TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
THRU: Tom Kisela, City Manager
FROM: Russell Bunim, Community Development Director
1. SUBJECT
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Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance No. 12-25, adding Chapter 5.100 to the Orange Municipal Code establishing provisions for Tobacco Retail Establishments.
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2. SUMMARY
The proposed Ordinance establishes a requirement that all tobacco retailers must register with the City, comply with regulations, and obtain a specialized permit to operate. Currently, the City does not have any regulatory ordinance related to tobacco retailing in the Orange Municipal Code.
3. RECOMMENDED ACTION
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Introduce and conduct First Reading of Ordinance No. 12-25: An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Orange adding Chapter 5.100 of the Orange Municipal Code establishing Code provisions including operational standards and permitting requirements for tobacco retail establishments.
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4. FISCAL IMPACT
None.
5. STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS
Goal 1: Maintain Strong Emergency and Safety Services
6. DISCUSSION AND BACKGROUND
Overview of Tobacco Retail Regulations and Local Enforcement in California
California's tobacco retail industry is governed by Federal and State regulations addressing licensing, sales, marketing, and distribution of tobacco products. These regulations aim to ensure lawful tobacco commerce while addressing public health concerns, such as preventing youth access, limiting flavored tobacco, and reducing the societal impacts of tobacco use. A summary of key State legislation, highlights of enforcement challenges, and local efforts to close regulatory gaps is provided below.
State-Level Regulations and Authority
The Cigarette and Tobacco Products Licensing Act of 2003 requires all tobacco retailers to obtain a license from the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration, ensuring tax collection and regulatory oversight.
In 2016, the State of California amended the Stop To...
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