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World Cup planning: 11 cities approved for expanded outdoor service and five fan zones
Summary
Rebecca Smith reported agency work to prepare jurisdictions for FIFA World Cup activity, noting 11 cities approved expanded outdoor alcohol service and five fan zones; some events may operate without formal fan‑zone authorization.
Rebecca (Becky) Smith briefed the team on preparations for the FIFA World Cup, saying the agency provided training for cities and enforcement staff and supported local Q&A. She reported that 11 cities had approvals for expanded outdoor alcohol service and that five fan zones were authorized; she also noted several locations are hosting activities without applying for a formal fan‑zone authorization.
Smith said expanded outdoor service authorizations remain in place through June 2027, and the agency had not yet received any civic campus authorizations but expected interest from events such as Bumpershoot. The Chair thanked staff for coordination and preparation efforts across jurisdictions. "We have 11 cities that have been approved, and we have, 5 fan zones," Smith said.
