HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 464-14 • 464-14 H22
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the City of Rochester has seen an increase in the number of transient
individuals using City lands for camping or overnight stays even though such lands are not
designed or designated for such use; and,
WHEREAS, the Rochester Code of Ordinances Section 4513.13 provides for park closing
hours that allows for the efficient regulation of City park lands related to individuals setting up
camps or staying overnight; and,
WHEREAS, there are no similar regulations restricting the overnight use of non-park City
lands such as flood control lands, storm water facilities, wetlands, RPU properties, etc., and the
City staff are seeking direction and authorization from the Council of the City of Rochester to
regulate these lands in a manner similar to park lands.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of
Rochester, Minnesota, that no person shall be allowed to place or erect tents, shelters, or camps
on City lands, or stay overnight on such lands without the prior consent of the City Council. City
employees, including but not limited to members of the Rochester Police Department, are
directed and authorized to enforce this resolution and the provisions of Minn. Stat. Section
609.605 relating to trespassing, to prevent the establishment of such camps and shelters and
the overnight staying on City lands by unauthorized persons.
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