local wet/dry referendums

Local wet/dry referendums are votes held in a community to decide whether alcohol sales should be permitted ("wet") or restricted/disallowed ("dry"). These referendums give residents a direct say in local alcohol policies, often impacting bars, restaurants, and stores. They typically occur when communities want to change existing regulations or establish new ones, ensuring local residents have control over alcohol-related laws that affect their area. The results either permit or prohibit alcohol sales based on the majority vote, reflecting the community’s preferences and attitudes toward alcohol consumption.