With some justification, it would seem that it is the police (in the form of Sgt Davis) who could be accused of anti-social activity.

"As police, we don't want to be called up there to deal with disorder because patrons are congregating outside."

I suggest that Sgt Davis needs reminding that it is the job of the police to deal with any crime and disorder which may occur and that if this is not what he wants to do - he is in the wrong job. His job is certainly not to stir-up residents who have yet to complain and abuse the law to prevent any form of social gathering in order to suit his wants with the idea of giving his police force an easier time.

What next for this approach? Preventing us from leaving our homes to prevent the police from having the bother of addressing burgulary?