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Small business regulatory relief
With 82% of local businesses employing fewer than 10 people, staff proposed making youth sports facilities and fitness centers buy-right, trimming downtown hearing requirements, and cutting fees. Council wants mom-and-pop protections included.
1 mentionLast discussed Jun 16, 2026
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Sprouts Farmers Market Alcohol License
The council signed off on the public convenience or necessity finding needed for the new Sprouts on South Bradley Road to sell beer and wine.
1 mentionLast discussed Feb 17, 2026