Exhibit 1
Summary of Mylar Balloon Ordinances in California Cities City Scope of Ban Enforcement
Approach
Notes / Distinctions
Laguna
Beach
Prohibits sale, public use, and
distribution of all balloons
Complaint-driven;
Code Enforcement
Most comprehensive ban;
includes latex and mylar
Manhattan
Beach
Bans sale & distribution of
metallic/mylar; no
use/distribution on public land
Complaint-based;
occasional
inspections
Focus on public property
and retail compliance
Encinitas Prohibits sale/distribution or
release of balloons filled with
lighter-than-air gas
Complaint-driven Regulates helium balloons;
includes education
campaign
Solana
Beach
Prohibits sale & distribution of
metallic/mylar; no use on
public property
Complaint-based Includes signage in parks
and beaches
Hermosa
Beach
Bans sale of metallic/mylar
balloons (possession still
allowed)
Complaint-based Enforcement through
business license
compliance
Oxnard Regulates helium/lighter-than-
air balloons; prohibits mass
release
Unknown Focus on environmental
impact; limited
enforcement detail
available
Santa
Monica
Bans sale and intentional
release of balloons filled with
lighter-than-air gas
Complaint-based Includes educational
outreach and signage
San Diego Prohibits sale, use, and
distribution of metallic/mylar
on public property
Complaint-driven;
coordinated with
Parks Dept.
Includes citywide signage
and public education