The American Civil Liberties Union has stated that the ordinance and its application are unconstitutional.
Many business owners are also opposed to the ordinance.
Click on the flag to get an update on this ongoing Carmel Controversy. The Tibetan people have struggled with Chinese invaders who have been exploiting their natural resources and indigenous culture since 1959. Carmel Valley's Nawang Lama was on a family pilgrimage to India when the Chinese Communists quickly conquered his country. He attended private schools outside his homeland, adapting western ideas, yet retaining his proud heritage. Read the full story about Nawang Lama by clicking on the image to the right .