The city of Long Beach is considering several ordinance changes related to alcohol that could reshape the boardwalk and broader city.

At the top of tonight's agenda is a proposal that would reverse course and allow restaurants and other establishments to sell alcohol on the boardwalk. The second proposal would lift the current limit on the number of bars in the city. The third would revoke a current moratorium on the city issuing new bar licenses.

Alcohol in Long Beach, particularly on the boardwalk, has long been a contentious debate among residents and visitors.

Many have advocated over the years in favor of allowing alcohol because they believe it is the right move to help local businesses expand. Others have raised concerns about noise, destructive behavior and crowds.

According to documents submitted to the New York State Liquor Authority, two businesses on the boardwalk applied for an on-premise liquor license last year: Tulum Tacos & Tequila, which is set to open this year and Riptides 11561, a longtime boardwalk staple.

The changes, if approved, appear to limit alcohol consumption to individual establishments and would still maintain the city's ban on alcohol on the beach.

Tonight's meeting begins at Long Beach City Hall, on the 6th floor, at 7 p.m.