Several months ago, the Planning Board and City Commission declined to adopt an ordinance that would have permitted a retail fulfillment center to operate in the Harding Townsite district in North Beach.

I understand that a retail fulfillment center business is exploring different site locations for a presence in other districts throughout the City. I have separately sponsored a referral item to address the issue of retail fulfillment centers in a comprehensive manner, by creating a definition that more accurately captures the distinctions between retail fulfillment centers and a convenience store, and identify zoning districts where retail fulfillment centers may be permitted, conditional, and/or prohibited uses.

Please do not hesitate to contact Commission Aide Amadeus Huff for further information.