Lacombe council says no to ‘responsible’ alcohol consumption in city parks
Lacombe city council has brought down last call on an idea to allow ‘responsible’ consumption of alcohol in designated picnic areas at city parks over the next two years.
Council Monday night defeated a recommendation by a 4-3 vote to amend the Parks and Facilities Bylaw enabling such a change, along with further recommendations requesting regular police patrols at the proposed consumption locations and accompanying amendment to the operating budget.
Diane Piche, Director of Corporate Services, noted that letters of concern came in from members of the public following council’s meeting on May 25.
Councilor Cora Hoekstra pointed out that residents phoned her husband about their concerns regarding the proposal.