The Boulder City Beverage Licensing Authority (BLA) convened on June 21, 2025, to address a significant compliance issue involving El Taco Imperial de Laxcala, which failed an underage alcohol compliance check on April 4, 2025. During the meeting, evidence was presented indicating that the establishment unlawfully served alcoholic beverages to two underage operatives without verifying their identification.

Miss Keller, representing the city, emphasized the importance of ID checks in licensed establishments, stating, "It is not unreasonable to expect a liquor licensed establishment to check patrons' IDs before serving them alcoholic beverages." She argued that had the staff at El Taco Imperial de Laxcala followed this standard, the underage operatives would not have been served.

In response, Miss Castrejon, a representative of the establishment, acknowledged her oversight in not asking for IDs, attributing her failure to nerves. However, the board members expressed concern that such a lapse is not a valid defense, highlighting the responsibility of the establishment's owner to ensure compliance with alcohol laws.

During deliberations, board members noted the absence of mitigating factors or an alcohol policy from the establishment, which could have influenced their decision. Member Roberts proposed a motion to impose penalties based on established guidelines, reflecting the seriousness of the violation.

The BLA's decision will have implications for El Taco Imperial de Laxcala, as it underscores the critical need for compliance with alcohol regulations to protect the community and prevent underage drinking. The board's actions serve as a reminder to all licensed establishments about the importance of adhering to legal standards in serving alcohol.