ORD 2017-11 Adopted ORDINANCE NO. 2017-11
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 4-1 CONSUMPTION IN PUBLIC OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES FOR THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA
WHEREAS, Section 4-1 of the City Code relates to consumption, use, etc. of
alcoholic beverages in public areas of the City; and,
WHEREAS, the Ordinance as previously written was prior to City sponsored
festivals, as well as other activities within the City; and,
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council have made a determination that it is
appropriate to update such Ordinance to address these new activities within the City while still
protecting the interest of the public.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and City Council of the
City of North Augusta, South Carolina, in meeting duly assembled and by the authority thereof,that:
1. Section 4-1 of the Municipal Code for the City of North Augusta is hereby
deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
Sec. 4-1. Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages in Public
It shall be unlawful for any person, in a public place, within the corporate
limits of the City, to publicly engage in the drinking of intoxicating liquors,
beer, ale, porter, wine, or any other similar malt or fermented beverage.
This restriction does not apply to any public place licensed for the sale and
consumption of alcoholic beverages by the State of South Carolina.
The City Administrator may, at his/her discretion, grant a permit for the
consumption of alcoholic beverages in public places, during special events
and celebrations sponsored in whole, or in part, by the City. Such permit
would be in written form and specify the times and areas, when and where
alcoholic beverages may be possessed and consumed. In addition, the
Administrator is authorized to provide such other restrictions, regulations or
requirements deemed appropriate to protect the interest of the public when
granting a permit.
All other Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith are, to the extent of
such conflict, are hereby repealed.
This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its adoption on third and
final reading.
DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH
AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA,ON THIS "5 DAY OF 017.
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SECOND READING. i��,��.♦� !8 ROBERT A.PETTIT,MAYOR
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THIRD READING: II ATTEST:
DONNA B.YOUNG,CITY CLARK