City Council faces backlash over food truck ordinance

During a recent city council meeting in Almoni, local small business and restaurant owners expressed their gratitude for the support received from the council, particularly regarding the newly approved food truck ordinance, numbered 10.16.070.

The ordinance, which took approximately one year to develop, has faced criticism from the committee that initially proposed it. Concerns were raised that key recommendations made by the committee were not included in the final version approved by the council. Specifically, the ordinance lacks clarity on the designated routes for food trucks and the stipulations regarding their proximity to existing restaurants.

According to the original committee proposal, food trucks were to be restricted from operating within 300 feet of any restaurant or food establishment, and they would be allowed to remain in one location for only 30 minutes. However, these provisions were not incorporated into the ordinance as it stands, leading to confusion about the operational requirements for food trucks in the city.

The city attorney's omission of these details has prompted calls for further clarification and potential amendments to ensure that the ordinance aligns with the committee's initial recommendations and supports local businesses effectively. The council's decision to extend the meeting indicates a willingness to address these concerns and finalize the business at hand.