City Council Minutes 05-27-2025 SpecialMINUTES
MONTICELLO CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
Monday, May 27, 2025 — 6 p.m.
Monticello Community Center
Present: Lloyd Hilgart, Kip Christianson, Charlotte Gabler, Tracy Hinz, and Lee Martie
Absent: None
Staff: Rachel Leonard, Sarah Rathlisberger, and Randall Johnson
1. Call to Order
Mayor Lloyd Hilgart called the special meeting to order at 6 p.m.
2. Discussion on THC Beverage Sale at Hi -Way Liquors
Randall Johnsen, Hi -Way Liquors Manager, gave a brief presentation on the sales and
industry trends for THC products. To date, the liquor store has not sold THC drinks. Mr.
Johnsen noted decreases in sales for beer and wine products and that consumers are
shifting to alternative beverages, such as non-alcoholic or THC Beverages.
Staff requested input from the City Council on proceeding with selling THC beverages at
Hi -Way Liquors. Sarah Rathlisberger, Finance Director, noted that there are some items
that need to be addressed before it can be implemented. These included amending City
ordinances, registering with the State, and obtaining approval with the City's credit care
merchant and bank.
There was minimal discussion amount City Council members. There was consensus
amount City Council to proceed with the sale of THC products at Hi -Way Liquors.
3. Adjournment
By consensus, the meeting was adjourned at 6:15 p.m.
Recorder: Jennifer Schreib
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City Council Special Meeting Minutes — May 27, 2025