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Council reviews draft mobile‑food vendor policy; 15% gross‑sales fee proposed
Summary
Staff presented a draft policy for mobile food vendors on the square proposing a 15% fee on daily gross takings (replacing a flat rental fee), a $25 permit, health inspection requirements and sales tax compliance checks; council agreed to place the item for formal action on Dec. 5.
City staff and the chamber business team presented a draft reservation and rental policy for mobile food vendors on the interior of the square, proposing a 15% fee on daily gross takings rather than a flat space rental fee. The draft also proposes established vending hours (Monday–Saturday), a $25 permit application fee, proof of insurance and required health inspections.
Staff said the city will track sales‑tax compliance by requesting a detailed confidentiality report from the Texas Comptroller and performing reconciliations of reported receipts. The packet also notes the code‑enforcement office will handle permitting and that collected fees would go to the city; staff proposed segregating vendor revenues into a dedicated fund for repairs and maintenance of the square.
Council discussed generator noise and placement issues observed with vendors operating prior to formal approval. Vendors interviewed by staff reportedly preferred a percentage fee to a flat fee. Council agreed to return the item as a consider‑and‑act agenda item on Dec. 5 for any amendments and final action.
