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Carmel staff outlines how DORA will work for businesses and festivals
Summary
City staff described the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) rules, permit path and local rollout plans, saying businesses will use state-approved cups and voluntary stickers to indicate whether they accept beverages from the DORA district.
City staff described the rollout of a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) in Carmel and how businesses can participate, including state permitting, cup requirements and signage ahead of upcoming festivals.
City staff member Kelly Douglas told attendees the DORA will use a single, state‑approved cup and a system of business stickers to show whether establishments accept drinks from the DORA district. "The blue one is for businesses that are selling a beverage; the green sticker means DORA is welcome, the red means DORA is not welcome," Douglas said. She said the state application and permitting process runs through the Alcohol and Tobacco Commission (ATC) website.
Why this matters: DORA changes where patrons may carry alcoholic beverages in the district and affects retail and festival operations. Staff emphasized that the program aims…
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