Permit request subject of Pomona council hearing

Representatives of a north Pomona convenience store will go before the Pomona City Council on Monday evening with a request that it overturn a Planning Commission decision denying a permit to sell beer and wine.

Representatives for the 7-Eleven store at 2055 N. Towne Ave. went before the city's Planning Commission in late May where they sought a conditional-use permit that would have authorized the sale of beer and wine, according to a city staff report.

The request was denied.

Some residents have opposed the store's request because the business is close to schools and churches.

City administrators are recommending the council members uphold the decision of the Planning Commission, according to the report.

Council members have the option of denying the permit or they can grant the permit with conditions, according to the report.

The hearing will take place during the open portion of the City Council meeting, which begins at 7 p.m. at Pomona City Hall, 505 S. Garey Ave.