Alcohol Licensing Advisory Committee Meeting - June 2, 2026
Alcohol Licensing Advisory Committee Meeting - June 2, 2026
The Alcohol Licensing Advisory Committee (ALAC) met on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 8:00 AM in Council Chambers. All seven members were present. The committee elected officers, approved previous minutes, considered two alcohol license applications, and received staff reports on police incidents, license quotas, and the newly adopted designated outdoor refreshment area (DORA).
Consent Calendar
- Approval of Minutes: The minutes from the May 5, 2026 meeting were approved unanimously (motion by Julie Struns, second by Mark Bumpus; all ayes).
Election of Officers
- Chairperson: Heather Miller was nominated by Mark Bumpus and elected without opposition.
- Vice Chairperson: Steve Knox was nominated by Heather Miller, and Julie Struns was nominated by Richard Nino. Julie Struns won by a vote of 4 to 3.
License Applications
- Temporary Extension of Class B Premise – Bob's Riders In and Bad Brad Wing and a Prayer: The applicants, Robert Walters and Linda Giletic, requested a temporary expansion of their combined premises for a customer appreciation event on August 8, 2026. The event will feature outdoor music, food trucks, and a blocked-off parking lot. Neighbors are generally supportive; one new neighbor has not yet been contacted. Deputy Chief expressed no concerns. The committee approved the request unanimously (motion by Sickich, second by Knox).
- Original Class B Beer and Intoxicating Liquors License – Wedges 19th Hole, LLC (dba Wedges 19th Hole): Kevin Bruce applied for a new license at 2006 N Washington Street. The application was complete after a late submission. Alcohol will be stored in the basement office area. Deputy Chief reported no concerns. A public hearing was opened and closed with no public comments. The committee approved the application unanimously (motion by Knox, second by Bumpus). The license will go before the City Council for final approval; if not activated by July 1, a new application will be needed.
Staff Reports
- Police Department Incident Report: No incidents to report.
- City Clerk's Alcohol License Quota Report: Clerk Stottler reported that the Brazilian Steakhouse did not renew its license, leaving four quota licenses available. The Children's Museum plans to apply for a full liquor license for special events only. Additionally, the City Council adopted an ordinance creating a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) in downtown Janesville. Committee member Steve Knox provided details: the DORA will allow alcohol consumption in a confined downtown area from noon to 10 PM, seven days a week, involving 12–14 potential participating establishments. The launch is targeted for late June or after the Fourth of July.
- Temporary Licenses Issued: A list of temporary licenses was provided, noting many line walks and special events for the season.
Committee Comments
- Members encouraged attendance at the first "Music at the Marv" event that evening, featuring the band "Naughty Naughty."
Key Outcomes
- Officers elected: Chair Heather Miller, Vice Chair Julie Struns.
- Two license applications approved unanimously (one temporary extension, one new license), subject to City Council approval for the new license.
- DORA ordinance adopted; implementation schedule to be determined.
- Meeting adjourned.
Meeting Transcript
And uh as an election Tuesday, I will call this meeting to order. Uh and first item is roll call. Dennis Riley. Here. Steve Knox. Mo Sickich. Here. Heather Miller. Here. Mark Bumpus. Here. Richard Nino. Julie Struns. All are present. We do have a quorum. The first item on the agenda this morning is the election of the chairperson. I will ask for nominations three times once I open the floor. After three times, I will close nominations. And we will have the option of a paper ballot or an acclamation. So at this time, are there any nominations for chairperson? Maybe they uh Heather Miller. Miller was nominated by Mark Bumpus. Are there any other nominations for chairperson? Last call. Any other nominations for chairperson? Nominations are closed. Chairperson Miller, congratulations. I will hand the meeting over to you. All right. At this time we will take nominations for the election of vice chair. I would nominate Steve Knox. Any other nominations for vice chair? I nominate Julie Struns. Nomination by Nino for Julie. Any others? Seeing none. I think we want a ballot, Lori. Put your ballot back up on the diets. I will collect them. Council. We would have done the same thing with the day except for the except for the election. Last one, I would like emailed various in the group by the lodge. Madam Chair, by a vote of four votes, Julie Struns, three votes, Steve Knox. Julie is the vice chair. All right. Moving on to the approval of the minutes. Everyone have an opportunity to take a look at the minutes from last meeting. If so, I would entertain a motion. Motion motion to approve by Julie. Second by Bumpus.
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