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Council tables draft picketing ordinance changes after constitutional debate; asks staff for alternatives within 30–60 days
Summary
Councilors debated proposed buffer provisions (including a 10‑ft outdoor dining perimeter and 8‑ft approach rule), raised First Amendment concerns and cited case law; council voted to table the draft and directed staff to return with alternative policies and constitutionality analysis within 30–60 days and to arrange a focused convening to refine options.
Fayetteville City Council debated proposed amendments to the city's streets and sidewalks code governing picketing, parades and special events at the Jan. 5 work session and ultimately tabled the draft pending further legal review and policy alternatives.
City attorneys presented amendments that would create location‑based buffers in certain circumstances — including a proposed 10‑foot perimeter around outdoor dining…
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