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Local business owners ask Stayton council to revisit sidewalk vendor permit fee; staff pauses invoicing pending review
Summary
Business owners said a $2.50-per-square-foot sidewalk vendor permit assessed for outdoor seating imposes an undue burden. Council directed staff to pause invoicing and return the item for discussion.
Local business owners told the Stayton City Council on Jan. 6 that a recently enforced sidewalk vendor permit fee is creating financial strain for establishments that provide seasonal outdoor seating.
Alan Bender, owner of Wolfgang's Third Party and Tap House on Third Avenue, said he was surprised by an invoice for $552.73 for outdoor seating at his business and asked the council to reconsider charging businesses for seating that…
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