Your Town Might Get Outdoor Drinking
Ope! Did you hear what Fond du Lac is doing? They're talking about setting up one of those outdoor drinking zones downtown. You know, a "Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area," or DORA. It's wild, which is wild, because these things are popping up all over Wisconsin, and now it looks like it might be heading north up I-41. Fond du Lac City Council Vice President Keith Heisler mentioned they're looking into it.
So Here's the Deal
It's a pretty straightforward idea: * **What it is:** Specific areas where you can buy a drink from a licensed establishment and then walk around outside with it. Think festival vibes, but permanent. * **The Goal:** It's all about boosting downtowns. Get people out and about, supporting local businesses, making the area feel more lively. * **Where else:** Places like Milwaukee's Deer District or even closer to home, Appleton has one. It's a trend, you betcha.
Now, for Green Bay, this kinda thing could be a game-changer. Imagine walking along the Fox River Trail, maybe grabbing a craft beer from Hinterland or a brandy old fashioned from Hagemeister Park, and just strolling along the waterfront. Or picture the Titletown District, already a hub of activity, allowing folks to wander between the shops and restaurants with a beverage in hand. It really adds to that community feel, getting people to linger a little longer, spend a little more time enjoying our beautiful city. It's not just about drinking; it's about creating a vibrant public space, which is something we're always working on here.
Green Bay on the wire — cold hands, warm hearts, and Lombardis.
The crew over at mornings.live totally dissected this; you gotta check it out.