Ban open alcohol containers on streets and sidewalks

Police & Community SafetyGovernancePolice Department

In Plain English

The city currently allows people to carry open beer, wine, and liquor containers on public streets and sidewalks. If approved, police can cite anyone drinking alcohol in these areas. The law targets public drinking that creates safety concerns and neighborhood complaints.

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Votes

Adopt the ordinance, with direction to Chief Magnus to address recycling and private property issues in the administrative policy

Moved by: Councilmember BatesSeconded by: Councilmember Viramontes
Passed

5 to 0

Mayor McLaughlinAbstain
BatesAye
ButtAye
RogersAye
RittermanAye
Vice Mayor LopezAbsent
ViramontesAye