City Council Special Meeting - November 25, 2025

The Northfield City Council held a special meeting on November 25, 2025, at 5:00 PM to conduct a public hearing and consider the revocation of liquor licenses held by Froggz LLC at 307 and 303 Water Street South. The hearing addressed failures to maintain proof of financial responsibility, including required liability insurance, and other violations of state statutes and city code. The licensee expressed a desire to rescind the licenses, and the council ultimately voted unanimously to revoke them.

Public Hearing: Froggz LLC Liquor License Review

• City Clerk Lynette Peterson provided background on the Froggz liquor license.
• Nicolas Erickson, representing Froggz, explained the incidents related to the business and noted he would like to rescind the liquor license.
• David Hvistendahl, owner of 303-311 Water Street South, addressed the council, indicating incidents with the licensee.
• Associate City Attorney David Assaf clarified actions to the council regarding the revocation process.
• The public hearing was opened at 5:02 PM and closed at 5:16 PM on a motion by Council Member Sokup, seconded by Council Member Ness, carried unanimously (7-0).

Discussion Items

• Following the hearing, the council considered Resolution 2025-118, which detailed findings, conclusions, and an order for the suspension or revocation of all liquor licenses issued to Froggz LLC, d/b/a Froggz, and/or the imposition of a civil fine.

Key Outcomes

• The council approved Resolution 2025-118 by a unanimous vote (7-0), moving to revoke the liquor licenses.
• The meeting adjourned at 5:19 PM.