Council Objects to Liquor Permit Transfer on Bartlett Avenue
Cleveland City Council is moving to block a change in ownership for a liquor permit located at 15315 Bartlett Avenue. Introduced by Council Member Jones, Emergency Resolution 1024-2026 seeks to formally object to the transfer of C2 and C2X liquor permits from Musa Jr. Food Market, LLC to A & S Capital Enterprises, LLC.
What's in the file
The resolution records an official objection to the transfer of two specific liquor permits:
- Permit Number 06273996-1 (currently held by Musa Jr. Food Market, LLC)
- Permit Number 10017190-1 (requested by A & S Capital Enterprises, LLC)
According to the official resolution, Council is objecting to this transfer based on several stated rationales:
- The area is characterized as a "high crime area" that is "already saturated with other liquor outlets," making the transfer contrary to community interests.
- There are concerns regarding whether the applicant qualifies as a permit holder or has previously operated in disregard of state or local laws.
- The location may not conform to building, safety, or health requirements.
- The physical arrangement of the establishment may prevent reasonable access for law enforcement or Department of Liquor Control agents.
- The location's proximity to the neighborhood may substantially interfere with public peace, sobriety, or good order.
The measure is designated as an emergency resolution to preserve public peace and safety.
Who may be affected
- Ward 1 residents near 15315 Bartlett Avenue.
- The Division of Liquor Control.
Status and timeline
- September 9, 2026: The emergency resolution was introduced to City Council.
- September 14, 2026: The resolution was scheduled for adoption.
The resolution is currently listed as "Agenda Ready." As an emergency measure, if it receives a two-thirds affirmative vote from Council and is approved by the Mayor, it will take effect immediately.
What to watch next
The resolution requests that the Director of Liquor Control set a formal hearing for the permit application in Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, in accordance with Section 4303.26 of the Ohio Revised Code.
Residents can verify these details by reviewing the official record for Resolution No. 1024-2026 at the Cleveland City Council website.
Source record
- File
- 1024-2026
- Type
- Emergency Resolution
- Status
- Agenda Ready
- Committee
- City Council
- Introduced
- September 8, 2026