A new local law was added to Chapter 170 of Oyster Bay’s peace and good order as a preventative measure to eliminate public urination and defecation in the town’s parks and public spaces.
According to the local law, a substantial number of individuals have been spotted relieving themselves while using public areas and public parks in the town. If a person is found guilty for public urination, the violation is punishable by a fine of $150, but no more than $300 for the first offense.
A second offense could cost an individual anywhere from $500 to $750 if the first and second offenses were committed within a span of three years. A third offense would result in fines between $1,000 and $1,500.
The law also states that a third offense of public urination within a time period of six months equates to a misdemeanor.
The law states public urination and defecation could be a health hazard to the public if people are exposed to untreated waste.
Marta Kane, director of community relations, wrote in an email that public bathrooms across the town are typically open seasonally when someone is there to supervise them.
“While Albany and New York City officials continue to downplay quality-of-life concerns statewide, Town of Oyster Bay families know strong community standards are essential to protecting safe, clean, and livable neighborhoods,” Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino said in a statement. “We continue to strengthen quality of life laws to protect your neighborhood, parks and open spaces.”
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Source: LI Press
