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Retailers say Orange's tobacco licensing rules unfairly hit gas stations; staff promises refinements
Summary
Several local convenience‑store owners and trade representatives urged the council to amend Ordinance 12‑25, arguing licensing fees, a vape ban and transfer restrictions disproportionately burden compliant gas stations; staff said refinements (including the 2–6 a.m. restriction) are under review and staff will reconvene with stakeholders.
Multiple convenience‑store owners and retail trade representatives used public comment at the April 28 City Council meeting to urge revisions to Ordinance 12‑25, saying the tobacco licensing regime and related restrictions are harming long‑standing local businesses.
Martin Sherifinjad, who identified himself as a 7‑Eleven franchisee, said the city’s annual tobacco license fee — which he described as about $880 — and a…
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