Council Moves to Withdraw Objection to Liquor Permit on East 71st Street
Cleveland City Council is considering a move to allow a new liquor permit for a business in Ward 2. Through Emergency Resolution 1045-2026, introduced by Council Member Bishop, the city intends to withdraw a previous formal objection to the permit application for T & K Merchandise, Inc., located at 4166 East 71st Street.
What's in the file
The proposed emergency resolution seeks to change the city's stance on a specific liquor license application. According to the official document 1045-2026-FOR ADOPTION-WITHDRAW-NEW 4166 E. 71 St - Ward 2, the resolution authorizes the following:
- The withdrawal of the city's objection to New C1 Liquor Permit (Permit Number 10010772-1) for T & K Merchandise, Inc.
- The repeal of Resolution No. 338-2026, which was originally adopted on March 23, 2026, to object to the permit.
- Council's consent to the immediate issuance of said permit.
The record notes that this is an emergency measure. If it receives an affirmative vote of two-thirds of all elected Council members, it will take effect immediately upon adoption and approval by the Mayor.
Who may be affected
- Ward 2: The business is located within this ward.
- T & K Merchandise, Inc.: The business seeking the C1 Liquor Permit at 4166 East 71st Street.
Status and timeline
- March 23, 2026: Council adopted Resolution No. 338-2026 to object to the liquor permit.
- September 10, 2026: Resolution 1045-2026 was introduced.
- September 14, 2026: The resolution is scheduled to be read for a third time.
What to watch next
The resolution is scheduled to be read for a third time on September 14, 2026.
Residents can verify these details by reviewing the official record for File No. 1045-2026 through the Cleveland City Council website.
Key facts
- Ward
- 2
- Repealed Resolution
- 338-2026
Source record
- File
- 1045-2026
- Type
- Emergency Resolution
- Status
- Agenda Ready
- Committee
- City Council
- Introduced
- September 9, 2026