Dear Members of the Board of Supervisors - We are a small cottage business that sells at the farmers market. This is our main way of sharing our products, and our work is very seasonal. We are proud to be part of Mendocino County’s strong local business community, which is one of the many things that makes this area so special.
If fees are increased, it will impact small businesses and farms, especially those that produce food for the community and local food banks. Such a sharp increase could make it difficult for many vendors to continue operating and could impact the diversity and accessibility of local food offerings. While we understand that adjustments may be necessary, we respectfully ask that any fee increases be implemented in a way that reflects reasonable, incremental changes aligned with inflation and the realities faced by small, seasonal businesses. Thank you for your time and consideration.