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Neighbor warns council a proposed nightclub at former Moose Lodge could bring noise and public-safety issues
Summary
A resident warned the council that converting the former Moose Lodge into a nightclub or event center serving alcohol could repeat past problems seen at similar venues and urged council to consult the municipal noise-control code before a liquor-license decision.
Speaker Malinaro told the Eden Plus City Council on July 13 that a proposed conversion of the former Moose Lodge into either a nightclub or event center could bring noise, late-night disturbances and alcohol-related complaints to a residential neighborhood.
He described the history of a local VFW building that had faced similar challenges when residential development occurred nearby and said the neighborhood could expect similar complaints if a liquor license were approved for a residential location. He urged council to consult the municipal noise-control code (chapter 8) and to consider siting of alcohol-serving venues outside residential districts.
Malinaro framed the issue as a neighborhood-quality concern rather than a formal licensing hearing; he concluded by saying he would return to speak again if problems persisted.
Why it matters: Zoning and liquor-licensing decisions can affect residential neighborhoods' noise, public safety and police workloads. The commenter asked the council to review municipal code provisions and to be mindful when considering permits in residential areas.
Next steps: The issue was raised at public comment only; no license or permit application was considered or decided by council at the July 13 meeting.
