There is no way it costs $2 mil to set up a few meetings and write a report. The six months notice might cost extra money in wages, because when they give people notice the store is closing, they could quit unless the store compensated them extra … and I’m all for workers having that right to leave a job that isn’t going to last.
If they’re operating at a loss, wouldn’t they close anyway? You’re talking about a business decision that only makes sense for a store that’s on the brink of closing anyway. So like, a few stores close a few months early? That’s the worst case scenario you’re talking about. And then any new store will have to set up with the intention to stick around.
With thriving businesses, I’m talking about new grocery stores. The bill does not cost nearly enough money to prevent someone from starting up a whole store
I do community organizing work with a nonprofit, there is no way that would cost over a million dollars, absolutely no way.
If you’re a grocer, you’d set up in San Francisco because you have a local investment in the community. Or could be a co-op. You’re missing the point of the law, SF doesn’t want to attract corporations. They’ve already been failing the city with speculative stores in huge lots that end up closing. Small businesses can’t afford to make those gambles.
Anyway have fun licking boots.