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PUBLIC HEARING - ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ROSA ADDING CHAPTER 6-20 OF THE SANTA ROSA CITY CODE TITLED “REGULATION OF RETAIL TOBACCO SALES,” AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY FOR COMPLIANCE MONITORING AND ENFORCEMENT
BACKGROUND: The City Council will consider an ordinance that proposes adding Chapter 6-20 to the Santa Rosa City Code titled “Regulation of Retail Tobacco Sales” requiring all tobacco retailers to obtain a license and comply with enhanced regulations associated with tobacco sales, in particular, those targeting sales to youth. The ordinance would establish a buffer between retail locations and schools and parks, a ban on electronic tobacco smoking devices and flavored tobacco sales, and establishment of minimum package sizes and pricing. If adopted, the ordinance will impose a license fee on retailers selling tobacco products within the City limits. Staff will return to Council with a resolution to impose...
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