Safety and Licensing Committee meeting summary
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Committee recommended denying one operator license, approved a truancy ordinance resolution, authorized applying for a $425,000 COPS technology grant, and recommended approval of multiple alcohol, tobacco, and special-event license renewals and amendments.
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The committee voted to deny a requested operator's license, meaning that person will not be recommended to serve alcohol at licensed establishments. The committee recommended approval of a resolution to review truancy ordinance options, signaling the city will pursue changes to how school attendance issues are handled. The committee also recommended applying for a $425,000 COPS grant for police technology and/or equipment and approved a range of business license renewals and temporary permits that affect local restaurants, hotels, and special events.
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- Recommended denial of the Operator's License application for Ryan Toppins.
- Recommended approval of Resolution #7-R-26 to review options for the truancy ordinance.
- Recommended approval to apply for and accept $425,000 in COPS Technology and Equipment Grant funds.
- Recommended approval of 2026-2027 Late Late alcohol license renewals (contingent on departmental approvals).
- Recommended approval of 2026-2027 Late cigarette, tobacco, and electronic vaping device license renewals (Batch 2).
- Recommended approval of multiple alcohol license actions, including: Class B beer/Class B liquor for 4 Schmidts and Giggles Bar and Grill; Class C wine for SpringHill Suites by Marriott Appleton and Lumberjack Johnny's; change of agent for Appleton Parlour Collective; temporary premises amendment for Wooden Nickel Sports Bar & Grill for Mile of Music; and a premises amendment for Madras Cafe.
- Approved the balance of the agenda and recommended items contingent on required department approvals where noted.
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