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Sec. 25-1. - Placing, depositing or putting merchandise or personal property on sidewalk.#
No person shall deposit, place or put, or suffer to be deposited, placed or put by any person in his employ, any goods, wares, chattels or merchandise on any sidewalk in the town, except while loading or shipping the same, or actually removing the same into or out of some building or enclosure, or loading the same into or unloading the same out of some vehicle, in such a manner as to interfere with the free discharge of the passengers or operator of a motor vehicle onto such sidewalk, whether such operator or passengers are actually being so discharged at the time or not.
(Code 1972, § 20-1)
Sec. 25-2. - Allowing water or other liquid to run onto streets, highways or other public places; exception.#
No person shall throw or deposit, or cause to be thrown or deposited, or suffer to flow into or upon, any street, highway or public place any water or other liquid which causes any noxious or unhealthy effluvia, or any filthy or dirty water. No water upon any land adjoining a public street or highway shall be permitted to run from any such land upon such street or highway, except spring water, the natural run of which may be upon such street or highway, and rainwater.
(Code 1972, § 20-2)
Sec. 25-3. - Bonds prerequisite to use of common.#
(a)
Any person to whom a license is issued for use of the Bristol Common shall first arrange for the posting of penal bond running to the town in the amount of $1,000.00, such bond to be approved by the finance director. Such amount shall be paid to the town if the common grounds, or such portion thereof as are used by such licensee, his or its agents or servants, are not cleared of all debris, refuse, papers, bottles, foodstuffs, scraps and other trash by 8:00 a.m. daily during the use by such licensee, his or its agents or servants, and so cleared also within eight hours after use thereof by such licensee, his or its agents or servants.
(b)
A bond to be approved by the finance director, shall be required of each licensee for use of the common, to cover any liability to which the town might become subject arising out of the operation or use of the common by such licensee, its agents or servants.
(c)
Any person to whom a license is issued for use of the Bristol Common shall first arrange for the posting of a suitable bond running to the town, such bond to be approved by the finance director. Such amount or any fraction thereof shall be payable to the town to cover any liability for property damage or personal injuries to which the town is subject by virtue of or arising out of the operation or use of the common by such licensee, its agents or servants.
(Code 1972, § 20-3)
Sec. 25-4. - Parades.#
(a)
No band of music, drum corps, company of musicians or other like body of people shall parade in or march through, along or across any of the public streets of the town and play upon or use any musical instruments while so parading or marching, without first obtaining a permit thereof from the chief of police.
(b)
No chairs, sleeping bags or any other items designated to "reserve space" may be placed in public areas, including streets, sidewalks and parks, prior to 5:00 a.m. on the day of any parade. "Roping-off" or otherwise reserving sections of a public street, sidewalk, or park along any parade route is prohibited at all times.
(Code 1972, § 20-4; Ord. No. 2002-19, 9-12-02)
Cross reference— Motor vehicles and traffic, ch. 16.
Sec. 25-5. - Streets, parks or common excavations.#
(a)
Permit required. No person shall excavate or dig into any portion of any of the public streets, parks or common in the town for any purpose, without having obtained a special permit therefor from the town council. The provisions of this section shall not apply to excavating or digging conducted by the state in the construction, improvement or maintenance of state roads, or to corporations having a right to excavate or dig into the public streets of the town under or by virtue of a contract between such corporation and the town, or to persons excavating, digging or cutting roads in emergency situations when no permit can reasonably be obtained.
(b)
Issuance of permit; terms and conditions. The town council may at any time issue a special permit authorizing any person to excavate or dig into the public streets, parks or common. Before issuing such special permit, he shall first receive from such person a written application setting forth the name and address of such applicant and a designation of the particular portion of public streets, park or common which the applicant desires to excavate or dig into, and a designation of the purpose for which such excavation or digging is to be carried on. Before issuing such special permit the town council shall receive a bond from such applicant running to the town, in such sum not less than $1,000.00 as the town council may fix, with such surety as is satisfactory to the town council. Such bond shall contain a condition that the obligation of the bond shall be in full force and effect unless the applicant shall, upon final completion of work, comply with subsection (c) of this section, and unless the town shall be free and harmless from all loss or damage arising by reason of any fault or neglect on the part of such applicant in the performance of the work. Such special permit shall designate the purpose of the excavating or digging permitted, and shall designate the particular portion of the public street, park or common to be excavated or dug into, and also the time limit within which such excavation or digging shall be completed. A duplicate of such permit shall be delivered to and recorded by the town clerk. No person who has received such special permit shall be authorized to excavate or dig into the public streets, parks or common at any time or place or for any other purpose than the time, place and purpose designated by such special permit. No person who has received such special permit shall do any work, excavating or digging thereunder, except in conformity with such orders, rules or regulations, general or special, established by the town council.
(c)
Curb-to-curb paving and cold planing. Every person, firm, business or utility digging or making any excavation in any street or highway of the town which has been repaved within five years of the excavation, or who shall cause the same to be done, shall fill up the same as soon as possible thereafter and shall leave such highway or street in as good condition as before the commencement of work. This shall mean the street or highway shall be repaved across the entire right-of-way from curb to curb over the excavated area, and 50 feet on either side of the excavation including cold planing (grinding) and edge matching, with a minimum settlement period of three months and a maximum of six months before permanent repairs are made; and left in a condition satisfactory to and approved by the director of public works.
(d)
Penalties. Except in emergency situations, any person who excavates, digs or cuts roads without first obtaining a permit to do so shall be subject to a warning for the first offense, a $250.00 fine for the second offense, and a $500.00 fine for all subsequent offenses.
(Code 1972, §§ 20-5, 20-6; Ord. No. 2007-33, 11-7-07; Ord. No. 2011-12, 9-7-11)
Sec. 25-6. - Removal of earth, sand or other material from streets, highways or public places.#
No person shall take and carry away from any street, highway or public place, any earth, sand, gravel, stone, sod, or other material, without permission from the director of public works.
(Code 1972, § 20-7)
Sec. 25-7. - Coasting on sleds.#
No person shall slide or coast on any sled, for amusement, on any street, avenue, sidewalk or passageway in the town, except in areas designated by the director of recreation and chief of police.
(Code 1972, § 20-8)
Cross reference— Motor vehicles and traffic, ch. 16.
Sec. 25-8. - Playing ball, throwing stones or missiles in streets.#
No person shall play at ball or throw any stones or other missiles for amusement, in any of the streets or highways of the town.
(Code 1972, § 20-9)
Cross reference— Motor vehicles and traffic, ch. 16.
Sec. 25-9. - Use of a certain portion of Low Lane.#
(a)
The westerly portion of Low Lane, so called, more particularly described in subsection (b) of this section, is hereby limited to travel by foot unless the town council authorizes otherwise by ordinance. Further, the town hereby declares the westerly part or section of Low Lane to be a public highway and shall maintain the same as a foot path while preserving the natural environmental scenic value of this westerly portion of Low Lane.
(b)
The westerly portion of Low Lane is more particularly described as follows:
(1)
Thence: South 00 degrees, 25 minutes, 00 seconds east, along the most westerly end of Low Lane 50 feet to land now or formerly belonging to Rhoda Low;
(2)
Thence: South 89 degrees, 35 minutes, 00 seconds west, along the land now or formerly belonging to Rhoda Low 398.08 feet to a stake set on top of an embankment;
(3)
Thence: Continuing on a bearing of south 89 degrees, 35 minutes, 00 seconds west, 18 feet, plus or minus to the mean high-water line of Mount Hope Bay;
(4)
Thence: Northerly along the mean high-water line of Mount Hope Bay 50.9 feet to the land of Adelaide Nicholson;
(5)
Thence: North 89 degrees, 35 minutes, 00 seconds east, along the Nicholson land 17 feet, plus or minus, to a stake set on top of an embankment;
(6)
Thence: Continuing on a same bearing of north 89 degrees, 35 minutes, 00 seconds east, 407.53 feet to a point of beginning.
The Low Lane right-of-way thus contains 21,015 square feet.
(Code 1972, § 20-10)
Sec. 25-10. - Use of sidewalks for dining and other purposes by business establishments; licensing.#
(a)
License required. Business establishments may make application to the town council for an annual license or a temporary day or week license, to use sidewalks abutting their establishments for outside dining or sales. Each application shall contain:
(1)
The name, address and owner of the business making application.
(2)
The name, address and owner of the real estate wherein the business is located.
(3)
A line drawing or plot plan showing the entire sidewalk area, the placement or location of tables, chairs or racks thereon and dimensions of each.
(4)
Proof of liability insurance from a company licensed to do business in the state and in a form satisfactory to the town solicitor, of no less than $1,000,000.00 protecting the town for all claims and causes of action for personal injury or property damage resulting from use of this license.
(5)
In addition, the applicant will obtain and file with the application a covering letter of approval from the chief of police.
(6)
Applicants shall pay a fee for such license as set forth in the fee schedule in section 11-1.
(b)
Displays of merchandise for sale. Any person displaying merchandise for sale on any public right-of-way or sidewalk is subject to the following provisions:
A merchant shall be allowed to display goods, wares and merchandise on the sidewalk in front of a retail store in the following manner:
a.
No more than 50 percent of the linear feet in front of the store shall be used for display purposes.
b.
The display area shall be no more than 36 inches from the outside wall of the retail store.
c.
The goods, wares or merchandise in the display area shall not exceed a height of six feet.
d.
Any retail store located on or at an intersection of two or more streets shall not display any goods, wares, or merchandise in such a manner that will obstruct the vision of any operator of a motor vehicle, pedestrian, or bicycle on or approaching said intersection.
e.
Regardless of any other conditions, a 36-inch public right-of-way shall be maintained at all times on public sidewalks and thoroughfares.
f.
All display merchandise on a sidewalk must be removed during such times as commercial promotional events or public celebrations are to take place in an area where a licenseholder conducts his or her business.
(c)
Outside dining. No license shall be allowed for outside dining if the sidewalk is less than nine feet wide, measured from the curb to the closest point on the outside wall of the building. For sidewalks between nine feet to 12 feet in width, tables and chairs must be placed close against the building in such a manner as to provide a minimum of seven feet of unobstructed passage width for public use. For sidewalks in excess of 12 feet in width, tables and chairs must be placed close against the building in such a manner as to provide a minimum of eight and one-half feet of unobstructed passage width for public use.
(d)
Additional rules and restrictions. All tables, chairs, racks and merchandise must be removed from the sidewalk or right of way whenever the business is closed. Absolutely no alcoholic beverages are to be served on the sidewalks at any time. The entire sidewalk area in front of a business establishment will be kept at all times neat, clean and with debris immediately removed so as not to cause a hazard or annoyance to pedestrians. No license issued under this section shall be valid on the day of the Bristol Fourth of July Celebration in any year.
(e)
Revocation of license and penalty for violations. Any infraction of this section will be grounds for immediate revocation of this license. For such cause and subject to later review by the town council, the town administrator may revoke or modify any sidewalk license at any time. In addition, the town council may at any time revoke or modify a sidewalk license without cause. Individuals or businesses found in violation of the provisions of this section are also subject to a fine not to exceed $50.00 for the first offense, a fine not to exceed $100.00 for the second and subsequent offenses in addition to any other fine assessed pursuant to this Code.
(f)
Temporary expansion of licensed premises due to COVID-19 restrictions. A license shall not be required in connection with a duly-authorized temporary expansion of a restaurant service area as provided for in section 25-16.
(Code 1972, § 20-11; Ord. No. 1999-22, 12-15-99; Ord. No. 2020-04, 7-1-20)
Sec. 25-11. - Public school grounds closing hours.#
No person shall be on any public school grounds within the town during the hours that those grounds are closed. All public school grounds, including but not limited to, buildings, playgrounds, recreational facilities and playing fields, shall be closed from 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. daily, unless permission is granted by the school district to remain open at other designated times.
(Ord. No. 2001-03, 1-24-01)
Sec. 25-12. - Private installation of town sidewalks.#
Any property owner whose property abuts a town sidewalk may, at his or her own expense, and only by application to the town's department of public works, request to replace any portion of that sidewalk which abuts their property subject to the following restrictions: (1)
Any sidewalk privately installed pursuant to this section must meet town standards and must be approved by the town's department of public works prior to installation;
(2)
All sidewalks installed pursuant to this section, although privately installed, shall remain the property of the town;
(3)
The town maintains the right to replace any sidewalk installed pursuant to this section at any time in the interest of the public health, safety, and welfare;
(4)
Any owner wishing to maintain and/or install a sidewalk pursuant to this section shall be required to maintain sufficient insurance coverage to protect both the town and the applicant from all claims for personal injuries which may arise from the installation and/or use of the sidewalk.
(Ord. No. 2006-08, 4-19-06)
Sec. 25-13. - Maintenance and repair of privately installed sidewalks.#
Any owner who installs a sidewalk pursuant to section 25-12 of this chapter shall thereafter be solely responsible for the maintenance and repair of that sidewalk. While the town maintains its ownership of, and its right to replace that sidewalk, the town shall not be responsible in any way for its maintenance or repair.
(Ord. No. 2006-08, 4-19-06)
Sec. 25-14. - Commercial and construction dumpsters.#
(a)
Generally. As used in this section the word "dumpster" shall mean any container which is used for the collection and disposal of bulk trash, refuse, recyclable materials or other kinds of waste, and which may be of the open or enclosed variety, and is typically hoisted onto a specifically equipped truck for transporting said waste to a designated facility. Dumpsters are typically used for commercial and industrial land uses.
(b)
Location of dumpsters. No dumpster shall be placed so that it blocks any public sidewalk. No dumpster shall be located on a public street or alley unless a permit is obtained from the director of the department of public works. If permitted and the dumpster is placed on the public street or alley, the dumpster shall be directly in front of or on the side of the property address utilizing the dumpster. Additionally, a dumpster placed in the street shall:
(1)
Not be more than 12 inches from the curb;
(2)
Not obstruct driveways of abutting properties;
(3)
Not obstruct traffic;
(4)
Have a reflector or reflective area of not less than 36 square inches at each end.
Additionally, a dumpster shall not be placed on the public street if on-street parking for vehicles is not allowed at that location.
(c)
Time limit. The time limits for the maintenance of dumpsters is as follows:
(1)
Residential zoning districts: During any six-month period a dumpster and any replacement dumpster shall be placed for a total of not more than 14 days in any six-month period if placed on the street and not more than 30 days in any six-month period if placed elsewhere. (The time limits prescribed in this subsection do not apply to private dumpsters that service the regular and ordinary disposal needs of multi-household dwellings.)
(2)
Commercial zoning districts: A dumpster and any replacement dumpster placed under this section and not in a public street may remain on the site as long as required. A dumpster or any replacement dumpster placed upon a public street may be placed for not more than a total of 14 days in any six-month period.
(3)
Industrial zoning districts: A dumpster or any replacement dumpster placed under this section may remain on the site as long as needed, but not to exceed a total of 18 months, but not to exceed 14 days if on a public street or sidewalk.
(d)
Sanitation. The following requirements shall be maintained while the dumpster is on or at the site:
(1)
The area around the dumpster shall be kept free of debris and litter;
(2)
Any dumpster into which animal or vegetable waste or material has been dumped or deposited shall be removed or emptied within 24 hours;
(3)
Any dumpster producing or causing noxious, foul or offensive odors shall be immediately removed or cleaned to eliminate the odor; and
(4)
A full dumpster shall be removed from the property within two days.
(e)
Usage. A dumpster shall only be used to contain and remove debris and material generated at the location where the dumpster is placed.
(f)
Identification. The name and 24-hour, seven days per week telephone number of the owner of the dumpster and/or the company that is responsible for the dumpster shall be displayed in a weather proof manner on the dumpster.
(g)
Permit required. A permit shall be required for a dumpster. The permit shall be obtained from the director of the public works department after paying the required fee, which shall be set by council resolution.
(h)
Abatement. Any dumpster not in compliance with this section is hereby declared to be a public nuisance and may be abated by the city at the owner's or responsible person's expense. Abatement shall, at the city's option, include the removal and/or the emptying of the dumpster.
(i)
Violations; penalties. Enforcement of this section shall be in accordance with section 28-407 of this Code, entitled "Enforcement and penalties."
(Ord. No. 2006-27, 8-23-06)
Sec. 25-15. - Sidewalk alcohol service; licensing.#
(a)
License required. Business establishments in the downtown and waterfront zoning districts may make application to the town council for an annual license or a temporary day or week license, to use sidewalks abutting their establishments for sidewalk alcohol service related to outside dining. A license for sidewalk alcohol service is distinct from a license to serve alcohol as set forth in section 17-83. All requirements set forth in section 25-15 are in addition to requirements set forth in section 25-10. Each application shall contain:
(1)
The name, address and owner of the business making application.
(2)
The name, address and owner of the real estate wherein the business is located.
(3)
A line drawing or plot plan drawn to scale showing the entire sidewalk area, the placement or location of tables, chairs or racks thereon and dimensions of each.
(4)
Proof of liability insurance from a company licensed to do business in the state and in a form satisfactory to the town solicitor, of no less than $1,000,000.00 protecting the town for all claims and causes of action for personal injury or property damage resulting from use of this license. The applicant shall provide proof of such insurance before a license may be issued or renewed under this chapter.
(5)
In addition, the applicant will obtain and file with the application a covering letter of recommendation from the chief of police and the zoning enforcement officer.
(6)
Applicants shall pay a fee for such license as set forth in the fee schedule in section 11-1.
(b)
Minimum required dimensions. No license shall be allowed for sidewalk alcohol service if the sidewalk is less than nine feet wide, measured from the curb to the closest point on the outside wall of the building. For sidewalks between nine feet to 12 feet in width, tables and chairs must be placed close against the building in such a manner as to provide a minimum of six feet of unobstructed passage width for public use. For sidewalks in excess of 12 feet in width, tables and chairs must be placed close against the building in such a manner as to provide a minimum of six feet plus 50 percent of the width of the sidewalk beyond 12 feet of unobstructed passage width for public use. However, the width of unobstructed passage need not exceed eight and one-half feet no matter the width of the sidewalk.
(c)
The designated area. The area in which tables and chairs may be placed and patrons may be served shall be known as the "designated area." The designated area must be clearly delineated by object(s) such as planters, small wrought iron fences, roping or other appropriate means. All object(s) must remain entirely within the designated area. No part of the outside dining area, object(s) used to delineate the designated area or other objects (e.g., the base of object(s) or the tip of umbrella(s)) shall encroach upon the sidewalk outside the designated area or encroach upon any part of the frontage of any adjacent premises, right-of-way or alley. All patrons must enter and exit the designated area through the business establishment. A sign or signs must be posted in the designated area indicating hours of service.
(d)
Additional license required. An applicant shall not sell, serve or allow consumption of alcoholic beverages in the designated area without receiving a class B license or amendment to existing license from the "license commissioners" as set forth in section 17-83.
(e)
Provision of alcoholic beverages. All alcoholic beverages sold, served, or allowed outside of the licensed establishment must remain inside of the designated area. The ratio of service of food to service of alcohol must be a minimum of 53 percent to 47 percent of food service by dollar sales, and every establishment shall submit an affidavit signed by the license holder attesting to and setting forth the actual ratio for the previous year, with each renewal application. Alcoholic beverages shall only be served with food. However, alcoholic beverages shall not be served with carry-out food. An outside host/hostess must be available while service is taking place. The penalty for violating any provision in section 25-15(e), as set forth in section 25-15(g), may include a fine or revocation of the license.
(f)
Additional rules and restrictions. All tables, chairs, planters, small wrought iron fences, roping, racks and merchandise must be removed from the sidewalk by no later than 10:00 p.m. on Sunday through Thursday, and no later than 11:00 p.m., on Friday and Saturday, provided that the town council may require an earlier closing time in the granting of the license. The entire sidewalk area in front of a business establishment will be kept at all times neat, clean and with debris immediately removed so as not to cause a hazard or annoyance to pedestrians. The following are prohibited in the designated area: cooking of food, unshielded trash or refuse storage, advertisements (exclusive of menus intended to be read from the licensed establishment); outside entertainment, music, speakers or public address systems. No license issued under this section shall be valid for the day of the Fourth of July parade in any year.
(g)
Suspension or revocation of license and penalty for violations. Any infraction of this section may be grounds for suspension or revocation of this license. For just cause and subject to later review by the town council, the town administrator may immediately suspend any sidewalk license in the interest of public safety. In addition, the town council may, upon a hearing, suspend, revoke or modify a sidewalk license and/or impose fines. Individuals or businesses found in violation of the provisions of this section are also subject to a fine not to exceed $100.00 for the first offense, a fine not to exceed $500.00 for the second and subsequent offenses in addition to any other fine assessed pursuant to this Code.
(h)
Temporary expansion of licensed premises due to COVID-19 restrictions. A license shall not be required in connection with a duly-authorized temporary expansion of a restaurant service area as provided for in section 25-16.
(Ord. No. 2014-05, 4-30-14; Ord. No. 2015-05, 4-29-15; Ord. No. 2016-04, 3-30-16; Ord. No. 2020-04, 7-1-20)
Sec. 25-16. - Reserved.#
Editor's note— Ord. No. 2023-05, adopted March 29, 2023, repealed § 25-16, which pertained to seasonal outdoor seating on State Street and derived from Ord. No. 2022-05, adopted June 1, 2022.
Sec. 25-17. - Seasonal use of public streets for outdoor dining by business establishments.#
(a)
Purpose. The following rules and regulations are intended to protect public health and safety and to provide restaurants and food service vendors one-stop permitting for approval of outdoor dining on public property within the existing on-street parking areas, excluding the handicap spaces.
(b)
Incorporation of design guidelines and manual. The Town of Bristol Outdoor Dining Design Guidelines and Manual, dated March 2023 and as may be further amended from time to time by the town administrator (the "manual") is hereby incorporated by reference, and shall govern the approval process, the operational requirements, the construction requirements and the design and material requirements, except where contrary to any provision of this section of the Code of Ordinances. In the event of a conflict between the manual and this section of the Code, the terms of this section of the Code shall prevail.
(c)
License required. Business establishments must make application to the town council for an annual license or a temporary day or week license, to use the on-street parking areas, excluding handicap spaces, in front of their establishments for outside dining. Each application shall contain:
(1)
The name, address, and owner of the business making application.
(2)
The name, address, and owner of the real estate wherein the business is located.
(3)
A line drawing or plot plan stamped by a licensed professional showing the entire parking area to be used along with the number and placement or location of tables and seats thereon and approximate dimensions of each.
(4)
Photos or other graphic representation including color and material of furniture and other accessories (umbrellas, lights, etc.) to be installed.
(5)
A schedule of hours of operation of the restaurant and the outside dining area.
(6)
Proof that the outdoor dining area will comply with applicable building codes, health department regulations, and the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulations (DBR). Alcoholic beverages may not be served in the outside dining area unless the appropriate license is first obtained and/or modified to include the permitted area and only after obtaining approval from the town council.
(7)
Establishments shall accommodate handicapped persons in the outside dining areas and shall include dimensions and grading on the plan to show compliance per ADA Regulations. The building inspector shall specifically approve the location/ placement of all outside furniture, including but not limited to tables, chairs, umbrellas, barriers, to ensure safe and adequate ingress and egress.
(8)
The area in which tables and chairs may be placed and patrons may be served shall be known as the "designated area." The designated area shall be enclosed and clearly delineated by means of a barrier specified on the plan. The designated area must be clearly delineated by objects such as planters, fences, or other appropriate means. All objects, including dining furniture, must remain entirely within the designated area. No part of the outside dining area, object(s) used to delineate the designated areas or other objects such as the tip of umbrellas shall encroach upon the sidewalk outside the designated area or encroach upon any part of the frontage of the adjacent premises, right-of-way or alley. All patrons must enter and exit through the designated areas. Barriers are required where the edge of any dining area would encounter or has the potential to encounter motor vehicles.
(9)
Proof of liability insurance from a company licensed to do business in the state and in a form satisfactory to the town solicitor, of no less than $1,000,000.00 protecting the town from all claims and causes of action for personal injury or property damage resulting from use of this license.
(10)
The applicant will obtain and file with the application to the town council approval by the building inspector, police chief, fire chief, public works director, and the community development director.
(11)
Applicants shall pay a flat fee of $100.00 per season for such license for outdoor dining application payable to the Town of Bristol.
(d)
Additional rules and restrictions. All tables and chairs must be removed from the parking area upon order of the town administrator if special events require it or if a significant storm may require it. The entire sidewalk/dining area in front of a business establishment will be kept at all times neat, clean and with debris immediately removed so as not to cause a hazard or annoyance to pedestrians.
(e)
Suspension, revocation, and modification of license and penalty for violations. Any infraction of this section will be grounds for fine, suspension or revocation of this license. Individuals or businesses found in violation of the provisions of this section are also subject to a fine for any general offense pursuant to this Code. For imminent public health and safety concerns, the town administrator may suspend or modify any outdoor dining license at any time subject to later review by the town council. In addition, the town council may, for due cause shown and with notice and hearing, levy a fine, and/or suspend, revoke or modify an outdoor dining license.
(Ord. No. 2023-05, 3-29-23)