Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Brookings public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in business jobs with low priority
210 Front Street silo radio lease
The old co-op elevator at 210 Front Street will keep hosting a faith-radio transmitter for the University of Northwestern–St. Paul — a small revenue stream ($325/month plus utilities) with annual 3.5% increases that won't block future redevelopment of the site.
Casino 2000 and Kwik Star Alcohol Licenses
The council was scheduled to hear four alcohol license items: malt license transfers for Casino 2000 Suites A and B and a new malt license and wine agreement for Kwik Trip's Kwik Star #1910.
Alcohol licensing matters
The city was set to hold a public hearing on a 10-year on-sale liquor operating agreement with Murdo Properties, LLC dba Mac's Eastside Grill LLC, owner Al Kurtenbach.
Downtown visitor center public restrooms
A $100,000 pillow-tax contribution will help fund public restrooms at the Growth Alliance's downtown visitor center at 416 Third Street, with baby changing tables planned and accessibility features under discussion.
Downtown projecting signs
Downtown businesses on combined lots can now hang one projecting sign per 25 feet of frontage instead of one per building, helping multi-tenant storefronts.