After Lawyers Are Paid, Their Work to Update Reno Business Codes is Trashed
A recap of recent Our Town Reno reporting plus bonus content.
After paying the local law firm Fennemore Craig $62,500 to come up with draft changes to local business licensing codes, the City of Reno “will regroup and strategize on a more effective way to move forward with Council’s unanimous direction on March 29, 2023 … to open and amend Titles 4 and 5 in their entirety."
That message is now included on the City’s Business License Code Revision page after a barrage of angry comments from local business owners and Mayor Hillary Schieve herself saying the proposals needed to be trashed.
“Reno was built on a pioneering spirit—a spirit of collaboration, innovation, and resilience. This spirit is what drives us to continually improve and adapt to the needs of our community. We are committed to working closely with you to develop a framework that not only addresses the concerns raised but also strengthens the foundation for a thriving business community in Reno,” the website page indicates in a message to business licensees and interested parties.
“We will continue to gather your perspectives on what works and what doesn’t in the current business license code. We will also share the City’s challenges in ensuring a safe and vibrant business landscape. Throughout this process, we will maintain clear and transparent communication, keeping you informed every step of the way,” it adds.
Proposed changes concerning stipulations in hiring ex-offenders posed legal concerns, while a myriad of other proposals were also seen as impeding businesses too much.
Different chapters of the municipal code under review described by staff as antiquated and in need of a major refresh concern adult cabarets, alcoholic beverages, cannabis establishments, gaming, massage parlors and therapists, non-motorized vehicles for hire, pawnbrokers, lodging, secondhand dealers, sidewalk vendors, solicitors, canvassers, special events, tobacco and vehicle towing among others.
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