Split debate, temporary extension sought for Spring Creek liquor license after contested references

Apr 16, 2025

The Elko County Liquor Board heard hours of testimony about DZ’s 3 Putts LLC’s application before splitting 2–2 on a motion; the applicant was given an extra window to provide geographically required recommendation letters and the county attorney later advised the recusal reduced the quorum and the motion carried.

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The Elko County Liquor Board heard public testimony and scrutiny on April 16 over an application by Colleen Thompson for a liquor license at DZ’s 3 Putts LLC in Spring Creek. Staff recommended denial because the application lacked three letters of recommendation that meet the county’s geographic requirement; the sheriff’s office also raised payroll and check‑return concerns and flagged an apparent third party with an undocumented financial interest.

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