Apparently it’s true, alchahol coming to Riverside.  Through social media postings early in the year by the Lakers saying they had approval to sell beer, and a March 8, 2017 WJOB appearance where they presented the details, one would believe they had assurances. WJOB Facebook Live Lakers Show- https://www.facebook.com/WJOB.1230/videos/1350775228301439/

Interesting part of show starts 12:30 minutes into broadcast.

The following Times article is interesting reading. 

If you are for or against you should contact your council representative.

Hammond Common Council – http://gohammond.com/departments/city-council/

MAYOR POSTS FACEBOOK REBUTTAL –

Mayor sites source as third party caller, but call was made in response to Lakers presentation on radio. Click on link above to watch show on WJOB.