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Quitman County approves special-event alcohol license for Riverfest despite one dissenting vote

Georgetown-Quitman County Commission · March 2, 2026

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Summary

The Georgetown-Quitman County Commission approved a special-event alcohol license for Riverfest 2025 with a 3–1 vote; Vice Chairman David Kinsey voted against the license. County organizers also asked for volunteers and said the event will offer entertainment for all ages.

The Georgetown-Quitman County Commission voted to approve a special-event alcohol license for Riverfest 2025 at its April 8 meeting.

Commissioner Willie H. Bussey Jr. moved to approve the license; Commissioner Jerry Green seconded. The motion carried with Yes votes from Bussey, Green and Chairman Carvel Lewis and a No vote from Vice Chairman David Kinsey. The minutes record the vote tally but do not include reasons for Kinsey’s dissent.

Separately during the chairman’s report, Leslie Culver asked for volunteers to support Riverfest activities and said planners have arranged entertainment intended for all ages. The minutes do not record a final event schedule or vendor list.

The approval authorizes county issuance of a special-event alcohol license for Riverfest 2025; the minutes do not record additional permit conditions, staffing requirements or related vendor approvals.