VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — July 1 marks the beginning of a new fiscal year in Virginia, and with that comes some new laws, including at least two that could have a big impact in Virginia Beach.
The Stockpot in Virginia Beach appeared busy Monday afternoon, but owner Patrick Edwards worries he might have fewer customers once the city’s new meals tax increase goes into effect July 1.
That’s why he’s signed an online petition started by the Virginia Beach Restaurant Association. The goal of the petition is to highlight opposition to the tax increase. As of Monday afternoon, it had over 1,500 signatures…