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Traverse City amends public-consumption code for sidewalks, decks and parking; ordinance introduced after 5-1 vote
Summary
Commissioners introduced an amendment to the city code limiting alcohol consumption in public rights of way and permitting licensed businesses with Liquor Control Commission approval to operate under existing social-district rules; the measure advanced after a 5'1 roll call vote.
Traverse City commissioners on Aug. 18 introduced an amendment to Chapter 670 (Personal Conduct Offenses), Section 670.04, to clarify and expand prohibitions on open alcohol consumption in public rights-of-way including sidewalks, streets, parking structures and lots. The commission voted 5'1 in roll call to advance the ordinance for possible enactment on Sept. 2.
City staff and the police chief had previously…
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