The Austin City Council wants to find ways to support the summer concert series, Blues on the Green, and other live entertainment in the city.
Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison, who led this initiative, grew up going to events like Blues on the Green. She said events like these are part of the Austin experience and it's up to the city to preserve them. Council Member Chito Vela said alcohol sales could help generate another revenue stream for events. Some council members expressed concerns about how that would impact public safety.
Parks and Recreation Director Kimberly McNeeley said when the city events allow alcohol sales it is typically in a fenced-in area, which does come with additional costs and security. “We have limited budgets, and, on top of that, there are city fees, permitting, special events police, and all the requirements that are made for this type of thing," Miller said."And so the client has had a hard time matching the sponsorships to the budget.”
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