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Council advances second-reading ordinance to tighten rules for smoke shops; vote set for next meeting

5968428 · October 21, 2025
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Summary

Council members discussed an ordinance amending smoke-shop rules, sponsored by Councilman Ramos; the item is scheduled for final action at the council's next meeting after police-supported changes were described.

The Newark Municipal Council heard discussion Tuesday on an ordinance (agenda item 6 PSFA) that would amend the city’s rules for smoke shops, with sponsorship by Councilman Ramos and a second by Councilman Gonzales. The ordinance was described as a collaborative effort with the Police Division intended to give officers an additional tool to address illegal activity…

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