The Official Unofficial Minutes of the WL BOA
Jerry's Rules, Part II
6 OctoberMy second question to the Mayor and BOA during Open Comments was simple and straightforward, "Is itlegal to sell alcohol in the Parks?" Without answering the question directly, Jerry launched into an explanation of the recent SWAT party at Birmingham Park. Alcohol wasn't for sale, but rather individuals gave a "donation" for a certain amount of tickets. These tickets in turn could be used to redeem various items, including alcohol. Here is the kicker, to insure this practice was legit, at any time an individual could request alcohol without exchanging any tickets and get the booze for free. This wasn't posted anywhere, I guess you just had to know and maybe wink. Jerry said he checked with George Regan, boozemaster twice at the SWAT party to insure this practice was being implemented.
(Prior to the BOA meeting one of the aldermen requested a legal opinion from the City Attorney regarding the sale of alcohol. I tried to obtain a copy but was informed it was not available because it was "privileged information" No reference to this opinion was made during the meeting.)
So there you have it, if you or your group, or anyone from anywhere, has the mind to make some money in our parks, This Bud Is For You (Wink).
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