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Florence council hears complaints of ‘predatory’ towing; staff to revise ordinance
Summary
Council members reported constituent complaints that private tow operators are charging well above the city cap and holding vehicles at off-site lots; police and staff said they are drafting ordinance amendments to tighten notification, align local code with state law and expand enforcement options.
Council members on Thursday pressed city staff to act after residents and local councilors described repeated instances of private tow operators charging far more than city limits and holding towed vehicles at off-site lots.
Councilman McCall said he has received complaints alleging drivers were charged “almost double the maximum amount,” including instances where, “when the cap is $170, they’re telling them, ‘you pay me $300.’” McCall…
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