Ordinance amending the Administrative, Police, and Transportation Codes to allow the establishment and management of Entertainment Zones in which the outdoor consumption of alcoholic beverages during designated events is allowed, subject to certain conditions; to establish insurance requirements for Entertainment Zone events; to establish an Entertainment Zone on Front Street between California Street and Sacramento Street; to allow the outdoor consumption of alcoholic beverages in areas subject to a Shared Space permit where the permit holder also holds a permit or license from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

This bill authorized San Francisco to create local ordinances for Entertainment Zones, allowing outdoor consumption of alcoholic beverages during special events.

The Planning Department determined that the proposed ordinance complies with the California Environmental Quality Act, which is necessary for the legislation to proceed.

The Rules Committee referred the proposed ordinance to the Planning Department and other relevant departments for review.

The OEWD presented the framework for implementing Entertainment Zones, emphasizing the need for economic recovery and community engagement.

The Rules Committee recommended the ordinance for passage, highlighting its potential to enhance downtown vibrancy.

The Board of Supervisors finally passed the ordinance, establishing the Front Street Entertainment Zone and allowing outdoor alcohol consumption during designated events.