Shelbyville Beer Board approves beer permit for Lightning Lanes at 105 Davis Lane

The Shelbyville Beer Board approved a beer-on-premises permit for Lightning Lanes, a bowling alley at 105 Davis Lane, after hearing from applicant Aaron Hamidi.

Hamidi, who identified himself under oath, told the board he had reviewed the beer rules and described his business as a family-friendly bowling alley with food and beer, strict ID checks and staff training to avoid underage sales. "I really wanna make sure it's family friendly," Hamidi said. He said he has not previously held a beer permit and currently employs three people.

The board reviewed Hamidi's application for completeness. Members asked about ownership and background checks; Hamidi stated he is the 100% owner of the LLC and that another individual listed in the packet is an employee, not an owner. The board proposed and allowed amendments to application entries (questions 7 and 11) to clarify that Hamidi will conduct business in person and to correct the name of the former permit holder.

Board members asked about hours and capacity. Hamidi said operating hours will be 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10 a.m.–midnight Friday and Saturday, with seating for roughly 60 people. He said he is renovating the site, has brought in a new cook, and plans to hire additional trusted staff.

After discussion the board moved to approve the permit. Staff instructed Hamidi to pick up the permit at City Hall the following day after 10:00 a.m. and to bring a prorated privilege-tax fee of $91.66 (the board explained the annual fee is $100 and the amount given is the prorated portion for the remainder of the year).