Thing is, it's not the bar patrons (for the most part). It's the people that come to the area just to "hang out". In parking lots, along sidewalks, etc.. There may be some establishments that are encouraging the clientele, but it didn't used to be that way. I haven't been to BR in about 20 years.How about this?
If the city or shop owners can't make it safe, then shut down THE BARS.
If THEY'RE PATRONS are the problem, then infringe on THEM.