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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in La Crosse public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Liquor license nonrenewals for two local businesses
The city has signaled it intends not to renew the alcohol licenses of Tequila's Mexican Restaurant and the Citgo on State Road, and both businesses got hearings to argue their case. The outcomes affect whether these neighborhood businesses can keep serving alcohol — and in the gas station's case, selling tobacco and vaping products.
City Hall renovation
La Crosse City Hall's top floor might get its first big renovation next year. That means city staff offices could finally get a much-needed upgrade. No word yet on cost or timeline.
First Amendment challenge to proposed ordinance
A conservative legal group is warning La Crosse that a proposed ordinance could violate free speech rights before the City Council passes it. The fight matters because it could shape what the city can regulate when it comes to protests and public expression.