Local music venue Tír na nÓg Irish Pub closing after building condemned, residents lament loss

Jenny Nasak, a resident speaking during public comments, said the Tír na nÓg Irish Pub on East International Speedway Boulevard has closed after the building was condemned. "It's very sad, but the Tír na nÓg Irish pub on East ISB has been a great hub of comedy, independent music, community of young people, creatives, and it is shutting its doors," Nasak said. She offered thanks and best wishes to the proprietors and noted the pub had been an important community venue.

Meeting participants responded with regret and acknowledgement of the cultural loss; no formal action or city intervention was recorded in the meeting minutes. The closure was described as an unfortunate local business and cultural loss rather than a policy item.

Discussion vs. decisions: The statement was informational from a public commenter; no staff report or action was taken in response at the meeting.

Ending: Residents and board members expressed sympathy and appreciation for the venue's contributions to the local arts scene.