The City of Red Deer passed the proposed Community Standards Bylaw.The bylaw was passed by City Council on February 12, 2007 and assists to improve the city’s appearance and set standards for unacceptable behaviour. The Community Standards Bylaw replaced the Public Order Bylaw which regulated messy yards, fighting in public places and excessive noise. Community Standards BylawBackgroundThe City of Red Deer had a Public Order Bylaw containing regulations regarding issues such as messy yards, fighting in public places and excessive noise. The bylaw was an effective tool in reducing violence and improving the appearance of the city. After reviewing similar bylaws in other communities, The City changed the name of the Public Order Bylaw to the Community Standards Bylaw. The City incorporated a number of issues into the Community Standards Bylaw including:
• Bullying• Construction Waste & Littering• Graffiti• Panhandling• Spitting• Setting Community Standards
Reason for ChangeThe term “community standards” is more reflective of what the Public Order Bylaw contained. While The City’s previous Public Order Bylaw made provisions to maintain order in the community through restrictions on fighting and loud behaviour, it also identified community accepted levels for lawn maintenance, neighbourhood noise and ensuring clean city streets.
