Long Beach Votes To Keep Alcohol Ban On Boardwalk
LONG BEACH, N.Y. (CBSNewYork) -- Officials on Long Island have rejected a proposal to allow alcohol sales at boardwalk restaurants in Long Beach.
The plan was rejected Tuesday night by the City Council.
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Restaurant owners had lobbied for alcohol sales, saying it would boost business.
But opponents said allowing alcohol could drive up underage drinking, and change the family-friendly environment.
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