Approval of Retail Alcohol LicensesCity of Dubuque
City Council
CONSENT ITEMS # 20.
Copyrighted
March 16, 2026
ITEM TITLE: Approval of Retail Alcohol Licenses
SUMMARY: City Manager recommending City Council approval of retail
alcohol licenses as submitted.
RESOLUTION Approving applications for retail alcohol
licenses, as required by City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances
Title 4 Business and License Regulations, Chapter 2 Liquor
Control, Article B Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and
Permits
SUGGUESTED Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
DISPOSITION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1. MVM Memo Approval of Retail Alcohol Licenses
2. Police Chief Staff Memo
3. City Clerk Staff Memo
4. Resolution
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THE CITY OF
DUBE
Masterpiece on the Mississippi
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Retail Alcohol Licenses for the following:
Annual Renewals
• Phoenix Theatres, 105, 555 John F Kennedy Rd.
• Eagles Club, 1175 Century Dr.
• The Vault Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge, 342 Main St.
• Sportsters Pub and Grill, 2600 Central Ave.
• Noonan's Tap, LLC, 1618 Central Ave.
• Lina's Thai Bistro, 200, 2055 Holliday Dr.
• Lalo's 2, 1091 University Ave.
• L. May Eatery, 1072 Main St.
• The Hub, 253 Main St.
• Bunker Hill Golf Course, 2200 Bunker Hill Rd.
• Loras College Campus Center, 1450 Alta Vista St.
• Monks Kaffee Pub, 373 Bluff St.
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2007-2012.2013
2017*2019
• Backpocket Dubuque, 333 East loth St. Ste. A (Including Taproom &
Western Premise).
• McAleece Park and Recreation Complex, 1801 Admiral Sheehy Dr.
New Applications
• Convivium Hospitality, 2811 Jackson St.
• Dubuque Smoke and Spirits, 2400 Gateway Dr.
• Headquarters, 168 East loth St.
• Steves Ace Hardware, 200 South Locust St
New Applications Provisional Issuances
• Fuel Express Food Mart, 250 West 1st St.
• Steves Ace Hardware, 3350 John F Kennedy Rd.
DATE: March 11, 2026
Chief of Police Jeremy Jensen is recommending City Council approval of the Retail
Alcohol License renewals for: Phoenix Theatres, 105, 555 John F Kennedy Rd., Eagles
Club, 1175 Century Dr., The Vault Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge, 342 Main St.,
Sportsters Pub and Grill, 2600 Central Ave., Noonan's Tap, LLC, 1618 Central Ave.,
Lina's Thai Bistro, 200, 2055 Holliday Dr., Lalo's 2, 1091 University Ave., L. May Eatery,
1072 Main St., The Hub, 253 Main St., Bunker Hill Golf Course, 2200 Bunker Hill Rd.,
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Loras College Campus Center, 1450 Alta Vista St., Monks Kaffee Pub, 373 Bluff St.,
Backpocket Dubuque, 333 East 101" St. Ste. A (Including Taproom & Western Premise),
and McAleece Park and Recreation Complex, 1801 Admiral Sheehy Dr.
City Clerk Adrienne Breitfelder is recommending City Council approval of the New
Applications for: Convivium Hospitality, 2811 Jackson St.; Dubuque Smoke and Spirits,
2400 Gateway Dr.; Headquarters, 168 East 10th St.; and Steves Ace Hardware, 200
South Locust St.; and New Applications Provisional Issuances for: Fuel Express Food
Mart, 250 West 1 st St.; and Steves Ace Hardware, 3350 John F Kennedy Rd.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
S%zn'-
Mic ael C. Van Milligen
MCVM:sv
Attachment
cc: Crenna Brumwell, City Attorney
Cori Burbach, Assistant City Manager
Jeremy Jensen, Chief of Police
Adrienne Breitfelder, City Clerk
Trish Gleason, Assistant City Clerk
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THE CITY OF
DUB E MEMORANDUM
Masterpiece on the Mississippi
DATE: March 6, 2026
TO: Michael C. Van Milligen
City Manager
FROM: Jeremy R. Jensen
Chief of Police
RE: Retail Alcohol Licenses for the following:
• Phoenix Theatres, 105, 555 John F Kennedy Rd.
• Eagles Club, 1175 Century Dr.
• The Vault Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge, 342 Main St.
• Sportsters Pub and Grill, 2600 Central Ave.
• Noonan's Tap, LLC, 1618 Central Ave.
• Lina's Thai Bistro, 200, 2055 Holliday Dr.
• Lalo's 2, 1091 University Ave.
• L. May Eatery, 1072 Main St.
• The Hub, 253 Main St.
• Bunker Hill Golf Course, 2200 Bunker Hill Rd.
• Loras College Campus Center, 1450 Alta Vista St.
• Monks Kaffee Pub, 373 Bluff St.
• Backpocket Dubuque, 333 East 101" St. Ste. A (Including
Taproom & Western Premise).
• McAleece Park and Recreation Complex, 1801 Admiral Sheehy
Dr.
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this memorandum is to recommend the annual renewal of the above
retail alcohol license establishments and to highlight the calls for service related to
incidences of disturbances, crimes against persons, crimes against property, and public
morals occurring at the business since the last liquor license renewal.
BACKGROUND
Regarding the listed establishments, the following is a summary of activity since their
last renewal. The following key provides a brief description of those calls for service
displaying four areas of concern.
Disturbances Includes physical fighting, verbal arguments, loud music and/or subjects
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and all other disorderly behavior not already listed
Crimes Against Persons
Includes Assault and Harassment
Crimes Against Property
Includes Burglary, Criminal Mischief and Theft
Public Morals
Includes Public Intoxication and Possession of Controlled Substances
DISCUSSION
•Phoenix Theatres, 105, 555 John F. Kenney Rd.
Since the last renewal date there have been 4 calls for service to the establishment.
There were 0 disturbances, 1 crime against persons, 2 crimes against property, and
public morals call. Additionally, there were 0 individual violations and 0 violations
against the business.
DPD Case #
Type of CalUCircumstances
Disposition
2025-001189
Assault
Report Taken
25-085881
Theft
Handled by Officer
25-105774
Theft
Handled by Officer
2026-000689
Public Intoxication
Report Taken
•Eagles Club, 1175 Century Dr.
Since the last renewal date there have been 2 calls for service to the establishment.
There were 1 disturbance, 0 crimes against persons, 1 crime against property, and 0
public morals calls. Additionally, there were 0 individual violations and 0 violations
against the business.
DPD Case #
Type of CalUCircumstances
Disposition
2025-004689
Disturbance
Report Taken
2025-004643
Criminal Mischief
Report Taken
•The Vault Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge, 342 Main St.
Since the last renewal date there has been 0 calls for service to the establishment.
There were 0 disturbances, 0 crimes against persons, 0 crimes against property, and 0
public morals call. Additionally, there were 0 individual violations and 0 violations
against the business.
•Sportsters Pub & Grill, 2600 Central Ave.
Since the last renewal date there has been 4 calls for service to the establishment.
There was 1 disturbance, 2 crimes against persons, 1 crime against property, and 0
public morals call. Additionally, there were 0 individual violation and 0 violations against
the business.
DPD Case #
Type of CalUCircumstances
Disposition
25-025350
Disturbance
Handled by Officer
25-041098
Assault
Handled by Officer
2025-003477
Assault
Report Taken
2025-005331
Criminal Mischief
Report Taken
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•Noonan's Tap, LLC, 1618 Central Ave.
Since the last renewal date there has been 2 calls for service to the establishment.
There were 2 disturbances, 0 crimes against persons, 0 crimes against property, and 0
public morals calls. Additionally, there were 0 individual violations and 0 violations
against the business.
DPD Case #
Type of Call/Circumstances
Disposition
25-092375
Disturbance
Handled By Officer
26-008685
Disturbance
Handled by Officer
•Lina's Thai Bistro, 200, 2055 Holiday Dr.
Since the last renewal date there has been 1 call for service to the establishment.
There were 0 disturbances, 0 crimes against persons, 1 crime against property, and 0
public morals calls. Additionally, there were 0 individual violations and 0 violations
against the business.
DPD Case #
Type of Call/Circumstances
Disposition
25-092996
Theft
Handled By Officer
•Lalo's 2, 1091 University Ave.
Since the last renewal date there has been 0 calls for service to the establishment.
There were 0 disturbances, 0 crimes against persons, 0 crimes against property, and 0
public morals call. Additionally, there were 0 individual violations and 0 violations
against the business.
•L. May Eatery, 1072 Main St.
Since the last renewal date there has been 0 calls for service to the establishment.
There were 0 disturbances, 0 crimes against persons, 0 crimes against property, and 0
public morals call. Additionally, there were 0 individual violations and 0 violations
against the business.
•The Hub, 253 Main St.
Since the last renewal date there has been 11 calls for service to the establishment.
There were 4 disturbances, 5 crimes against persons, 0 crimes against property, and 2
public morals calls. Additionally, there were 0 individual violations and 0 violations
against the business.
DPD Case #
Type of Call/Circumstances
Disposition
2025-002659
Disturbance
Report Taken
2025-002662
Disturbance
Report Taken
2025-002663
Assault
Report Taken
25-037334
Assault
Handled By Officer
2025-003786
Disturbance
Report Taken
2025-004164
Disturbance
Report Taken
2025-004165
Public Intoxication
Report Taken
2025-004169
Assault
Report Taken
2025-004170
Assault
Report Taken
2025-004952
Public Intoxication
Report Taken
25-101925
Assault
Handled BY Officer
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-Bunker Hill Golf Course, 2200 Bunker Hill Rd.
Since the last renewal date there has been 0 calls for service to the establishment.
There were 0 disturbances, 0 crimes against persons, 0 crimes against property, and 0
public morals call. Additionally, there were 0 individual violations and 0 violations
against the business.
•Loras College Campus Center, 1450 Alta Vista St.
Since the last renewal date there has been 0 calls for service to the establishment.
There were 0 disturbances, 0 crimes against persons, 0 crimes against property, and 0
public morals calls. Additionally, there were 0 individual violations and 0 violations
against the business.
-Monks Kafee Pub. 373 Bluff St.
Since the last renewal date there has been 2 calls for service to the establishment.
There was 1 disturbance, 0 crimes against persons, 1 crime against property, and 0
public morals calls. Additionally, there were 0 individual violations and 0 violations
against the business.
DPD Case #
Type of Call/Circumstances
Disposition
25-012643
Disturbance
Handled By Officer
2025-002058
Criminal Mischief
Report Taken
•BackDocket Dubuaue. 33 East loth St. (Includina Taproom & Western Premise)
Since the last renewal date there has been 5 calls for service to the establishment.
There were 0 disturbances, 0 crimes against persons, 5 crimes against property, and 0
public morals call. Additionally, there were 0 individual violations and 0 violations
against the business.
DPD Case #
Type of Call/Circumstances
Disposition
2024-003562
Criminal Mischief
Report Taken
24-041479
Criminal Mischief
Handled by Officer
24-042869
Theft
Handled By Officer
24-053796
Theft
Handled By Officer
2025-004624
Theft
Report Taken
•McAleese Park and Recreation Complex, 1801 Admiral Sheehv Dr.
Since the last renewal date there has been 1 call for service to the establishment.
There was 1 disturbance, 0 crimes against persons, 0 crimes against property, and 0
public morals call. Additionally, there were 0 individual violations and 0 violations
against the business.
DPD Case #
Type of Call/Circumstances
Disposition
25-053711
Disturbance
Handled By Officer
0
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RECOMMENDATION:
Based upon a review of the above businesses, we would recommend approval of the
annual retail alcohol licenses for: Phoenix Theatres, 105, 555 John F Kennedy Rd.,
Eagles Club, 1175 Century Dr., The Vault Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge, 342 Main
St., Sportsters Pub and Grill, 2600 Central Ave., Noonan's Tap, LLC, 1618 Central Ave.,
Lina's Thai Bistro, 200, 2055 Holliday Dr., Lalo's 2, 1091 University Ave., L. May Eatery,
1072 Main St., The Hub, 253 Main St., Bunker Hill Golf Course, 2200 Bunker Hill Rd.,
Loras College Campus Center, 1450 Alta Vista St., Monks Kaffee Pub, 373 Bluff St.,
Backpocket Dubuque, 333 East loth St. Ste. A (Including Taproom & Western Premise),
and McAleece Park and Recreation Complex, 1801 Admiral Sheehy Dr.
ACTION REQUESTED
Action requested is for City Council consideration to approve the retail alcohol license.
renewals for: Phoenix Theatres, 105, 555 John F Kennedy Rd., Eagles Club, 1175
Century Dr., The Vault Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge, 342 Main St.,
Sportsters Pub and Grill, 2600 Central Ave., Noonan's Tap, LLC, 1618 Central Ave.,
Lina's Thai Bistro, 200, 2055 Holliday Dr., Lalo's 2, 1091 University Ave., L. May Eatery,
1072 Main St., The Hub, 253 Main St., Bunker Hill Golf Course, 2200 Bunker Hill Rd.,
Loras College Campus Center, 1450 Alta Vista St., Monks Kaffee Pub, 373 Bluff St.,
Backpocket Dubuque, 333 East loth St. Ste. A (Including Taproom % Western
Premise), and McAleece Park and Recreation Complex, 1801 Admiral Sheehy Dr.
cc: Crenna Brumwell, City Attorney
Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
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Dubuque
City Clerk's Office
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Masterpiece on the Mississippi
2007*2012.2013
2017*2019
www.cityofdubuque.org
TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM: Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
DATE: March 9, 2026
SUBJECT: Retail Alcohol License Approvals for the following:
New Applications
Convivium Hospitality, 2811 Jackson St.
Dubuque Smoke and Spirits, 2400 Gateway Dr.
Headquarters, 168 East 10th St.
Steves Ace Hardware, 200 South Locust St
New Applications Provisional Issuances
Fuel Express Food Mart, 250 West 1 st St.
Steves Ace Hardware, 3350 John F Kennedy Rd.
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this memorandum is to recommend the approval of the above noted retail
alcohol license applications.
BACKGROUND
State and city codes require a retail alcohol license to sell beer, wine, or liquor within the city. The
Iowa Department of Revenue Alcohol and Tax Compliance Division (Division) manages the
application and licensing process. The Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division (ABD) previously
managed this process but was merged into the Iowa Department of Revenue in 2024, leading to
a new division name. The Division works in coordination with cities, which serve as the local
authority under State Code Chapter 123 on alcoholic beverage control. In Dubuque, the City
Clerk's Office acts as the local authority for retail alcohol license applications, processing each
application on the city's behalf. When an applicant applies for a retail alcohol license, they must
receive approval from the local authority before the application is forwarded to the Division for
further action.
DISCUSSION
The City Clerk's Office submits recommendations to the City Council for approval of all new retail
alcohol license applications, additional privileges, and amendments. While new applications
include special events, the City Clerk's Office highlights these separately in memos and
resolutions for easy reference.
Per City Code §4-2B-9, City Council action is required before an application is submitted to the
Division. However, §4-2B-9 also authorizes the City Clerk's Office to issue provisional approval
for new and renewal applications before a regularly scheduled City Council meeting, provided the
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applicant has met all city and state application and inspection requirements. Provisional approval
is granted when necessary and is subsequently placed on the next City Council agenda for formal
review and either approval or revocation. All applications listed above have met the relevant city
and state requirements.
The Dubuque Police Department submits recommendations for retail alcohol license renewal
applications via a separate memo in which they detail their annual calls for service on each
establishment.
RECOMMENDATION
I respectfully request approval of the above noted retail alcohol license applications as submitted.
cc: Crenna Brumwell, City Attorney
Cori Burbach, Assistant City Manager
Jeremy Jensen, Police Chief
Prepared by: Trish Gleason, Assistant City Clerk
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Prepared by Trish L. Gleason Asst. City Clerk 50 W. 13th St., Dubuque IA 52001 (563) 589-4100
Return to Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk, 50 W. 13th St., Dubuque, IA 52001, (563) 589-4100
RESOLUTION NO. 84-26
APPROVING APPLICATIONS FOR RETAIL ALCOHOL LICENSES, AS REQUIRED
BY CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES TITLE 4 BUSINESS AND
LICENSE REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 2 LIQUOR CONTROL, ARTICLE B LIQUOR,
BEER AND WINE LICENSES AND PERMITS
WHEREAS, applications for retail alcohol licenses have been submitted and
filed with the City Council for approval, and the same have been examined, provisionally
approved, and/or approved-, and
WHEREAS, the premises to be occupied by such applicants were inspected
and found to comply with the Ordinances of the City-, and
WHEREAS, the applicants have filed the proper fees and bonds to the Iowa
Department of Revenue Alcohol and Tax Compliance Division and have otherwise
complied with the requirements of the Code of Ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA THAT:
Section 1. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause to be issued
at the noted premise address to
the following applicants pending submission of the
locally required documentation:
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New Applications
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Convivium Hospitality
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2811 Jackson St.
Dubuque Smoke and Spirits
2400 Gateway Dr.
...............................-- ...__.._..-_... .... .._.............. _.......................... _.... ....................................
Headquarters
168 East 10th St.
Steves Ace Hardware
_......... _............... ...................... _.....-......._.__......... __........
:
200 South Locust St
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Renewals
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Backpocket Dubuque
333 East 10th St. Ste A (Including
Taproom & Western Premise
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Bunker Hill Golf Course
_......--._......_......._b......P ..................._... ....
2200 Bunker Hill Rd.
.............-_......................................................._._....._..--.................__._..._...-------......-.-.-... _ .-........
Eagles Club
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1175 Century Dr. ;
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L. May Eatery
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1072 Main St.
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Lalo s 2
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1091 University Ave.
Lina s Thai Bistro
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.2055 Holliday Dr. Suite 200
Loras College Campus Center
1450 Alta Vista St.
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t McAleece Park and Recreation Complex 1801 Admiral Sheehy Dr.
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Monks Kaffee Pub
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373 Bluff St.
t Noonan s Tap,LLC
._.-.....---................................._...._........._....... _._..................................._._._......__............._...........-_-.-....................... _ _
1618 Central Ave. '
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I Phoenix Theatres
............................_........... _........ _......... _..... ____ ................ _........ ............... _._._..... __...............
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._...._ 105, 555 John F Kennedy Rd.
Sportsters Pub & Grub
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' 2600 Central Ave.
The Hub 253 Main St.
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The
Vault_ restau..........ra..nt and cocktail lounge �342 Main St.
New Applications Provisional Issuances
Fuel Express Food Mart i 250 West 1 st St.
Steves Ace Hardware 3350 John F Kennedy Rd.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 16th day of March 2026.
avid T. Resnick, Mayor Pro Tern
Attest:
O'W� 4, Awl
Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk