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Tucson council allows distribution of prepackaged food in parks while directing staff to set expectations
Summary
After debate about neighborhood impacts and cleanup, the council voted 7–0 to revise the parks ordinance to allow free distribution of prepackaged food and refreshments in parks without a city permit and asked staff to socialize expectations for mutual‑aid groups and coordinate city outreach.
The mayor and council on Feb. 3 approved a change to the city parks ordinance to allow free distribution of prepackaged food and refreshments in parks without a city permit, after council members sought assurances about equity, neighborhood impacts and cleanup.
Council Member Barajas asked for additional parameters and stakeholder engagement, noting concerns from some neighbors about…
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