The Davis City Council will decide Tuesday whether to establish “safety enhancement zones” across the city during the Picnic Day celebration, as it has in past years. Safety enhancement zones designate specific times and areas where penalties for certain violations are increased.
The council will also vote on whether to prohibit alcohol consumption in city parks during the weekend of Picnic Day, which is Saturday, April 18.
Picnic Day is UC Davis’ largest annual celebration. The 112-year-old event draws tens of thousands of people to events such as a parade and fashion show, but it has also been marked by rowdy crowds, blaring music and excessive drinking…