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Hot Springs council reopens discussion on alcohol in parks, stops short of changes
Summary
Aldermen discussed whether to broaden local limits on alcohol in public parks and reviewed ordinance 92-12 and the city's temporary alcoholic beverage-license practice; council members said they currently see no data requiring broader restrictions.
Hot Springs City Council members discussed whether to broaden local limits on consumption of alcoholic beverages in city parks during an Aug. 18 meeting but took no formal action.
Councilmembers reviewed ordinance 92-12 (possession, use, or consumption of alcoholic beverages/glass containers) and a list of temporary alcoholic beverage licenses approved since Jan. 1. Council members said the ordinance and the existing temporary-license process largely limit council review to location and the integrity of applicants, and they debated whether the…
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