During a recent government meeting, local business owner Jason Dvorak expressed his concerns regarding the impact of proposed liquor regulations on his operations in Rapid City. Dvorak, who is currently developing two new liquor store locations, emphasized the significance of his businesses to the community, noting that they serve a customer base of approximately 250,000 residents.

Dvorak highlighted a statistic that only 150 individuals are reportedly responsible for the majority of liquor-related issues in the area, arguing that it is unfair for a small number of people to dictate regulations that affect the broader population. He pointed out that his stores, located on the far west and south sides of the city, are not contributing to the problems associated with liquor sales, as they are situated away from downtown.

Financially, Dvorak underscored the burden of property taxes, estimating that he would pay around $80,000 annually for one location and over $100,000 for another. He stressed that the proposed regulations could lead to significant revenue loss for his business, which relies solely on liquor sales for income. Dvorak concluded by advocating for a balanced approach to liquor regulation that considers the broader economic implications for local businesses.