WILLITS COULD SOON HAVE an “entertainment zone” downtown where people would be allowed to have open containers of alcohol at approved events like outdoor festivals or farmers markets.
The Willits City Council discussed a draft ordinance on the issue last week. According to a report by city staff to the council, entertainment zones could “create a positive economic impact by encouraging visitors to spend more time downtown, increasing customer traffic for restaurants, retailers, and entertainment venues, and attracting new cultural and community events. In turn, this can strengthen the local economy, generate sales tax revenue, and enhance the city’s position as a regional destination for dining and entertainment.”
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