Good news for PDX Music Scene

OLCC grants minors access to bars with music venues

Commissioners of the Oregon Liquor Control Commission voted unanimously in favor of allowing venues that serve alcohol and host bands and other entertainment events to allow minors admittance.

The vote came April 18 during the OLCC commissioner’s monthly meeting.

The new minor posting will require venues to abide by a control plan to ensure minors are not granted access to alcohol, such as keeping minors separate from the areas alcohol is being served or limit the hours alcohol is available.

"Making sure minors are not gaining access to alcohol is a top priority," said Rudy Williams, Deputy Director. "We had a lot of support from the community and the revisions helped to address concerns raised by moderation groups. With the new minor posting, we can accommodate interest in all-ages events while holding licensees accountable if they don't follow the control plan."

The new minor posting goes into effect June 1.