Able Commission: No New Bars in Bricktown??

[OklahomaNick]

Heard about a rumor that the Able Commission is not allowing new tenants to serve hard liquor in central Bricktown because of the ACM at UCO and the Able Commission’s proximity rule to schools and churches? What is law; 500 feet?

I heard that someone wanted to reopen Makers, but was rejected to serve hard liquor that close to the ACM. I guess beer only is acceptable. I know a few of these bars and resturants around town that only serve beer.

It is my understanding that current establishments are “grandfather claused” in, but anyone new will not be able to obtain a hard liquor license until some laws change.
More of a reason that Oklahoma needs more modern liquor laws; have not changed since Prohibition.

Midtowner??