The Chanute City Commission is holding a general discussion on its transient vendor ordinance following inquiries from food trucks wanting to operate at the Ball Complex in Santa Fe Park during baseball and softball games. Current rules only allow vendors on private property with owner permission, or on public property when specifically approved by the Commission for designated special events like Artist Alley, Octoberfest, and Safari Fun Days.This indicates the City may revise its ordinance or establish a structured process for food trucks and mobile vendors at parks and recreation facilities. Any change could require new permitting workflows, enforcement processes, signage, and possibly technology for applications, payments, and scheduling. Vendors in permitting software, code enforcement systems, policy consulting, or event/vendor management tools can engage early as staff and commissioners evaluate options for managing transient vendors on City property.

Focus is on food trucks at Santa Fe Park Ball Complex but may affect broader transient vendor policy and permitting processes citywide.