PRK-1.09 - Eastridge Park Open Hours

Administrative Rules Adopted by Bureaus Pursuant to Rule Making Authority (ARB)
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PRK-1.09

EASTRIDGE PARK OPEN HOURS

Administrative Rule Adopted by Portland Parks & Recreation Pursuant to Rule-Making Authority

ARB-PRK-1.09


RULE

Effective immediately, Eastridge Park shall be open from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily.


RATIONALE

Eastridge Park, located at SE 141st Ave & Crystal Springs St. is a 3.53 acre neighborhood park. In the past few years, crime, disorder and misuse of Eastridge Park facilities has increased including incidents of unlawful alcohol use, unauthorized after-hours use, noise complaints, littering and damage to park areas. Many of these problems occur during hours of darkness and negatively impact the park and the immediate neighborhood areas. The proposed rule is supported by the Eastridge Park Homeowners Association and other park users.

Applicable Code (s):  20.12.210   Hours of Park Closure


Pursuant to Portland City Code 20.04.050, the above rule is hereby adopted.


HISTORY

Adopted by Director of Portland Parks & Recreation August 26, 2008 and Commissioner of Public Affairs August 28, 2008.

Filed for inclusion in PPD March 30, 2009.

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