(FOX40.COM) \u2014 The City of Sacramento is expanding entertainment zones where people can purchase to-go alcoholic beverages in public spaces during approved special events.<\/p>\n
On Tuesday, the City Council approved updates to the City Code to expand Sacramento\u2019s entertainment zone, adding two zones in the 17th and R streets area and the Handle District.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis expansion builds on the excitement and success we\u2019ve already seen,\u201d Tina Lee-Vogt, the City\u2019s nighttime economy manager, said. \u201cEntertainment zones help create more opportunities for people to connect, experience Sacramento\u2019s culture and support our small businesses.\u201d<\/p>\n
In June, the program that implemented entertainment zones in the city identified the first three zones on 20th and K Street, Ali Youssefi Square and the Convention Center areas. Since then, multiple events, including the Rainbow Festival and Terra Madre Americas, have brought large crowds, boosting businesses in these areas.<\/p>\n
The new ordinances will operate as entertainment zones during permitted events. Boundaries will be clearly marked and safety requirements and age verification measures will also be in place.<\/p>\n
\u201cThese zones have proven to activate our streets and create memorable, safe experiences,\u201d Lee-Vogt said. \u201cThey\u2019re a win for residents, visitors and local businesses.\u201d<\/p>\n
The two additional areas within the city\u2019s program are located:<\/p>\n
17th and R Street Entertainment Zone: 16th to 18th streets, Quill Alley to S Street<\/p>\n
Handle District Entertainment Zone: 18th and 19th streets, L Street and Capitol Avenue<\/p>\n
The program joins various other cities that have implemented and approved entertainment zones, like San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Clara and Redding are also exploring similar options.<\/p>\n
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