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Board discusses Ordinance 25-21 to limit open liquor licenses in Davis Junction
Summary
Board members discussed Ordinance No. 25-21, a proposed change to liquor-license classifications intended to allow the village more control when a license is tied to a particular licensee and to avoid unintended open-license transfers.
Board members introduced Ordinance No. 25-21 to change how the village classifies liquor licenses, saying the change would let the village attach a license to a specific licensee rather than leave an open license that limits local discretion. Attorney Mark Hammel framed the proposal as a way to retain board control: "It offers an additional layer of control because if you have a liquor license open, somebody comes in and applies for it and they're eligible, there's really your hands are kinda tied."
Members discussed whether the proposed classification would be an 'A B' (on-premises) license and how a 90-day application window would affect whether an issued license 'goes away' if not completed. The motion to approve the ordinance was presented during the agenda; the board proceeded with public discussion and asked clarifying legal and operational questions before taking the measure up in formal action.
