During a recent government meeting, officials discussed the potential expansion of single-serve alcohol sale boundaries, particularly around River Street. Concerns were raised regarding issues at the Circle K location, prompting a recommendation from Chief Kidwell and Officer Wynne to refrain from expanding the boundaries at this time. They emphasized that such an expansion might only exacerbate existing problems rather than resolve them.

Officer Wynne, who actively monitors the downtown area, will continue to oversee the situation. Additionally, there are plans to enhance safety measures, including the potential installation of a camera in the vicinity and the replacement of non-functional street lights, an initiative led by Alderman Marzak.

Alderman Johnson expressed support for maintaining the topic on the agenda to ensure ongoing attention to the area’s challenges. Alderman Brian echoed this sentiment, acknowledging the improvements made by Officer Wynne and the police department in managing the situation. The consensus among the officials was to keep monitoring the area while prioritizing public safety.