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Manteca council allows alcohol at Woodward and Library parks with permit, insurance requirements
Summary
The City Council unanimously amended the municipal code to allow alcohol at two community parks for permitted events, requiring insurance, ABC compliance and possible security at the applicant's expense.
The Manteca City Council on a 5-0 vote approved an ordinance amendment to allow consumption of alcohol at Woodward Park and Library Park for permitted gatherings and special events, bringing those parks in line with existing allowances at Marion Elliot (formerly Lincoln) Park and Northgate Community Park.
The ordinance change was framed as a narrow allowance for permitted events, not an open public drinking rule. "It's not like they can just come and drink alcohol at the park," Recreation and Community Services Manager Brandy Clark said. She told the council applicants must complete the standard reservation and special-event application process and supply insurance.
Under the city's permitting process, applicants must show general-liability insurance and, for events selling…
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