Proposed ordinance to prohibit nitrous oxide sales by retailers in Alameda.
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What to do next
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Attend the Council Meeting
Join the meeting on May 5, 2026, to voice your opinion on the ordinance.
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Contact City Clerk
Reach out to Lara Weisiger for any questions regarding the ordinance.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the proposed ordinance about?
- It prohibits the sale and distribution of nitrous oxide by certain retailers.
- When will the ordinance take effect?
- The ordinance will take effect on May 21, 2026, if adopted.
- When is the final adoption meeting?
- The final adoption meeting is on May 5, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
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Full Notice Text
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE AND DIGEST AMENDING THE ALAMEDA MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDING ARTICLE XVIII (TOBACCO RETAILERS) OF CHAPTER VI (BUSINESSES, OCCUPATIONS, AND INDUSTRIES) PROHIBITING THE SALE AND DISTRIBUTION OF NITROUS OXIDE BY TOBACCO RETAILERS, CONVENIENCE STORES, AND OTHER RETAIL ESTABLISHMENTS The proposed ordinance establishes a framework for prohibiting the sale and distribution of nitrous oxide in tobacco and similar retail establishments. The ordinance establishes a broad prohibition on the sale or distribution of nitrous oxide and "nitrous oxide devices" (cartridges, balloons, and nozzles) by retailers. If the ordinance is adopted, the City's ban will go into place May 21, 2026. The ordinance was introduced at the Regular City Council Meeting of April 21, 2026 passed to print by 5 Ayes, 0 Noes, 0 Absent, 0 Abstention(s). Consideration of final adoption is set for the Regular Council Meeting to be held in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, corner of Santa Clara Avenue and Oak Street, Alameda, California, on May 5, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Notice thereof is hereby published pursuant to Section 3-14 of the Alameda City Charter. Lara Weisiger, City Clerk AJ 6964351 May 1, 2026
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