SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO.com) -- The West Mall 7's plans to sell beer and wine during movies has been struck down by the City Council.
Owner Todd Frager testified how the sales would work. Citizen Colleen Swanson testified about all the ways minors could try to sneak around the theater's safeguards.
Councilor Michelle Erpenbach cited concerns about the proximity of minors and children to the theater.
"I'm voting again both of these items," Erpenbach said. "Because, number one, it's not a stand alone building. Number two, it is just too far close to where tons and tons of kids are. And I want them and their families to have those experiences. I know what you're (Frager) looking for to boost your business, but I can't vote in favor of this one."
The Council voted unanimously to not allow the theatre to have a liquor license.
(Nick Hill, KELO.com News, contributed to this report.)