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Aransas Pass explores 'Sip and Stroll' downtown pilot to let patrons carry beer and wine in a mapped district
Summary
Council discussed a proposal to create a downtown 'Sip and Stroll' district permitting beer and wine in approved containers during set hours, with a recommended 12‑month pilot, defined boundaries and metrics; staff to draft ordinance and coordinate needed state and traffic approvals.
Councilors discussed a proposal to create a downtown ‘Sip and Stroll’ (also called Sip and Shop) district where patrons could carry beer and wine in approved containers while walking between approved, licensed businesses. The proposal would allow on‑premise businesses to sell beverages in approved cups within a mapped area and during posted hours.
Sponsor presentation referenced examples from other Texas cities and said the program must follow Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission…
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