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Committee advances Joe's Market's request to extend hours to 3 a.m.; neighbors raised safety concerns
Summary
After a public hearing, the committee advanced a license allowing Joe's Market (630 8th St SE) to operate later (3 a.m. Thu'Sat) for carry-out food; police had reviewed the safety plan and the precinct indicated support. Several neighbors opposed the extended hours citing parking and noise.
The committee heard from Licenses manager Amy Lingo and the proprietor of Joe's Market, who requested an extended-hours of operation license to serve premade and carry-out food until 3 a.m. on Thursday through Saturday.
Lingo summarized outreach: 182 public-notice letters were sent; staff received 21 responses (7 support, 11 oppose, 3 split). Second Precinct officers met with the owner and approved the safety plan; the owner described recent security upgrades including added exterior and interior cameras and extra lighting. Neighbors cited concerns about late-night noise, loitering and parking; staff said they would use normal enforcement channels and license conditions if complaints arise.
Following committee discussion, the item advanced to full Council with a favorable recommendation (roll call recorded 12-0).
