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Sunset Beach council rejects trial allowing push‑cart vending on the strand
Summary
After hours of public comment, the Town of Sunset Beach council on May 4 rejected a proposed trial to allow up to two push‑cart vendors on the beach, citing concerns about character, enforcement, environmental impacts and fairness to existing businesses.
The Town of Sunset Beach council voted May 4 to deny a proposed trial that would have allowed push‑cart vendors on the beach strand during the summer season. The motion to deny carried on a voice vote after an extended public comment period in which dozens of residents and business owners urged the council to preserve the town's low‑key, noncommercial character.
Supporters of a trial had suggested limiting permits (two carts) and running the pilot from Memorial Day through Labor Day…
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