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Council approves new consumption-on-premises liquor license after debate over fee and downtown discount
Summary
Council added a consumption‑on‑premises liquor license to city code and approved the fee structure as proposed; a motion to reduce the fee to $25 (or to allow a $25 downtown-only discount) prompted extended legal and economic debate before being withdrawn and the ordinance passing on final reading.
The Belton City Council approved final reading of Bill 2026‑09, adding a consumption‑on‑premises liquor license to the municipal code and setting the city fee consistent with state statute guidance. Staff said three separate inquiries prompted the change. The measure passed on roll call.
Council Member Richardson moved to reduce the proposed city fee to $25; the motion was seconded but generated extensive discussion. City…
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