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Council extends one liquor license, tables another after 5–1 votes
Summary
Council approved a six‑month extension for AJ Patel’s liquor store but voted 5–1 to table a similar extension for Bobby Patel’s project until June, with Council Member Gary Ates casting the lone no vote in both actions.
The Cochran City Council split on two requests to extend construction timelines for liquor store licenses at its May 13 meeting.
City Manager Richard Newbern clarified that both extension requests would extend expiration dates to Jan. 30, 2026. After discussion about construction progress and Georgia DOT entrance approvals, council members voted 5–1 to grant a six‑month extension for AJ Patel’s liquor store on East Dykes Street; Council Member Gary Ates opposed the motion. The council also voted 5–1 to table the extension request for Bobby Patel’s C Store, citing that Bobby Patel’s project appears to be in earlier stages and needs more information; Ates again voted against tabling and the decision was deferred to the June meeting.
Council members discussed Georgia DOT issues affecting access for one project and acknowledged differing timelines between the two applicants. The city’s action delays a final determination on Bobby Patel’s request while permitting AJ Patel additional time to complete construction and stock merchandise.
