Joel Belding
Economic Development Director
December 3, 2025
•Signed into law by Governor Newsom on September
28, 2024.
•Authorizes cities to designate “Entertainment Zones”
for outdoor alcohol consumption during special
events.
•Aims to revitalize downtowns, stimulate foot traffic,
and support local hospitality businesses.
2 Why The Hub. Needs This
The Hub. will host up to 18 tenants, many planning
to serve alcohol.
Shared patio spaces (“The Backyard” and Sixth
Street frontage) require regulatory flexibility.
Designation prevents fencing off shared spaces—
preserving a unified and vibrant environment.
3 4
• Ordinance designates
entire parking lot and
restaurant spaces for
special events.
Built-in Safeguards
Only licensed operators can serve in these areas.
Special event use of parking lot subject to fencing and security.
Outdoor areas will be fenced and controlled.
Hours allowed: 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.
ABC and City retain permitting and enforcement authority. 5 That City Council introduce by title
only and waive full reading for
consideration of Ordinance No.
3424, first reading of an ordinance
amending Title 9 (Public Peace, Morals And Welfare) of
the Corona Municipal Code to add new Section 9.23
Downtown Entertainment Zone, establishing a SB 969
Entertainment Zone designation to The Hub. commercial
center.