Alcohol License Review Committee Revocation Hearing: Meeting of August 19, 2026

The City of Madison's Alcohol License Review Committee convened on August 19, 2026, to review multiple alcohol and entertainment license applications and related conditions. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of temporary and permanent alcohol licenses for various establishments such as Luna's Groceries, the Historian Hotel, Madison Public Market Bar Corporation, the Oaks Lounge, and Begonia restaurant. The committee approved changes to license conditions, including modifications to alcohol sales quantities and entertainment hours, with motions passed to grant licenses with specific conditions such as ceasing entertainment by 11 PM or posting no loitering signs. Several applicants discussed operational plans, community engagement, and compliance with city regulations. The committee also referred some entertainment license requests to future meetings pending neighborhood association input. Additionally, updates on police department calls for service and licensing system issues were provided, with plans to improve online application processes. Overall, the meeting focused on licensing approvals, conditions, and ensuring community and regulatory compliance for alcohol-serving establishments in Madison.