Chapter 06: Conduct

Chapter 6: Conduct (Hollidaysburg, PA)

This document outlines regulations under Chapter 6 of the Borough Code, focusing on conduct related to minors, public property, and activities in public spaces.

Part 1: Possession and Use of Tobacco by Minors

• Authority: The Borough has the power to enact ordinances for public health, safety, and welfare.
• Unlawful Act: It is unlawful for anyone under 18 to use or possess tobacco in any form within the Borough.
• Definition: Tobacco includes cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, and pipe tobacco.
• Penalty: Violation is a summary offense punishable by a fine of up to $300.

Part 2: Curfew for Minors

• Purpose: To regulate minor activities during specific hours.
• Definitions: Defines terms used in the curfew section.
• Unlawful Activities: Specifies prohibited activities for minors during curfew hours.
• Enforcement: Details how the curfew will be enforced.
• Penalties: Outlines penalties for violating the curfew.
• Review Period: Establishes a period for reviewing the effectiveness of the curfew.

Part 3: Firearms and Similar Weapons

• Discharge Prohibited: Discharging firearms is prohibited.
• Restricted Use: Use of air rifles, bows, and arrows is restricted.
• Exceptions: Lists exceptions to the restrictions.
• Penalties: Specifies penalties for violations.

Part 4: Ball Playing; Sledding on Public Thoroughfares

• Prohibited Activities: Ball playing, snowballing, throwing missiles, and playing games on streets, alleys, and sidewalks are prohibited.
• Sledding Restrictions: Sledding is prohibited on sidewalks and restricted on streets.
• Penalties: Outlines penalties for violations.

Part 5: Protection of Public Property

• Definition and Interpretation: Defines terms related to public property.
• Tampering Prohibited: Tampering with public property on streets, alleys, or public ground is prohibited.
• Specific Prohibitions: Includes tampering with stakes, posts, monuments, warning lamps, signs, and barricades.
• Removal of Material: Prohibits removal of material from public property.
• Exceptions: Lists exceptions to the prohibitions.
• Penalties: Specifies penalties for violations.

Part 6: Depositing Materials on Thoroughfares

• General Rule: Establishes general rules for depositing materials on thoroughfares.
• Removal of Deposited Material: Requires removal of deposited material.
• Accident Protocol: Specifies procedures for removing material following an accident.
• Penalties: Outlines penalties for violations.

Additional Notes

• The document references various ordinances and amendments, including Ordinance 817 (10/12/2006), Ordinance 582 (1/7/1980), Ordinance 626 (4/13/1987), and Ordinance 640 (4/10/1989).
• Penalties for violations may include fines and imprisonment in the Blair County Jail for up to 30 days.