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Three establishments explain first‑offense alcohol compliance failures; council reminded of ordinance penalties
Summary
Three on‑sale liquor licensees — Giovanni's Pizza, El Tapatio, and Golden Palace — explained steps to prevent future violations after failing recent compliance checks; city attorney reminded the council that the ordinance allows fines and potential suspension for repeat offenses (second offense $1,000 minimum; third $2,000 minimum).
City clerk Bernay Larson called three businesses before the Willmar City Council to explain measures they will take after failing recent alcohol compliance checks.
Andrew Knight, co‑owner of Giovanni’s Pizza, said the business re‑educated staff about carding, placed age‑verification calendars at the counter and will emphasize carding through the remainder of the license period; he added the owners decided not to renew the liquor…
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