfare of the residents of the City of Modesto based upon the finding of facts declared by the City Council hereinabove stated.

(Added by Ord. 3471-C.S., § 1, effective 2-21-08)