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Macon‑Bibb Commission tables decision on 478 Lounge alcohol license after heated debate
Summary
After a lengthy hearing that revisited a 2022 shooting and conflicting votes at a precommission meeting, the Macon‑Bibb County Commission on Feb. 17 tabled final action on the permanent alcohol license for the 478 Lounge, instructing staff to notify the applicant and attorney to return for further consideration.
The Macon‑Bibb County Commission on Feb. 17 tabled a final decision on a permanent alcohol license for the 478 Lounge after extended debate about public‑safety history and enforcement conditions.
The Committee of the Whole had earlier recommended approval with conditions at its precommission session; that roll call recorded a 5‑3 vote to advance the license with stipulations. At the full commission meeting the item prompted renewed debate over a 2022 drive‑by shooting at the applicant’s prior location that killed a security guard and whether the owner met requirements for security and camera systems.
Attorney (Rickert) summarized the applicant’s account and the record…
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