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It is illegal not to smile in public
In 1948, the Mayor of the City of Pocatello, George Phillips, passed an ordinance making it illegal not to smile in Pocatello. The “Smile Ordinance” was passed tongue in cheek as a result of an exceptionally severe winter, which had dampened the spirit of city employees and citizens alike. The ordinance unintentionally remained on the…
Dirt may not be swept from one’s house into the street.
5-2-2: SWEEPING DEBRIS INTO STREETS: It shall be unlawful for any person to sweep any dirt, trash or rubbish from the interior of any building in the city onto any street, alley or sidewalk in the city. (Ord. 1, 5-24-1971)
Persons may not camp out on sidewalks in the city.
5-2-6: OVERNIGHT CAMPING: No person shall camp or sleep overnight on public property located within the city limits unless such property is specifically posted allowing the same. (Ord. 216, 12-22-1992)