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Council hears downtown social-district proposal; staff to bring rules back for vote
Summary
Staff presented parameters for a downtown social-district pilot — permit fee, branded cups, two-drink limit per transaction, defined boundaries and training requirements — and council agreed to return the item for a formal vote after adjustments and vendor feedback.
City staff presented a draft framework for a downtown social district that would allow licensed establishments to sell alcohol in designated disposable cups for on-street consumption during city-sponsored events. The presentation described the proposal as a phased pilot limited to approved city events at first, with the goal of increasing pedestrian activity and supporting downtown businesses.
Misty, the staff presenter, said participating licensed establishments would be required to obtain a social-district permit, serve beverages in a special cup not larger than 16 ounces and track cups…
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