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Conway council OKs first reading of Pedal Pub franchise — no alcohol allowed
Summary
The Conway City Council gave first reading to an ordinance allowing Bridal Pub/Global Leisure Management to run downtown pedal-tour rides from 7 Elm Street, provided the tours do not involve alcohol; staff had recommended disapproval over enforcement concerns with open containers on state roads.
The Conway City Council gave first reading Aug. 18 to an ordinance (ZA2025-0902D) granting a nonexclusive franchise to Bridal Pub/Global Leisure Management to operate downtown Pedal Pub tours, with pickup and drop-off at the city-owned property at 7 Elm Street, contingent on a prohibition on alcohol aboard the vehicles.
City staff had recommended disapproval because of enforcement concerns, particularly open-container rules on state roads such as Third Avenue, but told council the company could operate if alcohol was not a part of the ride. During the public hearing,…
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