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Statesboro Council OKs ordinance to allow ‘micro distillery’ downtown
First heard from 2 citizens opposed, saw several others stand up out of concern
At least 11 people stood up when asked during the Tuesday, Sept. 16, Statesboro City Council meeting to indicate they were there because of concerns about the ordinance amendment allowing local distilleries. Two of the men spoke in opposition to the ordin
At least 11 people stood up when asked during the Tuesday, Sept. 16, Statesboro City Council meeting to indicate they were there because of concerns about the ordinance amendment allowing local distilleries. Two of the men spoke in opposition to the ordinance, but the council approved it. - photo by Photos by AL HACKLE/staff
Really, the city law amendment enacted by a 4-0 vote of the Statesboro City Council this week could allow “local distilleries” in any appropriately zoned area of town. But it has been described as being sought by “local investors” who want to put “a micro distillery downtown.”
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