CITY OF SEATTLE
ORDINANCE __________________
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AN ORDINANCE relating to permits in parks; stating a maximum term for permits in parks; clarifying the nature of permissible commercial activities in parks; and amending Sections 18.12.030, 18.12.042, and 18.12.160 of the Seattle Municipal Code.
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WHEREAS, in the last ten years, the City of Seattle has seen an increase in requests to use Seattle Parks and Recreation ("Department") properties for commercial activities, including fitness boot camps, outdoor educational classes, and food vending; and
WHEREAS, concession contracts and use permits are awarded through a competitive process, with park activation and enhancement as the primary criteria; and
WHEREAS, the City seeks to further clarify permit and concession contract requirements while confirming the department's authority and responsibility to maintain City parks as safe and welcoming spaces for all park users; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF SEATTLE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Section 18.12.030 of the Seattle Municipal Code, last amended by Ordinance 118607, is amended as follows:
18.12.030 Definitions-Rules of construction((.))
A. Unless clearly inconsistent with the context in which used, the following definitions apply:
1. "Adequate leash" means a leash of ((eight (8))) 8 feet in length or shorter.
2. "Aquarium" means a facility with artificial habitats containing aquatic or other forms of life for purposes of research, recreation, conservation, education, or viewing.
3. "At large" means a dog or other animal inside ((The City of)) Seattle, off the premises of the owner, and not under control by adequate leash.
4. "Camp" means: to remain overnight((,)) ; to erect a tent or other shelter((,)) ; or to use sleeping equipment, a vehicle, or a trailer camper, for the purpose of or in such a way as will permit remaining overnight.
5. "City...
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