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Council awards concessions contract to Game Time Grub, approves liquor permits and appoints new city inspector
Summary
After reviewing five proposals, the council authorized the mayor to contract with Game Time Grub to operate concessions at the Tony Roby Show Sports Complex under a one-year renewable agreement; the council also approved three 2025 liquor permits and appointed Marty Daricell as city inspector effective Sept. 2.
The Crowley City Council on Aug. 19 authorized the mayor to enter into a one-year, renewable contract with Game Time Grub to operate concession stands at the Tony Roby Show Sports Complex, beginning Sept. 1 if approved. The selection followed interviews and review of five proposals and considered proposed menus, pricing and operator experience.
Council members asked about oversight, pricing and insurance. Presenters said each proposer submitted LLC formation paperwork, proof of insurance and proposed menus; the city will rely on tournament directors and community feedback to evaluate concession performance rather than direct daily supervision.
The council also approved three 2025 beer and liquor permits for Winter Circle (2816 E Hargrave St), City Bar (102 N Avenue F) and Gaddy's Pizza (2218 N Parkston Ave); Alderman Samuel Reggie recused himself from those votes. Additionally, the council accepted the resignation/retirement of city inspector Tony Duyan (effective Sept. 12) and appointed Marty Daricell as city inspector effective Sept. 2.
Why it matters: Concession operations affect tournament experiences that bring visitors and sales tax revenue to downtown businesses; the inspector appointment fills a key enforcement role tied to the council—s stated priority of addressing blight and code enforcement.
Vote and contract terms: The concession authorization was moved by Alderman Martin and seconded by Alderman Wilridge and carried by voice vote. Council clarified the contract is a one-year agreement that can be renewed; a 60-day clause and immediate suspension for cause were referenced but precise notice periods were not fully specified on the record.
Quote: "It is a 1 year contract. It is renewable," a council member said when asked about contract length. "Each of the companies when they came in to do their interview had to bring the appropriate paperwork showing that they had insurance in place."
Other actions: The council approved the partial payment for the parks project and several committee reports, and formally voted to adopt the annual budgets later in the meeting.
