NEENAH (NBC 26) — The city of Neenah has approved a resolution to create an outdoor drinking zone in its downtown area, despite some opposition from residents and council members.

The designated outdoor refreshment area (DORA) will allow people to carry and consume alcoholic beverages outside within specific boundaries.

The Neenah Common Council voted 6-3 Wednesday night to approve the resolution after extensive discussion about the plan's details, including operating hours and enforcement measures.

Watch the recap of the vote below: Neenah approves outdoor drinking zone in downtown area despite pushback

"If you have a beverage or two, does not make you an evil person, does not make you an alcoholic," said Mark A. Ellis, Alderman District 1 representative.

The approved zone encompas

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