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Council hears second-reading ordinance to exempt DORA sales from open-container rule; moves to third reading
Summary
The Common Council took up a second-reading ordinance June 3 that would amend the city’s public-drinking code to exempt designated DORA areas where patrons may purchase a beverage and walk in public; public comment opposed a proposed surcharge on cups, and the ordinance will advance to third reading.
The Michigan City Common Council held the second reading June 3 of an ordinance to amend Section 78‑6 of the Michigan City Municipal Code (drinking in public and private areas) to create an exemption for the city’s DORA (Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area).
Council members explained the amendment aligns the city’s public‑drinking code with the DORA…
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