New DeLand ordinance addresses underage drinking

September 8, 2009

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Daytona-Beach News-Journal (FL)

By Patricio G. Balona

"Complaints poured in as a string of anonymous phone messages left on the city manager's voicemail."

"Citizens were concerned that underage drinking by students in downtown DeLand bars is a problem, and professors are worried because students show up in class drunk or hung over, affecting their performance and grades, said City Manager Michael Pleus."

"So, in an effort to curb drinking by minors, city officials have partnered with Stetson University to raise awareness about the consequences of alcohol consumption by teenagers. ..."

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