Council GOP Leader Joann Ariola criticized for supporting law that decriminalizes illegal vending

Advocates for small businesses are criticizing Republican minority leader Joanne Ariola after she voted to override a veto on a law meant to decriminalize illegal vending, a position she initially opposed alongside other conservatives. Ariola’s change of heart gave enough backing to overturn Adams’ veto, with insiders noting the vote was particularly contentious. “Joann sold […]