MIAMI (CBSMiami) – One of the items that Miami Beach residents will be voting on Tuesday is whether to postpone the “final call for alcohol” in the South Beach entertainment district from currently 5 a.m. to 2 a.m.
There have been protests against the move in recent weeks. Bartenders, club owners, and hotel workers want to put the last call on hold at 5 a.m., arguing that moving would mean the loss of jobs and money.
CONTINUE READING: Woman charged in fatal crash on Sunny Isles Bridge
“I think the economic impact would be catastrophic,” said MP Michael Grieco.
In a recent study published by the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce, an economist predicted a loss of at least $ 227 million a year if the last call was taken back at three hours at 2 a.m.
CONTINUE READING: Overcrowded race in Congress to occupy the seat of the late MP Alcee Hastings has unknowns and unknowns
Miami Beach Mayor Dan Gelber said closing bars and clubs at 2 a.m. is the solution to reduce both property and violent crime in the entertainment district.
“Over 20 percent of the city’s total crime rate comes from within a two-block radius,” explains Gelber. “Honestly, the idea that these stores can’t survive if they’re not open all night is ridiculous.”
MORE NEWS: Voters decide on major mayor races, last election in Miami Beach in Tuesday’s election
The mayor said residents had avoided parts of Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue and were concerned about the violence taking place there.
Comments are closed.