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NYC Council approves dining surcharge to help restaurants amid pandemic

Wednesday, September 16, 2020
NYC Council approves dining surcharge to help restaurants amid pandemic
Stacey Sager reports the "COVID-19 Recovery Charge" will temporarily allow restaurants to a charge of up to 10% of a customer's total bill.
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