In a recent city commission meeting, community concerns regarding the issuance of a liquor license to Family Dollar at 645 Troy Street were prominently addressed. Matthew Tepper, president of the Old North Dayton Neighborhood Association, voiced strong opposition to the license, citing ongoing health and safety issues and a lack of community partnership from the store. Tepper emphasized that the neighborhood association had previously opposed the liquor license and reiterated their stance, urging the commission to formally object to the issuance.

The commission responded by moving forward with an emergency resolution to object to the liquor permit, reflecting the community's concerns. The resolution was passed unanimously, indicating a collective commitment to addressing neighborhood issues and prioritizing public safety.

Additionally, the meeting included discussions on improving waste collection efficiency, with Commissioner Judge Loss inquiring about the potential for data collection related to public works issues, such as potholes. City officials confirmed that new data collection systems would aid in routing and service tracking, enhancing the city's responsiveness to infrastructure needs.

The meeting concluded with a motion to approve the city manager's recommendations, which was also passed without opposition, signaling ongoing support for community investments and improvements.