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SUBJECT: Second Reading and Final Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Section 20.44.160 of the Merced Municipal Code Regarding Tobacco Sales Near Schools
REPORT IN BRIEF
Second reading and final adoption of an ordinance amending Section 20.44.160 of the Merced Municipal Code Regarding Tobacco Sales Near Schools, which would more closely match the regulations for Commercial Cannabis Permits and allow for exceptions to be made under certain circumstances for tobacco retailers near youth-oriented facilities.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion adopting Ordinance 2535, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Merced, CA, amending section 20.44.160 “Tobacco Sales Prohibited Near Schools” of the Merced Municipal Code regarding tobacco sales near schools and other sensitive uses.
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ALTERNATIVES
1. Approve the Zoning Ordinance Amendment as recommended by the Planning Commission and Staff; or,
2. Modify the Zoning Ordinance Amendment with specific modifications as spelled out in the Council motion; or,
3. Deny the Zoning Ordinance Amendment; or,
4. Request additional information (as specified in the Council motion); or,
5. Continue the item to a future City Council meeting (date and time to be specified in Council motion).
AUTHORITY
Chapter 20.80 of the Merced Municipal Code spells out procedures for amending the Zoning Ordinance.
CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES
None
DISCUSSION
City Council Action
The Ordinance was introduced at a duly noticed Public Hearing on December 6, 2021. After this 2nd reading and final adoption, the Ordinance be in full effect 30 days later or on or about January 20, 2022.
IMPACT ON CITY RESOURCES
There are no impacts on City resources with this request.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Ordinance