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Council weighs outdoor-dining leases as Kindred Flatbread faces failed fire inspections
Summary
Council reviewed authorization for leases to permit outdoor dining in city alleyways; members raised concerns that Kindred Flatbread failed recent fire inspections and staff suggested licensing (revocable) may be preferable to a multi-year lease until inspections are passed.
Council considered authorization for the mayor to sign lease agreements allowing outdoor dining in city-owned alleyways, including a proposed lease with Kindred Flatbread Social LLC. Members questioned the timing because Kindred reportedly failed fire inspections twice and therefore may not be able to use outdoor dining areas until issues are resolved.
Staff explained the city commonly uses a revocable license to occupy public property for outdoor dining rather than a multi-year lease, noting licenses can be revoked if conditions change. Council members asked whether it would harm the city to postpone a multi-year lease for two weeks pending inspection results and whether the applicant could seek a refund if they had already paid a fee. "They should probably pass their fire inspection before you sign the lease," one council member said. Staff said they would follow up and provide answers before the next meeting.
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