Welcome to Jeffersonville DORA
Why is DORA important to Jeffersonville?
In Indiana, DORAs allow individuals who are at least twenty one (21) years old to purchase alcoholic beverages from approved vendors and retail establishments and carry them outside to be consumed within the DORA boundaries.
Why is DORA coming to Jeffersonville?
The City of Jeffersonville, under the leadership of Mayor Mike Moore, strives to attract development while preserving our city’s unique small town charm.
Downtown Jeffersonville is pivotal in that endeavor, generating substantial revenue and cultural vibrancy. Investments in infrastructure, arts, and entertainment, notably through the Big Four Pedestrian Bridge, have enhanced the area. Continuing to attract visitors to downtown is one way to continue that revitalization. The Jeffersonville Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) is an engine to boost businesses, pedestrian activity, and overall investment.
Where are the DORA boundaries?
The Designated Refreshment Area is shown on the map. It includes parts of Indiana Ave., W. 9th St., W. 7th St., Ohio Ave., W. Court Ave., Mulberry St., the Ohio River-side of the Floodwall, and areas near the Highway 31 (2nd Street) Bridge. It also covers parts of Wall Street, Spring Street, and E. 9th St., but excludes residential properties.
Useful Links, Applications, and Information for DORA
The City will provide a start-up kit to each DORA Vendor. This kit will include DORA window cling and 1000 DORA cup stickers. The kits can be obtained from the Department of Planning and Zoning upon presentation of the DORA permittee approval letter from the State.
What are the rules and expectations for being in a DORA District?
- The City of Jeffersonville must approve and authorize a DORA District. The Director of Planning and Zoning or his/her designee is responsible for approving each DORA permittee application that is submitted to the State
- The completed DORA permit application must be submitted to the State by the City. The State will not accept applications submitted directly by the applicant.
- DORA vendors and refreshments must stay within the boundaries of the DORA District
- All entry and exit points for a DORA district will have clear and appropriate signage, which can be procured in the links above.
- All DORA Vendors will have clear and appropriate signage to show they are a DORA Vendor. This sign can be procured in the links above.
- All DORA Vendors will have DORA labeled cups with prominent DORA markings provided by the Vendor.
- Public trash and recycling will be accessible within a DORA District, all DORA cups should be disposed through these.
- DORA will be in effect 7 days a week from 10:00am to 10:00pm.
- The City will monitor and adjust patrols accordingly to ensure the safety of citizens.
- Possessing an open container of alcoholic beverages in a motor vehicle may constitute a Class C infraction under IC 9-30-15.(3)
- Only patrons 21+ may have DORA refreshments.
