Ocala Council Repeals Saggy Pants Ordinance

Saggy pants will once again be allowed on city property after the Ocala City Council voted to repeal an ordinance banning them.
 
In a 4-1 vote on Tuesday, the council reversed the controversial ordinance.
 
Local NAACP president Loretta Pompey Jenkins applauded the action, saying the issue should be dealt with at home, in church or by community groups instead of by government agencies. She says the ordinance was seen by many as an attempt to target young black men.
 
Councilwoman Mary Rich was the dissenting vote. She initially convinced the council to approve the ordinance, which carried a penalty of up to $500 and 60 days in jail.
 
The Ocala Star-Banner reports Rich had hoped the council would make it a civil offense to wear saggy pants.