The Town Council in its sole discretion, or its designee, may grant an exemption for grounds upon making a finding and determination either that compliance with the living wage will cause economic hardship, or that the exemption is necessary for the best interests of the town and is due to unusual circumstances (e.g., following a declared natural disaster) or where the town is required to award a contract for services to a sole source contractor for services. For all exemption requests, the exemption applicant must provide a written statement that includes complete details in support of the request for exemption and describe alternative solutions pursued. Exemptions will apply only to the contract for which they are granted.
(Ord. 691, passed 8-6-2002)