St. Paul City Council member Chris Tolbert is asking residents to weigh in on a proposal that would allow St. Paul liquor stores to remain open until 10 p.m., or two hours later than currently allowed, on most weeknights.

With the exception of Mendota Heights, all cities bordering St. Paul allow their liquor stores to close at 10 p.m., Monday through Saturday, according to Tolbert’s office.

True to its name, the Saintly City — a former speakeasy haven that once stood boldly against Prohibition — requires liquor stores to shut down at 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Related Articles Midway Fund offers $840,000 in damage, rebuilding and relocation grants

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In a fact sheet, Tolbert’s office has noted that St. Paul breweries are allowed to sell growlers for customers to take home, but they must cease sales by 8 p.m. most weeknights.

“They cannot sell take-home brews for the last two hours of business, meaning lost revenue for the breweries and frustration and confusion for customers,” it reads.

Critics are likely to raise questions about possible impacts on policing and public safety.

Tolbert’s legislative aide, Libby Kantner, is accepting feedback through Sept. 1 at libby.kantner@ci.stpaul.mn.us or 651-266-8631.