Legislation sponsored by North Ward Councilman Anibal Ramos Jr. that would ban the selling of alcoholic beverages from piña colada stands that have become ubiquitous in Newark during the summer was introduced by the City Council.

The proposed legislation would make it illegal for street vendors to add alcohol to flavored ice drinks. First time violators would be fined up to $500, while subsequent offenders would be fined $1,000 for each offense.

Legislation sponsored by North Ward Councilman Anibal Ramos Jr. establishing safety and security standards for the placement of ATM machines in Newark was introduced by the City Council today.

The legislation would also require registration of privately operated ATMs and prohibit their placement on sidewalks.

Legislation co-sponsored by North Ward Councilman Anibal Ramos Jr. that allows Newark to protect workers from having their wages stolen by employers was introduced by the City Council.

The legislation, co-sponsored by Councilman-at-Large Eddie Osborne, would allow the City of Newark to suspend or revoke business licenses of employers found to be in violation of state laws governing proper compensation for employees.