“In order to protect residential privacy and the sense of tranquility and security in the home as well as prevent the targeting of specific residences by picketers and demonstrators, Council is asked to approve a new section in Chapter 28 of the code of ordinances and other related changes,” the agenda item states.
The ordinance, if passed, would add a new section to chapter 28 of the city code of ordinances. The section includes:
Definitions of Focused Picketing and Targeted Dwelling
Prohibits focused picketing within 200 feet or a targeted dwelling
Lists requirements prior to any citation or arrest
The item would also amend Section 30-9 (c) to prohibit the issuance of a permit for any demonstration in front of a residential property.
Christian Terry covered digital news in Tyler and Wichita Falls before returning to the Houston area where he grew up. He is passionate about weather and the outdoors and often spends his days off on the water fishing.