Explanation
This ordinance is to amend Section 919.13 of the Columbus City Code to correct, delete and include language that was not done in 2017 when City Council enacted ordinance 0265-2017 to revise the Director of Recreation and Parks’ authority to grant written approval for the sale, service and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages during events at selected parks and facilities.
Background: It has been one year since the Columbus City Code has been revised to grant the Director of Recreation and Parks authority to set policy and guidelines for the sale, service and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages at major event venues. Currently alcohol is permitted in the Franklin Park Adventure Center and on the grounds of the Franklin Park Conservatory. Most alcoholic beverages sold during events are served and sold within a tent, trailer or vehicle, not a fixed facility.
By making a few minor changes to the existing code, we can delete the entire text of (3), renumber the remaining text and add the word “Franklin Park” under (4). To advance the City’s goal of developing vibrant neighborhoods and accommodate community celebrations within such neighborhoods as Franklin Park, the director of recreation and parks should be permitted by written authorization to allow the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages on certain occasions when it is of the best interest of the City.
Benefits to the Public: Expands the venues for charitable organizations to host events as community fundraising endeavors with proceeds going back to the community.
Community Input Issues: None
Area(s) Affected: Franklin Park
Master Plan Relation: Expand cultural, recreational and social leisure activities.
Fiscal Impact: None
Title
To amend Section 919.13 of the City Code to grant the Director of Recreation and Parks the authority to allow for the sale, service and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages at Franklin Park when used as an event venue. ...
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