This bill allows the city of Waconia, Minnesota, to issue a social district license to businesses with an existing on-sale liquor license. The license permits customers to consume, but not purchase, alcoholic beverages within a designated social district.

Key provisions of the bill include:

1. Designation of a Social District: Before issuing any licenses, the city must define the boundaries of the social district, ensure affected property owners do not object, and establish the permitted hours and days for alcohol consumption within the district.

2. Clear Boundaries and Regulations: The social district must have clear signage outlining its boundaries, consumption rules, and enforcement by local law enforcement.

3. Management and Maintenance: The city must develop and publicly share a management plan to maintain public safety and cleanliness.

4. Requirements for License Holders: Businesses selling alcohol for consumption in the social district must:

   • Ensure alcoholic beverages are sold in approved containers that display the business name, a social district logo, a "Drink Responsibly – Be 21" message, and are non-glass and no larger than 16 ounces.
   • Prevent patrons from bringing outside alcohol or taking alcohol outside the designated district.

5. Consumption Rules: Only alcohol purchased from licensed establishments can be consumed in the district, following the city’s established hours and days. Patrons must dispose of their beverages before leaving the designated area unless reentering the licensed premises where the drink was purchased.

6. Evaluation and Reporting: Within 24 months of issuing the first social district license, Waconia must submit a report to the state legislature evaluating the district’s impact, including community and business feedback, public safety concerns, and any recommendations for modifications.

This bill effectively allows Waconia to create a regulated open-container district while maintaining oversight to address community concerns and ensure public safety.