In December, 2013, an ordinance went into affect allowing the creation of an entertainment district within the downtown area of Leadville. In this designated district, the common consumption of alcohol is allowed to be operated by promotional associations. This is in congruence with Senate Bill 11-273, and provides a physically sanctioned space within which patrons are authorized to purchase alcoholic beverages from a participating establishment on designated evenings and take that beverage outside in a clearly marked cup.
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Greeley and Mountain Village in Telluride have both created these districts. Greeley is calling their program the “Go Cup” area, and promotes Friday night downtown bar hopping. Telluride Mountain Village uses this district to promote an outdoor atmosphere during events.
This is forward thinking for our small town. The designated area has been created to include established restaurants within the downtown core. When special events are planned, patrons can order a drink and wander outside, creating a “beer tent” atmosphere. Grab a margarita at Casa Blanca or a Beer at Pastimes and stoll along Harrison Avenue listening to live music or checking out artwork!
Obviously, regulations will be in effect, such as using clearly marked cups and showing id’s for each purchase.
This is yet another tool for the City of Leadville to use in it’s pursuit to reinvigorate the downtown core. Get involved. Show your support. Leadville is changing, and you can be a part of it!