A. No person shall be cited under this chapter unless the person engages in conduct prohibited by this chapter after having been notified by a city enforcement officer that such conduct violates this chapter.

B. Prior to citing a person under this chapter, the city enforcement officer shall first inquire as to the homeless status of the person. If the person responds that he/she is homeless, the officer shall not cite the person under this chapter unless: (1) the officer has verified the availability of shelter space no further than fifteen miles from the Monroe city limits; (2) the officer has notified the person of such availability and has offered to transport the person to the shelter; and (3) the person continues to engage in conduct prohibited by this chapter notwithstanding such notification and offer. (Ord. 004/2018 § 2)