(a)The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this section shall have the meanings ascribed to them below:
Camp means to reside in or use a public park, street, or other public place for living accommodation purposes; including, but not limited to, activities such as erecting tents or any other structure providing shelter, digging or breaking earth, laying down bedding for the purposes of sleeping, using camp paraphernalia, storing personal belongings, starting a fire, regularly cooking or preparing meals, or living in a parked vehicle.
Camp paraphernalia includes, but is not limited to, tarpaulins, cots, beds, sleeping bags, hammocks or non-city designated cooking facilities and similar equipment.
Public park means all city parks and playgrounds.
Public street means all public streets and highways, public sidewalks, public benches, public parking lots and public parking structures.
Public place means public plazas, including the Civic Center Mall, transportation facilities, schools, attractions, monuments and any improved or unimproved public area.
(b)No person shall camp in any public park, street or place, except when specifically authorized by a permit issued by the city.
(c)A violation of any of the provisions of this section shall be punishable under state law. Each day that a violation of this section continues shall constitute a separate offense.
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