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Sue Brown Elizondo, Editor - Wednesday, May 07, 2008
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Though Pleasanton doesn’t have either of the above, they do have an election for voters to cast their ballot either for or against “the legal sale of mixed beverages in restaurants by food and beverage certificate holders only”.
Just over a year ago Brush Country residents were able to order liquor by the drink at one of the newest restaurants, Chili’s Bar and Grill.
Beer, wine and/or wine flavored margaritas had already been offered in various other restaurants such as Rio, Stage Stop, Fat Cowboys, Pizza Hut etc. to enjoy with a nice meal.
Passing this won’t change much in our area. Restaurants will still serve alcohol. Beer is alcohol. Wine is alcohol.
Did you know that 1.5 ounces of alcohol is equal to one 12 ounce beer or 5 ounces of wine? Yes, it is more concentrated ounce for ounce. But, it is usually mixed with 8-12 ounces of a non-alcoholic beverage. (Source:www.thecoolspot.gov/facts_game.asp)
The Texas Alcohol Beverage Commission trains servers for establishments who sell alcohol. They learn about the laws of not selling to minors, intoxicated customers and non-members (for liquor by the drink locations).
What this proposition will do is reduce paperwork for patrons to apply for a Unicard, which is a free service right now.
What it will also do is give our restaurants a nudge. And, if our eating establishments make more money, we as a city who receive taxes from their sales, will receive more tax base dollars.
The way I see it, the more restaurants that offer what patrons want, will keep diners here and local. Cast your vote FOR this proposition this Saturday at the city hall from 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
That’s the way I see it, let me know your view – email me at selizondo@pleasantonexpress.com, or write at P.O. Drawer 880, Pleasanton, Tx 78064.
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