Council approves pilot allowing alcohol consumption on Independence Square with restrictions
Council unanimously approved a pilot agreement allowing the consumption of alcoholic beverages in specified public areas of Independence Square (sidewalks and designated public spaces, not streets), with staff saying departments reviewed the plan and public-intoxication laws remain enforceable.
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The Independence City Council voted 7–0 on June 1 to authorize a pilot program permitting the consumption of alcoholic beverages on parts of Independence Square, such as sidewalks and designated public space, while excluding public ways and streets.
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