Council updates business license classification to comply with state schedule

Anderson City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 25-16 on second reading to update the city's business license class schedule as required by state law and to adopt the state's rate classes tied to industry classifications.

City staff explained the state requires municipalities to use a uniform business license rate class schedule and to update it every two years. The state also requires use of the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) to classify businesses for rate purposes; the city last adopted a schedule in 2023 and the state released updated data in 2025.

Staff presented an amended Appendix B to the city's business license ordinance to incorporate the mandated changes. Councilmembers said the item had been discussed at the first reading on Sept. 22 and that council had no further questions. The motion to adopt the ordinance on second reading passed unanimously.

Councilmembers thanked the staff (and specifically referenced Councilmember Martin's prior review during an earlier meeting) for preparing the amendment and ensuring compliance with state requirements.