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Garfield council advances ordinance to bar retail operations between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Summary
On April 22, the Garfield Mayor and Council advanced a first-reading ordinance that would prohibit retail businesses from operating between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m., citing overnight loitering, drag racing and late-night disorder. A final hearing is scheduled for May 13.
Garfield Mayor and Council voted April 22 to advance an ordinance that would prohibit retail businesses from operating between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m., a step leaders said is aimed at curbing late-night loitering, drug activity and drag racing associated with 24-hour stores.
The measure, introduced as Ordinance 3072 (R-210-25), would apply broadly to retail sales citywide, including convenience stores and large-format retailers. Mayor Garnto said the council has seen…
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