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Council committee clears way for Star Chamber arcade to receive liquor-permit transfer
Summary
Committee of the Whole reviewed a routine liquor-permit transfer for 74 North Court St. from Montel LLC to Star Chamber LLC; members and public described Star Chamber as a family-oriented pinball/video arcade that will serve beer and wine, and no hearing was anticipated.
The Committee of the Whole considered a liquor-permit transfer for 74 North Court Street, an applicant identified as Star Chamber LLC seeking a D2/X permit type that authorizes on-premises wine, mixed beverages and beer and carryout in sealed containers until 1 a.m.
Member Alan Swank and the law director reviewed the application and indicated they did not anticipate a hearing would be necessary. In response to public questions, Swank described Star Chamber as a family‑oriented video and pinball arcade—similar to established venues in other cities—that offers beer and wine alongside games and observed that the business model has attracted families in comparable operations.
A public speaker, Mary Abel Strathmore, asked for the business name and was told the applicant is Star Chamber. Another attendee asked which business was relinquishing the permit; staff said it was held by Montel (Montel LLC) prior to the proposed transfer and that official confirmation could be provided before the item comes back for final council action.
Committee members expressed no objection to moving the transfer forward; staff will confirm the prior permit holder and prepare the paperwork to advance the transfer.
