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Attorney Larry Barkett came before the Board representing the Chamber of Commerce and reported that the proposed ordinance was drafted by him and submitted to the Administrator's staff for review and revision. Considerable discussion followed, and it was generally agreed that an ordinance of this type is very much needed, but the Board had problems with restricting transients to operate only at licensed flea markets and, in addition, restricting flea markets to operate only in M-1 and Agricultural zones. Question also arose as to the $150 yearly license fee for conducting business as a flea market operator and a $15 zoning permit fee for each booth. Commissioner Fletcher did not feel that individuals who grow produce should be limited -to selling it only on their own property, but Attorney Collins -did not feel the wording of the proposed ordinance prevented individual stands. Further discussion was held in regard to setting up transient merchants in a specific location, and argument ensued as to definitions and whether the ordinance actually says what we intend. Commissioner Fletcher emphasized that he did not want to stifle competition, and it was his belief that the local merchants do not want to compete. Attorney Barkett and Vice Chairman Wodtke disagreed, and pointed out that the objection is that it is unfair competition to the local merchants since everyone should be required to obtain a license. Commissioner Fletcher was of the opinion that no one should have to have a license. It was emphasized that the intent is not to eliminate these merchants, but just control them. William Koolage, speaking as an interested citizen, saw the need for protection of the public, but believed the proposed ordinance is getting away from that main intent. NOV 181981 43 BOOK 48 PACE 174