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After extended debate, Loma Linda council directs staff to research tobacco retail‑license enforcement models
Summary
Following a lengthy presentation and public comment, the council voted to direct staff to study how other cities implement and enforce tobacco retail licensing before returning with ordinance or fee proposals.
The Loma Linda City Council spent a substantial portion of its meeting discussing the potential for a local tobacco retail license (TRL), directing staff to research enforcement practices used by other cities before returning with a draft ordinance.
City staff explained that state law already requires cigarette and tobacco retailers to hold a state license under the California Cigarette and Tobacco Products Licensing Act of 2003, but noted some cities maintain an additional local TRL to fund inspections, compliance and education. Staff pointed to examples across California with fees ranging from roughly $475 to $595 annually, and in some…
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