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Committee advances Irvington DORA ordinances after split public comment and amendments
Summary
The Rules and Public Policy Committee passed two ordinances establishing a citywide DORA process (Proposal 3-51) and an Irvington DORA (Proposal 3-52) as amended. Supporters said the DORA will help small businesses and festivals; opponents said notice and enforcement were inadequate and asked for more time.
The Rules and Public Policy Committee voted to pass two ordinances as amended that create a citywide process for designated outdoor refreshment areas (DORAs) and would establish a DORA in Irvington.
Councilor Andy Nielsen, the sponsor, described Proposal 3-51 as the citywide framework and Proposal 3-52 as the Irvington-specific ordinance. Nielsen said a DORA permits people 21 and older to purchase alcoholic beverages from approved vendors and carry them within clearly defined boundaries. He said the state statute requires an ordinance that includes a map, designated permittees and hours, and that the city can submit the ordinance to the Alcohol and Tobacco Commission (ATC) for approval. "The DORA allows an individual who is at least 21 years old to purchase alcoholic beverages from approved vendors and establishments and carry them outside to be consumed within the DORA boundaries," Nielsen said.
Nielsen and his amendments set operational limits meant to address safety and…
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