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Council approves noise variance for Nubs Bar outdoor music and bike nights
Summary
The council approved a noise variance permitting outdoor music at Nubs Bar and Microwave on specified dates May–September 2026. The venue said events will be patio‑based, typically end by 9 p.m., and council members asked about location and neighborhood impacts before a roll‑call approval.
The Davenport City Council on April 8 approved a noise variance request allowing scheduled outdoor music events at Nubs Bar and Microwave (various Wednesdays and specified Saturdays) for May through September 2026.
Council members questioned venue representatives about event placement and hours: councilors clarified that the planned performances would be held on the patio (not the parking lot) and that Saturday programming would be limited (one Saturday a month, typically two bands, with a plan to finish by 9 p.m.). A representative for the venue said they intended to be respectful of neighbors and that bike‑night performances would usually feature a single solo artist.
Alderman Dunn thanked the venue for outreach and building improvements; Alderman Vasquez said he would listen to neighbors’ concerns from his ward and follow up if issues arose. Clerk Brian conducted a roll‑call vote and recorded affirmative votes for the motion to approve the variance.
The variance covers specific dates and times as listed in the council packet; the transcript did not include the full schedule text in the spoken record. Councilors emphasized that they expect the venue to monitor neighborhood impacts and respond to complaints through ward channels.
