October 13, 2025 · 5:00 PM
City Council Special
The Council held a short special meeting and approved a one-night noise waiver for live music at The Spruce Lodge. The meeting lasted about eight minutes, with no public comments recorded in the minutes.
Key Decisions
Council approved a noise ordinance waiver for The Spruce Lodge (1110 30th St.) to allow live music on Oct. 18 from 7–11 p.m., including waiving rules about noise heard inside nearby homes and vibration limits.
Public Input
No public comments or communications recorded for this meeting.
Agenda Items
25-201 Consideration of a Request for Noise Ordinance Waiver for The Spruce Lodge LLC, 1110 30th Street, for Live Music on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM---Waive the Provisions of Sections 9-2-5B(2)(b) Regarding Noise Audible Within an Enclosed Structure Used for Residential Purposes and Section 9-2-5D, Pertaining to Vibration
Passed
The Council approved a one-night waiver so The Spruce Lodge can host live music on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 7–11 p.m. The waiver specifically covers noise that can be heard inside nearby residences and the city’s vibration limits—so this is not just a paperwork item; it directly affects nearby neighbors’ ability to expect quiet indoors during those hours. The minutes show the waiver passed by voice vote, which means residents can’t see an exact count beyond the listed “yea” votes.
Roll call vote 8 yes
Mark Bittner
yes
Doug Brandt
yes
Shannon Derby
yes
Bill LeClair
yes
Darla LeClair
yes
Tim Petri
yes
Bonnie Shimulunas
yes
Scott Stechmesser
yes