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Council approves seasonal trolley 'paddle pub' agreement allowing alcohol on board
Summary
Council approved Resolution 26-032 authorizing a seasonal agreement with Keenan Johnson and Paddle Pub CDA LLC to operate family and 21+ trolley tours May–October, including route details and an added stop at Backwoods Bar; staff said police and streets were notified and prior complaints were resolved.
The Coeur d'Alene City Council voted to authorize a letter of agreement with Keenan Johnson and Paddle Pub CDA LLC to operate a seasonal pedal/trolley pub on city streets.
Kelly Setters, staff, described two types of tours: a family-friendly scenic tour and a 21-and-over alcohol tour that begins at Jeremiah Johnson Brewery. Tours run seasonally from May through October, operate daily, last roughly two hours, and include stops at local businesses; this year the route adds the Backwoods Bar on East Sherman. Guests on the 21+ tour must be 21 or older and may bring sealed beer to consume only while aboard the trolley.
Setters said the operator notified police and public-works staff and staff had not received widespread complaints during prior seasons; one complaint from Montana Avenue was resolved by the operator. Council members who rode the tour during prior years described respectful conduct by operators and minimal neighborhood disruption. After Q&A about routing and neighborhood impacts, the council passed Resolution 26-032 on roll call.
The agreement requires the operator to coordinate with city departments, maintain appropriate conduct near residences, and limit alcohol consumption to the trolley. Staff said safety and routing constraints—such as one-way streets—inform the route design.
Next steps: staff will finalize the letter of agreement and monitor compliance during the operating season.
