An ordinance prohibiting openly carried firearms at city-permitted events passed in a unanimous vote on a first reading at a Greenville City Council meeting Monday night. This action comes after Gov. Henry McMaster signed the Open Carry with Training Act that gave local governments the ability to prohibit the open carrying of firearms at certain events happening on public property. In a media release Monday, city officials say the ordinance better aligns with local venues hosting large events during City permitted events on public property, including pickets. This change would align permitted City events with similar gatherings like sporting events, concerts, and large-scale functions at local venues like Bon Secours Wellness Arena, the Peace Center or Fluor Field, that already prohibit openly carried firearms. The City of Greenville does not allow any weapons in city buildings or facilities.
The ordinance requires two readings at city council to take effect.
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