Title
Ordinance - Third and Final Reading of an Ordinance to Consider Proposed Changes to the Mansfield, Texas Code of Ordinances: Chapter 96 Parks and Recreation
Requested Action
Consider Approving Ordinance
Recommendation
Approve Ordinance
Description/History
Staff has been reviewing current ordinances and park rules and is recommending changes and updates. The current Parks Chapter does not include language that defines where fishing activities are allowed or prohibited in city parks. Following the review and discussion with a sub-committee of the Mansfield Park Facilities Development Corporation (MPFDC), staff recommends the addition of the following new section to the Parks Chapter:
Ҥ 96.26 FISHING.
(A) It shall be unlawful for any person to fish in park land areas that have been designated as no fishing zones by the City Council after recommendation of the Mansfield Park Facilities Development Corporation.
(B) It shall be unlawful for any person to use trotlines, throw lines, fish traps, or nets while fishing in designated areas of park lands.
(C) It shall be unlawful to clean fish in any park land.”
Justification
The Mansfield, Texas Code of Ordinances: Chapter 96: Parks and Recreation has not been updated since May 2013. Staff and the MPFDC have completed a comprehensive review of park rules and city ordinances and are recommending several changes and additions. The addition of the section regarding fishing activities will allow for better enforcement and compliance among park users.
Funding Source
N/A
Prepared By
Matt Young, Director of Parks and Recreation
Matt.Young@mansfieldtexas.gov
817-728-3397