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Council approves liquor license for Truman Stop at 11715 E US 24, 7–0
Summary
After a full public hearing with no public opposition, the Independence City Council approved a retail intoxicating-liquor license for Truman Stop (11715 East US 24 Highway) by a unanimous roll-call vote (7–0).
The Independence City Council approved a retail intoxicating-liquor license in the original package for Truman Stop, located at 11715 East US 24 Highway, during its May 18 meeting.
Tom Scannell, the city’s director of community and economic development, introduced the application and noted the property has a long history of convenience-store alcohol sales and is within 300 feet of residential uses, which requires council approval. The council opened a full public hearing; no members of the public came forward to speak for or against the application.
Following staff comments, a motion to approve the application was made, seconded and passed on roll call. The clerk recorded seven yes votes, zero nays.
Why this matters: The council’s approval returns an active, longstanding retail operation to the site and authorizes alcohol sales in compliance with local zoning and licensing requirements. City staff will complete license paperwork and issue the license per council direction.
Ending: The clerk recorded the vote as 7 ayes, 0 nays; staff will finalize licensing details and administrative requirements following formal council approval.
Quote: "This property is located within 300 feet of residential, thus it requires city council approval," Tom Scannell said during the hearing.
