Citizens of Chico gathered in City Hall on the night of the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election, and two key issues stood out — the acceptance of California Alcohol and Beverage grant and the establishment of new fees for commercial cannabis.
The council approved the use of a California Alcohol and Beverage Control grant for $19,000 to fund approximately 20 operations targeting underage alcohol sales.
“This is specifically a grant for the Chico Police Department to work the underage drinking operation. It’s really a shoulder-tap program to make sure that our licensed businesses in town are adhering to the rules and not selling to underage,” said Chico Police Department Chief Matt Madden.
The plan would aim to cite businesses where the sale of alcohol to underage buyers takes place. Consequences for workers who illegally sell to minors can include a fine, mandatory community service and suspension. Businesses can also lose their liquor licenses.
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