Summary
The council changed city code to allow drinking in parks, mainly to support a new multi-community festival along the Loop the Lake Trail with Neenah and Fox Crossing. It also opens Shepard Park to alcohol service for other events and rentals.
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Last discussed Feb 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
No dollar figure was attached, though festival-related tourism and event activity could benefit local businesses.
✅Who benefits
Festival-goers, event organizers, and groups renting Shepard Park get new flexibility.
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