(KIWA Staff Photo)
Algona, Iowa (RI) — The Algona City Council has approved an ordinance for establishing a temporary Social District in the city’s downtown area for certain events — and it’s been activated for this weekend’s annual Founders Day celebration.
A state law that took effect last week lets cities periodically create social districts where alcoholic beverages may be consumed outdoors in public spaces. Each ordinance must define where the district boundaries and outline the policies for activation. For example, Algona City Administrator Jacob Tjaden says people cannot bring their own alcoholic beverages into the area.
Beer, wine, liquor or mixed drinks cannot be in a glass containers.
How the District Works
The designated Social District applies only to public spaces — sidewalks, streets and parks. People cannot carry open containers of alcohol into private property, and open containers are only allowed in businesses that are approved vendors.
The Social District in Algona will operate:
- Friday: 4 p.m. to midnight
- Saturday: 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
