Benton Harbor Legislative Committee Discusses Regulating Business Hours

Benton Harbor Legislative Committee discusses regulating business hours

"We're tired of it. They are a nuisance," Benton Harbor First Ward City Commissioner Sharon Henderson said.The Benton Harbor Legislative Committee discussing a

BH committee reviews proposed ordinance restricting retail sales late at night

The city of Benton Harbor could soon limit the hours during which retail businesses are allowed to operate in order to reduce late night parties that cause disturbances and sometimes lead to violence. At a meeting of the city’s Legislative Committee Wednesday, City Manager Alex Little explained a proposed ordinance that would prohibit businesses from being open for the purpose of retail sales between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. He said he’s met with sever…

Proposed ordinance would prohibit retail operations in Benton Harbor between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m.

The city of Benton Harbor could soon limit the hours during which retail businesses are allowed to operate in order to reduce late night parties that cause disturbances and sometimes lead to violence. At a meeting of the city’s Legislative Committee Wednesday, City Manager Alex Little explained a proposed ordinance that would prohibit businesses from being open for the purpose of retail sales between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. He said he’s met with sever…