Speakers at a Village of Dalton event said Rutgers Cigar Lounge is now open to the public. "In the heart of Dalton, a long awaited dream has finally become reality," one commenter said.

The announcement highlighted months of preparation and community debate. "We are here excited about the new grand opening for Rutgers Cigar Barth. It is so exciting for the Village of Dalton's because after so much controversy, after so much they had to go through tirelessly day in day out working, dealing with different structures and we know what it is," a second commenter said, later adding, "We're so grateful, we're thankful for everybody administration, staff, as well as the Rucker family for making this vision actually a reality." Those speakers described the opening as the culmination of months of work but did not specify dates, permits, funding or remaining approvals.

The speakers invited community members to visit the lounge. "So we wanna see you here next time at Rutgers cigar lounge," the second commenter said. The remarks were brief and presented as celebratory announcements; no motions, votes, or formal actions were recorded in the provided transcript.