Overview
- The council voted 11-2 to forward renewals for the Canopy and the Depot to a Feb. 19 final vote without recommendation.
- A motion to delay for further investigation failed 6-7 after members split over due process versus business harm.
- The city attorney and licensing staff said the hotels comply with liquor laws and noted any action must tie to licensed activity.
- Only seven people testified and none offered first-hand accounts, including a hotel worker who disputed claims of ICE contracts or overpouring.
- Council members cited cancellations, reduced hours and planned layoffs at the hotels, while the licenses remain valid unless withdrawn or denied.