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Burleson council adopts limited alcohol policy for Chisholm Hall Sports Complex over objections

Burleson City Council · October 20, 2025
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Summary

Council approved an ordinance and a city policy allowing alcohol sales at designated areas of the new Chisholm Hall Sports Complex with restrictions (no alcohol during youth programs and tighter oversight). The ordinance passed 5–2 after council debate; the implementing policy passed unanimously.

The Burleson City Council voted Oct. 20 to permit limited alcohol sales at the new Chisholm Hall Sports Complex under a council‑approved ordinance and an accompanying alcohol policy specifying where and when sales are allowed.

Jen Basham, director of parks and recreation, told council the policy would limit sales to city‑approved designated areas, require general and liquor liability insurance naming the city as additional insured, and prohibit sales during youth leagues, practices, or events…

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