New District 2 Supervisor Stephen Sherrill has introduced a proposal to create a to-go cocktail-serving entertainment zone on Union Street, aimed at revitalizing local businesses. This initiative, which aligns with Sherrill’s goal to enhance the Union Street Festival and local dining experiences, allows bars and restaurants to sell cocktails during street closures for permitted events. Sherrill’s efforts come as restaurants continue to recover from the challenges of previous years, emphasizing the need for community support and increased foot traffic in the area.
The legislation seems specifically crafted to benefit the neighborhood during the annual Union Street Festival, though Union Street does also have some holiday street fair events too.
This is about making Union Street a premier destination for dining and nightlife. Stephen Sherrill (@scsherrill) March 5, 2025
2024 was perhaps the hardest year for restaurants since 2008, and we need to be doing more to help them thrive, Sherrill said Tuesday when introducing the measure.
I just introduced legislation to create an Entertainment Zone bringing more energy, more foot traffic, and more support for our incredible restaurants and bars.
Collection
[
|
...
]