Liquor license concentration in the 7th District
Summary
The committee denied a new beer/cider license for a grocery store sitting next to an existing liquor store, citing concentration policy. Supporters said the owner gives back to the community; opponents said the neighborhood doesn't need more alcohol outlets.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 30, 2026.
Impact analysis
The owner said without added beer/cider sales his 9,000-square-foot store may not survive.
Neighbors who opposed a second liquor outlet in the community.
The store owner loses a revenue stream he said he needs to keep the grocery open.
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