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Sebastopol City Council Orders Removal of Commercial Smoking Equipment

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 21
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What happened

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The Sebastopol City Council ordered Kris Austin to remove commercial smoking equipment from A&M BBQ in Sebastopol. This action followed a unanimous vote on October 6 against zoning changes that would have permitted outdoor commercial barbeques in commercial office zones. Council members stated that outdoor barbeques are prohibited, even with a use permit.

From pressdemocrat.com

Why it matters

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The order restricts core operational equipment for the business. The city had been publicly weighing support for the local Black-owned business against health concerns raised by nearby residents regarding the smoke generated by the barbecue joint.

The city council governs local affairs in Sebastopol, which involves the Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit board.

From pressdemocrat.com

Who's involved

  • Kris AustinSubject of the zoning enforcement order regarding outdoor cooking equipment.
  • SebastopolCity where the zoning order and business operates.
  • city councilLegislative body that issued the order.

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The entities involved

  • Kris Austin

    Canadian politician

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  • Sebastopol

    city in Sonoma County, California, United States

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