Party bus rules pass first checkpoint
A Nashville tour bus drives Downtown. The Memphis City Council ordinance would apply to adapted school buses with removed roofs and tables, chairs, bars and sound systems added, as well as open trailers outfitted for a party. (Elle Perry/The Daily Memphian)
Memphis City Council members advance an ordinance for party buses. Supporters of the ordinance cite a lack of regulations and public disturbance problems for Downtown patrons.
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