Council backs stricter outdoor dining cleanup rules
The proposal would require sidewalk and roadway dining operators to keep setups clear of trash, graffiti, vermin, food scraps, and other unsanitary conditions.
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The proposal would require sidewalk and roadway dining operators to keep setups clear of trash, graffiti, vermin, food scraps, and other unsanitary conditions.
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