1 Dr. Anne K. Turner
Community Services Director
June 1, 2022
Proposed Revisions to
Corona Municipal
Code Chapter 12.24
Parks and Recreation
Areas
The Ask
That the City Council approve an ordinance
amending Chapter 12.24 of the Corona
Municipal Code to clarify provisions relating to
the rules and regulations for parks and
recreation areas to further authorize
implementation and enforcement.
2 Background & History
3 ▷ CMC Chapter 12.24 establishes rules and
regulations for use of public parks, recreation
buildings/facilities, amenities, and equipment.
(Est. 1978, Rev. 2021)
▷ Park Ranger Program reinstated in 2021:
Park Rangers dually tasked with education
and enforcement to maintain harmony
within our local parks.
Current Challenges
4 ▷ “Rogue Use” or use without a reservation from
traveling sports teams, commercial enterprise,
and/or unsanctioned events or services.
▷ Health Concerns from animals on playground
equipment or play areas intended for
children.
▷ For-profit use of parks providing business,
camps, and instruction without reservation,
which blocks access to public amenities.
Park Rangers unable to address challenges
without specific CMC language.
Proposed Solution
5 ▷ Revise CMC Chapter 12.24:
Better reflect resident needs and
expectations regarding park use
Add clarity to older language
Provide a means of citation if challenges
persist
▷ Staff researched code language from several
cities to identify options to address challenges.
▷ Legal reviewed proposed edits and provided
sample language for consideration.
Specific Revisions
6 12.24.020 (I) “Organized Group Athletic Event“
12.24.030 (C) “Animals”
12.24.030 (R) “Sale of Goods & For-Profit Activities”
12.24.080 (E) “Permits”
7 Note: Reservations are subject to availability and not offered for all requests.
Athletic Groups
Allows greater
enforcement with
“Rogue Use” groups.
Strengthens relationship
with existing leagues
and known users.
Animals
Helps maintain hygienic
surfaces in areas where
children play.
Does not ban leashed
dogs from community
park space.
For Profit Activities
Limits instruction and
unsanctioned use
(ex., tennis lessons).
Greater resident access
to public amenities.
Encourages public use,
passive recreation, and
spontaneous play.
Reservations
Helps City maintain
harmony of use
throughout parks.
Encourages larger
groups and service
providers to work
through the City.
Benefits of Revision
Financial Impact
8 ▷ There is no significant financial impact
ancitipated with the revision of the CMC
Chapter 12.24 pertaining to the use of Parks
and Fields.
▷ Park Rangers will be tasked with education
before enforcement.
▷ Any revenue generated from citation will go
back to the General Fund.
Commission Feedback
9 The proposed changes to the CMC Chapter
12.24 were brought before the following bodies:
▷ Parks and Recreation Commission
Tuesday, May 10
▷ Committee of the Whole
Wednesday, May 11
Recommendation
That the City Council introduce by title only
and waive full reading for consideration of
Ordinance No. 3349, first reading of an
ordinance amending Sections 12.24.020,
12.24.030, and 12.24.080 of the Corona
Municipal Code regarding prohibited
conduct in parks and recreation areas.
10 Questions?
951-739-4985
[email protected]
www.CoronaCA.gov