Less stringent ordinance for alcohol in city parks is approved by 3-2 vote

2016-09-22

By Kurt Menk
Editor

The Arlington City Council, during its regular meeting on Monday night, Sept. 19, voted 3-2 and approved the second reading of proposed Ordinance 309 repealing and replacing Ordinance 295 and regulating the possession, sale and consumption of intoxicating and 3.2 percent malt liquor.


The City Council, for the fourth consecutive meeting, wrestled with the idea of whether or not to allow alcohol in local parks and, if so, to what degree.


In addition to special events sponsored by community service organizations or a city celebration, the new ordinance will also allow for alcohol in local parks for class reunions, family reunions, company parties or other special event group activities. The city, which will grant any such exception, could set such terms for the event as it deems appropriate to protect the public property and the rights of other users of the park area.


With this change, the city will also install signs at all parks stating no tobacco or alcohol will be allowed.

Find the complete story in the September 22, 2016 edition of the Arlington Enterprise.

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