Woodbury City Council — Transcript
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Congressional Art Competition Recognition
Recognition of City Administrator Jeff Dahl
Public Concerns on ICE Presence and City Policy
Liquor License Approvals for Local Businesses
City Transportation Updates
City Administrator's Community Update
Votes (3)
Approval of Liquor Licenses for Third Act Brewery
Dissent: None
Moved by Council Member Wilson [00:28:13] · Seconded by Unknown [00:28:29]
Third Act Brewery applied for three new liquor license types to expand its offerings to include wine and hard cider. The application materials were reviewed by the city attorney and deemed acceptable. No public or council questions were raised, and the staff recommendation for approval was followed.
Approval of Liquor License for LTF Club Operations Company Inc. DBA Lifetime
Dissent: None
Moved by Mayor pro tem Santini [00:33:38] · Seconded by Unknown [00:33:53]
Lifetime sought an on-sale intoxicating wine and beer license to enhance member experiences and events. The on-site manager confirmed that staff would be trained on state laws for alcohol sales and that alcohol consumption would be restricted to designated cafe and workspace areas. Council members inquired about public safety, compliance checks, and the business's evolving 'country club style aesthetic'.
Approval of Liquor License for Main Event Entertainment Inc. DBA Main Event
Dissent: None
Moved by Council member Morris [00:36:38] · Seconded by Unknown [00:36:50]
Main Event Entertainment, a new facility under construction, applied for an on-sale intoxicating liquor license. A representative stated the business anticipates an August 3rd opening and will employ 110-120 people, expressing excitement for joining the Woodbury community. There were no specific public or council questions regarding the application.
Notable Quotes (3)
Basically, our intention is to elevate our like member experiences by offering beer and wine sales throughout the week. Really, it's to just enhance our events that we do, like workouts we like regularly, like monthly special events throughout the summer and stuff like that, so.
So, from a public safety standpoint, I want to ensure that What do we have in place? Cuz we don't We no longer even though we're licensing it, we're not giving them the packet of info. What What confidence do we have from a carding standpoint, from a public safety standpoint, from a compliance standpoint? Cuz it's again, this isn't the core business.
They're very excited to be a part of the community, especially up in that growing area. It's the first Main Event in Minnesota. They have over 60 nationwide. Um and they're excited to to get open and running and construction's well on our way.
Ordinances & Resolutions (13)
Annual art competition for high school students, sponsored by the Congressional Institute.
Existing city document criticized by residents as non-binding regarding federal immigration enforcement.
Proposed city document by residents to create predictable, safe environments and protections from federal immigration actions.
New license type approved for Third Act Brewery.
New license type approved for Third Act Brewery.
New license type approved for Third Act Brewery.
Existing license type held by Third Act Brewery.
Existing license type held by Third Act Brewery.
Existing license type held by Third Act Brewery.
New license type approved for LTF Club Operations Company Inc. DBA Lifetime.
New license type approved for Main Event Entertainment Inc.
Agreements enabling state and local law enforcement agencies to perform federal immigration functions, inquired about by residents.
Future permit type mentioned for THC beverages.