The Salida City Council will hold its regular meeting tonight at 6 p.m., with several key items on the agenda ranging from liquor licensing decisions to community event planning.
Acting as the Liquor Licensing Authority, council members will consider a new liquor license application for Graystone Roadhouse, a restaurant set to open in the former Stokes building along Highway 50.
Council will also address concerns surrounding Arlie Dale’s Jug Liquor, located at 220 North F Street. Officials have received multiple complaints regarding the conduct of owner Chad Thornton and patrons. Salida Police Chief Russ Johnson is requesting a formal compliance review of the establishment’s liquor license, with possible suspension or revocation under consideration. The council may issue an order to show cause and schedule a public hearing on the matter.
Under new business, city staff will seek direction from council regarding funding for fireworks displays planned for the Fourth of July and the Parade of Lights. While local nonprofits and businesses have raised more than $6,000, the total cost of the displays is estimated at $35,000.
Additional agenda items include the potential appointment of Ryan Short to the Historic Preservation Commission, proposed amendments to the city’s 2026 fee schedule, and a vote on seasonal closures of F Street. The proposed closure would run from May 21 through September 22, aligning with the city’s peak tourism season.
The meeting is open to the public and is expected to cover a wide range of issues impacting residents and local businesses.
