City Code, Ordinances and Resolutions
Title 9 – Law Enforcement, Animal Control, Nuisance, Vandalism & Weapons
| Chapter 1 | Title 9 Chapter 1 of the City Code establishes the framework for law enforcement services in Albion. It authorizes the Mayor, with Council approval, to contract with the Cassia County Sheriff’s Office for law enforcement services. The Sheriff’s Office serves as the official law enforcement agency, empowered to arrest offenders and pursue them beyond city limits if necessary. The Sheriff must also provide monthly reports on law enforcement activities to the Mayor and Council. |
| Chapter 2 | Title 9 Chapter 2 of the City Code outlines regulations regarding animals and fowl within Albion. It establishes the role of the Animal Control Supervisor, prohibits animals and fowl from running at large, and sets impounding fees and holding times for stray animals. The chapter also restricts the keeping of certain animals, regulates the trailing of livestock through the city, addresses the abandonment of animals, and specifies penalties for violations to ensure the well-being of animals and the community. |
| Chapter 3 | Title 9 Chapter 3 of the City Code outlines the regulations for canine control in Albion. It defines key terms related to dog ownership, licensing, and control, and mandates dog licensing requirements, fees, and procedures. The chapter also includes regulations on rabies control, vaccination, handling dog bites, restrictions on dogs at large, barking nuisances, number of dogs allowed, and penalties for violations. Additionally, it addresses the impounding, redemption, and destruction of dogs to ensure proper management and control of the canine population in the city. |
| Chapter 4 | Title 9 Chapter 4 of the City Code outlines general offenses in Albion, including prohibitions on discharging firearms, damaging property, and loitering. It also includes regulations against the use of toxic inhalants and open containers of alcoholic beverages in public areas, aiming to maintain public safety and order. **[Ord. 2016-11-01 “Weapons and Weapons Discharge Policies”]** |
| Chapter 5 | Title 9 Chapter 5 of the City Code addresses graffiti within Albion. It defines graffiti as the unauthorized defacing, damaging, or destroying of property using tools like spray paint or markers. The chapter prohibits making graffiti on any public or private property and specifies that offenders will be charged with a misdemeanor. Additionally, those found guilty of making graffiti will be financially responsible for cleanup, and parents or guardians will be liable for damages if the offender is a minor. |
| Chapter 6 | Title 9 Chapter 6 of the City Code establishes a curfew for juveniles in Albion. It defines terms related to the curfew, sets curfew hours, and lists exceptions to the curfew. It also addresses parental responsibility, enforcement procedures, penalties for violations, and provides guidelines for continuous evaluation. The curfew aims to ensure the safety and well-being of juveniles while maintaining order in public spaces during nighttime hours. |
| Chapter 7 | Title 9 Chapter 7 of the City Code addresses public nuisances within Albion. It defines what constitutes a public nuisance, including inoperative, unauthorized, and unregistered vehicles, and provides examples such as accumulations of junk, dilapidated buildings, and offensive smells. The chapter also outlines the purpose and scope of regulations related to the removal of such nuisances and sets forth liability, abatement, and penalty provisions to ensure public health, safety, and welfare. |
| Chapter 8 | Title 9 Chapter 8 of the City Code mandates the destruction of weeds, noxious weeds, and other unsightly growths on private and public properties within Albion. It outlines the responsibilities of property owners, the city’s authority to enforce compliance, and the penalties for violations to ensure the community’s cleanliness and safety. |
