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Antioch board approves ordinance allowing on-site alcohol at some gas stations after heated debate
Summary
The Village of Antioch board voted 4–2 to amend liquor-license classifications to allow on-premises alcohol consumption at gas stations, rejecting police and parents’ safety concerns. Trustees said the change will help struggling small businesses; opponents warned of enforcement and youth-access risks.
The Village of Antioch Board of Trustees voted to amend the village liquor-code classifications to permit on-site alcohol consumption at gas stations, approving Ordinance 25-10-62 on a 4–2 roll-call vote after prolonged debate.
Supporters said the measure responds to economic pressure on small gas-station operators and could prevent vacancies. Trustee (functional) members who favored the change said high gasoline taxes and competition with out-of-state stations have strained local operators and that offering on-site sales could help keep those small businesses viable.
Police Chief Ted Luther opposed the change on public-safety and enforcement grounds. "I would…
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