Ban alcohol billboards near schools
In Plain English
Richmond currently allows alcohol advertising on billboards throughout the city. This law creates buffer zones around schools where alcohol billboards cannot be placed. If approved, existing alcohol billboards near schools must be removed or changed to advertise other products.
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Votes
Adopt Ordinance No. 21-13 N.S. to ban alcohol billboards near schools
5 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
Richmond will ban alcohol advertising on billboards near schools after the council unanimously approved the new ordinance. The law creates buffer zones around schools where alcohol billboards cannot be placed, and existing alcohol billboards in these areas must be removed or changed to advertise other products. All five council members present voted in favor, with Bates and Boozé absent. This measure aims to reduce children's exposure to alcohol advertising in their school neighborhoods.
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