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SOCIAL HOST ORDINANCE What is the Social Host Ordinance? » The Ordinance on Unruly Gatherings (often referred to as the Social Host Ordinance) is a NEW law for the City of Eugene. » It holds individuals (social hosts) criminally responsible for hosting or allowing an unruly event or social gathering (party). » The property owners will also be penalized if there are multiple occurrences at the same property. (Ordinance #20504) What is an “unruly” gathering? » The ordinance defines an unruly gathering as a party or gathering at the property where alcohol is served or consumed, and where any two or more of the following occurs: » violation of state or City of Eugene laws relating to sale, service, possession or consumption of alcoholic liquor, including minor in possession and serving alcohol to minors. » disorderly conduct, noise disturbance, criminal mischief, public urination or defecation, littering, assault, menacing harassment, or intimidation. What are the penalties for violating this law? » Violators will be issued citations of up to $1,000, and repeat offenders will also have to pay for police, fire, and emergency response, and repair costs for [XY