Vanessa Fultz
vanessa.fultz@gaflnews.com
The city wants to put a stop to car tent sales. The city council had its first reading Tuesday on an ordinance to stop the practice with hopes it will go into affect in November.
City Clerk Jimmy McCullers said the council made the decision in order to protect local car dealers who go in business legitimately and to shield buyers from scams.
"Car dealers obtain an occupation license and pay property taxes," McCullers said.
"There were a lot of unscrupulous dealings going on" involving tent sales, he added.
The ordinance would change the zoning regulations in Commercial Intensive (CI) zones to prohibit tent sales. Currently, CI zones that allow the practice in the city, are located on 129 north near Winderweedle Street and on both sides of the road near Lowe's.
The new law, however, would also restrict local car dealers from setting up tent sales. Those selling other items, such as plants or animals, may still obtain a peddler's license to do so.
The council will have the next reading on the ordinance at its Nov. 13 meeting.
County Commission Chairman Randy Hatch said the county is also looking at drafting an ordinance.
"We don't want tent salesmen to just hop down the road," Hatch said.
"We're concerned with those who sale a lemon and run," he added. "We don't want the people of Suwannee County to be scammed."
He said he wants to make sure salespersons can be reached for contact after a sale.
Local News
October 12, 2007
Council seeks to ban auto tent sales
- Local News
-
-
Free community fitness at parks
-
Motorcyclist walks away from collision with car
-
Outbreak of Cinara aphids in south county reported
-
Branford High's Karen Koon named district teacher of the year
-
Students raise funds for Evan’s Cause
-
Closing date approaching on quota liquor licensing
-
Road to Olustee at Suwannee Museum
-
Best Super Bowl ad? Vote for your favorite
Naked M&Ms, an out-of-shape dog on a mission and Clint Eastwood delivering a passionate speech about American adversity -- these are among the favorite commercials that aired during Sunday's Super Bowl.
-
Prisoner transport vehicle involved in wreck
A Jacksonville man was traveling down the wrong side of I-10 when he crashed into the van.
-
Man suffers serious injuries on CR 137 crash
Glen St. Mary man was also involved in hit and run crash in Columbia County prior to this one, FHP reported.
- More Local News Headlines
-
Man Killed in Courthouse Shootout
Video of Ga. Man Who Killed Girl Released
Air Force Airlines: Leaders Get Polished Service
Ga Girl Fights Off Kidnapper at Walmart
Nevada Highway Patrol, City Settle Beating Case
White House Attacks Romney on Birth Control
Homs Bombardment Continues, Global Outcry Grows
Mo. Teen Gets Life Sentence for Killing Girl, 9
Lower-hassle Screening to Be Tested at Airports
Raw Video: Dog Rescued From Icy Colo. Water
Helmet Camera Captures Calif. Fire Rescue
Worker Tells 911: Powell 'exploded the House'
Triple Win: Santorum Takes Minn., Mo., Colo.
Injured Marine Inspired by Homecoming
No Rape Charges Against Son of NYPD Commissioner
Egypt's Ruling Generals Play Risky Game With US
Former Komen Exec Defends Funding Cut
Skip the Coffee Cup and Inhale Your Caffeine Fix
Calif. Gay Marriage Ban Ruled Unconstitutional
Jury Selection for Ex-UVa Athlete Enters 2nd Day
