Clarksville to consider measure that would make it easier for Origin Park businesses to get liquor licenses

The Clarksville Town Council could vote soon on a development district that would make it easier for Origin Park businesses to get liquor licenses.

Creation of the Origin Park Riverfront Development District is expected to be on the council’s next meeting agenda in early October. Such districts help promote growth in areas that need redevelopment.

This development district would include part of Origin Park, an endeavor to reclaim nature and celebrate the Ohio River. The park will include an events center, slated to open in the spring, and a whitewater facility within an adventure park.

Dennis Schnurbusch is CEO at River Heritage Conservancy, the nonprofit responsible for buildout of the park. He told the council at a recent work session that revenue from catering and alcohol sales will