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The City of Blaine is prepping for a public hearing that could green-light new on-sale wine and 3.2% malt liquor licenses. Set for November 3rd, the meeting will welcome the voices of the community as the City Council considers the applications from two hopeful vendors, Wendy Cisneros and Gabino Coconi-Alvarez. According to details on the City of Blaine's official website, the hearing is an essential step before any approvals are bestowed. These applicants aren't just knocking on the city's door with hopes and dreams—they've come bearing the necessary forms, fees, and documents. The process extended beyond paperwork. The Blaine Police Department conducted background checks on the applicants, and just like a quiet street at midnight, no concerns were found. This information comes directly from the official announcement from the City of Blaine. Should the council give Cisneros and Coconi-Alvarez the thumbs up, they won't have to revisit the licensing table until June 30, 2026—synchronicity with the annual liquor license renewals is the name of the game here. The forthcoming decision will not only impact the applicants but also set the tone for the city's relationship with prospective entrepreneurs looking to serve up wine and low-alcohol brews. The City Council's deliberation and possible approval is merely one step in the dance. Once the council stamps its approval, the state's alcohol and gambling enforcement division will come into play, awaiting the submission of all required information. The existing regulations ensure a balance is struck between business ventures and community standards, an ongoing dialogue that shapes the city's economic and social landscape. This information, too, hails from the city's public notice.
