§ 5.66.045. Peddling—Special events.

A.

The City Manager may authorize the Business License Section to issue business licenses to peddle on the public sidewalks, parkway or public property on those days of a special event where the City Manager considers there is a need for peddling. A special event as used in this Section is an event on public property which has been approved by the City Council or the City Manager or his/her designee in accordance with Long Beach Municipal Code Sections 21.53.109 and 21.53.113. The City Manager shall describe the area where the peddling will be authorized.

B.

The City Manager may issue such authorization under this Section if it is determined that the following criteria have been met:

1.

The public's convenience and necessity require said peddling activity in the permitted area of the special event;

2.

The proposed peddling activity will not unduly impede, obstruct or interfere with the public's use of the sidewalk or other public or private property. If a pushcart is used for the peddling activity, the cart can be no larger than three feet (3') by five feet (5');

3.

The proposed peddling activity will not unduly impede, obstruct or interfere with the operation of emergency vehicles, equipment or personnel in or through the permitted area;

4.

The proposed peddling activity will not adversely affect the City's ability to perform municipal functions or furnish City services in the vicinity of the permitted area;

5.

The proposed peddling activity will not present a substantial or unwarranted safety or traffic hazard;

6.

The proposed peddling activity will not pose a significant adverse environmental impact;

7.

The proposed peddling activity is compatible, consistent and suitable with the character, nature, general theme and appearance of the area and special event, and comports with the public's health, safety, morals and welfare.

C.

The special event complies with the standards as set forth in Long Beach Municipal Code Section 21.53.113.

D.

The Business License Section may refer the application to the appropriate City departments for review, investigation, evaluation and recommendation regarding approval or disapproval of the application, however, no license shall be issued for peddling food or beverages without the prior review and written approval of the Health Department.

E.

The following information for each application for a peddler's license shall be required:

1.

The name of the specific special event;

2.

The date the peddling will be conducted;

3.

The area approved for peddling;

4.

The item(s) to be sold; and

5.

Such other information as the Business License Section shall require.

F.

Every person issued a license pursuant to this Chapter shall prominently display such license.

(Ord. C-7461 § 4, 1997; Ord. C-7423 § 25, 1996)

Note— Prior ordinance history: Ord. C-6260.