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Largo commissioners approve first reading to create West Bay Drive downtown entertainment district
Summary
The Largo City Commission voted 7-0 on first reading to create the West Bay Drive Downtown Entertainment District, which would permit designated open-container zones, set cup size and drink limits, and add noise limits for outdoor events; staff will draft an implementation plan and return for second reading.
The Largo City Commission voted 7-0 on first reading to approve Ordinance No. 2025-07, proposing the creation of the West Bay Drive Downtown Entertainment District, a designated area in downtown Largo that would allow open alcoholic beverage consumption in specified public zones and establish related rules on hours, cup sizes and noise limits.
City development staff told the commission the district aims to activate downtown, support residential and commercial growth and create a destination by allowing controlled "sip and stroll" activity, live music and expanded outdoor dining. Staff recommended the ordinance after community outreach, including a door‑hanger survey, visits to downtown businesses and a July 2024 commission work session that directed staff to expand the proposed boundaries.
The ordinance would amend Largo’s code (Chapter 4, Alcoholic Beverages; Chapter 11, Noise) to create the district and allow the city manager to…
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