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Deputy City Attorney Ryan Wiesen told the council the commission had already rendered a final determination and denied the retail license because, in the commission’s view, Big Grove qualifies as an out‑of‑state manufacturer and therefore is ineligible to hold a retail license under Nebraska’s three‑tier liquor statutes. Wiesen said, “My understanding of what has occurred is that the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission has already issued a final determination on whether or not the license should be issued and they have denied the license.”

Applicant representatives said they planned to pursue other avenues. David Levy, an attorney with Baird Holm representing the applicant, said the company disagrees with the Liquor Control Commission’s interpretation and is exploring options, including seeking a different license type. “We disagree with the Liquor Commission’s interpretation of the statutes. We are currently trying to determine exactly how to go about dealing with that,” Levy said. Mike Weir, chief operating officer for Big Grove, said the company has invested in the project and hoped to open once legal issues are resolved. He told the council the investment in Omaha is about $5,500,000 and described the Catalyst location and neighborhood fit.

Council members said they supported the project but followed legal advice about procedure. Council Member Harding moved to place the application on file, after which the council recorded a 6–0 vote approving that motion. Council members said placing the application on file would not prejudice the applicant and preserves the council’s ability to act should the state process change.

Next steps: The applicant may pursue an administrative appeal or seek a different license category before the Liquor Control Commission or in court. If state action is reversed or a different license application is filed, the applicant could return to the council for a local recommendation.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Omaha Nebraska City Council meeting August 19, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Omaha City Council on Aug. 5 placed on file Big Grove Brewing’s application for a Class C retail liquor license for a proposed taproom at 4601 Catalyst Court after the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission denied the retail application, citing a statutory prohibition for out‑of‑state manufacturers.","taxTitle","Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska","taxId",2556,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6746986,"Council approves Little Bohemia redevelopment TIFs after hours of testimony over parking and engagement",5111,2454000,7565000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5601370-8f6779ec74bd31a6bce1dc1b4b90f403&start=2454&end=7565","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5601370-8f6779ec74bd31a6bce1dc1b4b90f403/thumbnail_2454000.jpg","/articles/6746986/Omaha/Douglas-County/Nebraska/Council-approves-Little-Bohemia-redevelopment-TIFs-after-hours-of-testimony-over-parking-and-engagement","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6746986-2d0be942bd7b555b66c39d84af355c47/orig.mp4?Expires=1771142893&Signature=O63kylMz7weZrCb4vylphKKBVxPC-Qk5yqyQSM3OM0YZIB1BLpI1Xd-UQJmE0qecQXoIkeG~~639r1JlHnJ0vNUJHick~GIDb3jk4hFaqVtxSnbtusxwAzebp83PkgF-tf~l3KV6VqFircPGP2N~p0~R~SW1TlkRSvK7B7WZLOIgcpJDWzNASM-6PRq5FM3yoKY7oNhUZoOxCVBJadS28r8Zm5lo9Tn8h0B5nJxj9dmTUk6oeo9HTR6BvYa3nWjdW1ELEeTHOsQZWT1uoNTkndPkxZmcEktxkLRBSBY9mZKaFCRFPndFd-zP-dVSHll~D0KhAI7BV9fQwrja74YcKw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Omaha City Council on Aug. 5 approved two related tax‑increment financing redevelopment plans for the Little Bohemia neighborhood: the Little Bow Village mixed‑use TIF (requesting $7,323,090 in TIF support) and the Little Bow Historic TIF (requesting $868,950). The votes were 6–0 for both resolutions after more than an hour of public testimony and extended council discussion.

City planning staff described the Little Bow Village project as a multi‑site mixed‑use development managed by Silver Bow Holdings/Clarity Development that would deliver roughly 155 market‑rate residential units and about 9,250 square feet of commercial space, with one larger apartment building proposed to include internal parking for 58 stalls and the developer relying on on‑street parking for the remainder. The historic TIF covers rehabilitation of four historic buildings and supporting commercial space. Planning staff told council that both projects had been reviewed and recommended by the Planning Board and the TIF committee.

Developer Tom McClay of Clarity Development told the council the projects are intended to revive historic storefronts, bring housing and commercial activity to the corridor and preserve buildings dating back to the late 19th century. “These are the best and most important projects I have worked on my 20 years of development in Omaha,” McClay said, noting environmental remediation and other pre‑development costs that make the projects financially challenging without TIF support.

Public testimony included both endorsements and objections. Supporters — including nearby business owners, neighborhood stakeholders and local lenders — praised the investment, historic preservation and additional housing. Opponents and nearby business owners raised concerns about parking, traffic safety on Thirteenth Street, the need for clearer neighborhood outreach and timing of public notice. Leah Frasher, owner of Omaha Dog Bar, told the council, “If there is not adequate parking, businesses will fail. My business will fail.”

Council members acknowledged the concerns and sought commitments from the developer. Council Member Harding and others requested a public forum; the developers agreed to present at the Little Bohemia Business Improvement District (BID) meeting within 30 days and to coordinate with the Planning Department and Public Works so staff could answer technical questions. Council Member Goodwin and others noted that detailed zoning, platting and redevelopment agreements still must return to council for later votes.

Both TIF resolutions passed 6–0. Councilmembers emphasized that approval of the TIF plans does not finalize zoning or redevelopment agreements; additional approvals and technical plans (subdivision plats, redevelopment agreements and any rezoning) will return to council in subsequent agenda items, giving further opportunities for public review and comment.","The Omaha City Council approved two tax‑increment financing plans on Aug. 5 to support a mixed‑use redevelopment and a historic rehabilitation project in Little Bohemia, voting 6–0 on both measures after extensive public testimony about parking and neighborhood engagement.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":80,"_45":91,"_47":92,"_49":93,"_51":94,"_53":95,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":96,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":97,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6746981,"Votes at a glance: Council approves routine liquor licenses, rezones, and multiple development measures",85,7650000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5601370-8f6779ec74bd31a6bce1dc1b4b90f403&start=7565&end=7650","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5601370-8f6779ec74bd31a6bce1dc1b4b90f403/thumbnail_7565000.jpg","/articles/6746981/Omaha/Douglas-County/Nebraska/Votes-at-a-glance-Council-approves-routine-liquor-licenses-rezones-and-multiple-development-measures","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6746981-3e3f533990d2e4cd41ad0717d5ad21f1/orig.mp4?Expires=1771142893&Signature=jDh8P688wEcKlHYqcvgoS8zy8Ie6P-JoL90f0pLCncemTn7hPg4dFn7uEsCYU32TXrRUA6j9gs749lr-j6xdNtMVxB1D3ccHjyV3ts1Gf9PGhtkMT55omoH-N~5tBLF4Vv5S8kzUjyTdaDg0OPi-6plBOcLQxCJYnPOkKdvcjiynFI~mShQ-UV5pmyyWVIhlCMEE2Q6V8BZD1U5HHEEGDAGFdR~kBCoGzk9gCbszrjrfyCLXTFIZrSwehfEazj62Boq~fGSSwN0tu3ylEMUmv0B-rjINFB9OOoMvOihkun5KGAklnov86eENh3PrJavomW2qSPslQH1UcTU5agPJQQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Omaha City Council on Aug. 5 disposed of multiple routine items on the consent and regular agendas. Highlights:

- Items 7–11: New liquor licenses and changes of location for Nana LLC, Codigo, La Mexicana y Mas, Alpine Inn, and Tipsy Sisters were approved by roll call votes (typically 6–0). Presenters briefly summarized operations, addresses and corporate structures for the record.

- Items 12–20: Rezones, plats and subdivision approvals (North Streams and Hooks Subdivision) were presented by applicants and recommended by planning staff and passed by recorded roll call, generally 6–0.

- Item 21: A tax‑increment financing request for Ames Industrial Park to support rehabilitation of a vacant commercial building (TIF support up to $90,000) was presented by planning staff, recommended by TIF committee, and approved 6–0.

- Items 24–51: Multiple ordinances and administrative items were heard or held for future consideration. Item 45 was laid over for one week at the request of council members; Item 46 (appointment to a BID board) passed with one abstention (Goodwin). Several other public‑safety, administrative and procurement ordinances were presented for future vote or approved on consent.

- Executive session: Council voted 6–0 to enter executive session to discuss litigation with specified city staff present.

Votes and roll calls were recorded on the official record for each item. These routine approvals clear the way for subsequent permits, plats and contract steps that will follow implementation and, when applicable, further council actions.","At its Aug. 5 meeting the Omaha City Council approved a series of routine agenda items including several liquor licenses, rezones and subdivision plats, and a $90,000 TIF for Ames Industrial Park. Most items passed unanimously or by recorded roll call; one appointment (item 46) passed with one abstention.","actionData","errors"]

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Council places Big Grove Brewing retail liquor application on file after state denial

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Votes at a glance: Council approves routine liquor licenses, rezones, and multiple development measures