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East Ridge approves alcohol rules, vendor list and upgrades for Venue 1921; council debates police staffing threshold
Summary
Council approved a package of Venue 1921 policies and purchases — including an alcohol-service policy that requires city-approved bar staff and a $50 nonrefundable alcohol fee, a $58,150 landscaping contract, and $15,004.78 in chairs/tables — while members debated whether one officer per 100 guests is sufficient.
The East Ridge City Council on Nov. 13 approved multiple measures to ready Venue 1921 for bookings, including a new alcohol-service policy, a preferred-vendor program, landscaping work and purchases of chairs, tables and linens.
City Manager Miller presented the alcohol-service resolution that defines Venue 1921 as the pavilion structure at 1501 Thomas Avenue together with adjacent city-owned parking and green space. Under the policy applicants must apply at least 30 days in advance, show insurance, pay a $50 nonrefundable alcohol-event fee, and use city- or venue-approved bar-service staff. “If you are not approved…
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