From California Post · · 40s
Downtown LA Proposes Public Drinking Zones
LA council votes to test public drinking areas in high-crime downtown.
In brief
LA council votes to test public drinking areas in high-crime downtown. LA council approves study for public drinking zones in downtown to boost economy without increasing crime. Originally reported by California Post.
LA council votes
LA council voted 12-0 to study public drinking zones in downtown LA.
62% crime rate
Downtown LA crime rate is 62% above national average.
60-day study period
City planners have 60 days to report on feasibility of entertainment zones.
Public drinking zones
Adults can buy alcohol from bars and drink outdoors in specific zones.
The takeaway
LA council approves study for public drinking zones in downtown to boost economy without increasing crime.
