Seeking to create a designated outdoor refreshment area (DORA), the city of Piqua has started an application process that may end up going to the state for approval.
A DORA is a specified area where customers can leave licensed liquor establishments with an adult beverage in a specially approved cup and walk around to visit other businesses so long as they stay within the DORA boundaries. Such boundaries are often marked out with the help of sign and banner printing.
Piqua’s proposed DORA would include six businesses holding liquor licenses, including the craft ale bar 311 Drafthouse, and 28 retailers and other businesses.
The DORA proposal goes before the City Commission at its August 3 meeting and will be voted on. If the DORA application is approved by the City Commission, it would then have to be approved by the state of Ohio. Public comment on DORA will be open prior to the August 3 meeting.
Per the application, the DORA, if given the go-ahead, will have a 90-day trial period during which time the resulting effects will determine any modifications to the DORA that will best suit the community’s interest.
When working out DORA boundaries in Piqua, officials have been careful to avoid the inclusion of churches, social service organizations, or other entities that might not mesh well with its function.
If all goes smoothly, Piqua may see its DORA in place by early September.
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