The City of Wasco City Council convened on July 15, 2025, to discuss several amendments to the municipal code aimed at enhancing public safety and regulating local vending practices.

The meeting began with a proposal to amend the municipal code to prohibit public urination and defecation. This amendment is considered standard practice in many municipalities but was not previously included in Wasco's code. City staff recommended the approval of this amendment, which was subsequently introduced and the first reading waived. The council unanimously approved the motion after a brief public hearing, which yielded no comments from the public.

Following this, the council addressed a second ordinance concerning the prohibition of human-powered vending on city streets, roads, and bicycle lanes. This amendment aims to clarify existing regulations that already restrict food vending vehicles from public streets. The ordinance was introduced, and again, the first reading was waived. During the public hearing, no comments were received, and council members expressed their support for the measure.

Council Member Raya raised questions regarding the implications of the ordinance, specifically about the ability of vendors to travel through streets without vending. City staff clarified that while vendors cannot sell from the streets, they may travel on them to reach designated vending locations, provided they comply with state laws regarding sidewalk vending and ADA accessibility.

The council discussed the enforcement of the ordinance, noting that vendors found in violation would face a waiting period of six to ten months before being eligible to obtain a new permit. This provision aims to ensure compliance with the new regulations.

The meeting concluded with both ordinances being introduced and the first readings waived, setting the stage for future discussions and potential adoption in subsequent meetings. The council's actions reflect a commitment to maintaining public order and regulating local commerce effectively.