§ 24-10. Traffic direction and street closure.  


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  • The police department shall have the authority to direct all traffic by voice, hand or signal in conformance with traffic laws. To expedite traffic, officers may direct traffic as conditions require, notwithstanding the provisions of the traffic laws. Police officers may close freeways, streets, alleys and bridges when, in their judgment, such action is warranted by emergency conditions, by parade permits or pursuant to council authorized and approved special events.

(Ord. No. 1392, § 2, 11-26-85)