§ 2-18-3. Intent and purpose.  


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  • It is further the intent and purpose of this ordinance to promote the health and general welfare of the citizens, residents, and businesses of Manatee County through the analysis of impacts from pain management clinics, the effectiveness of existing and emerging regulatory efforts, and a thorough consideration of the criteria for the establishment and location of pain management clinics within Manatee County. It is the intent of this ordinance to regulate conduct and not to affect land use or activities protected by the First Amendment.

(Ord. No. 12-14, § 1, 3-27-12)