Mentelle Neighbors –
Following a preliminary meeting with some Mentelle Board members and Aurora Avenue neighbors, I wanted to offer an update on an upcoming proposed alteration to the Warehouse Block. Mirror Twin Brewing has been enjoying a slow organic growth since first leasing 725 National Avenue in 2016. The temporary outdoor area between the two buildings allowed them to weather the COVID storm, with their new focus aimed at the future.
Mirror Twin would like to move its “brewing” operation to 720 National Avenue, which they currently utilize as storage for kegs filled at their brew-pub at 725 National Avenue. A current oversight in zoning restrictions has forced us onto the path of obtaining a zone change to accommodate this action. Although this action would not alter any current structures, operations or traffic, in order for Mirror Twin to accommodate their demand, and ultimately stay in the neighborhood, this alteration, as advised by the LFUCG Planning Division, is our only option.
The group that met earlier this week asked to meet at Mirror Twin to discuss the intended operations direct with Head Brewer Derek DeFranco. Please consider this email an invitation to attend an open meeting for members of the Mentelle Neighborhood Association. We will meet at my office, located at 250 Walton Avenue, Suite 150 (down the alley next to Willis Klien and around back) at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 29th. There, I will have the development plan (as currently approved by the LFUCG) and speak briefly about the intent as an effort to “catch-up” anyone who was not in attendance at the first meeting. Immediately following, at approximately 7 p.m., we will walk to Mirror Twin where Derek will give a tour of his current facility and discuss the usage at the proposed new location. Mirror Twin has offered to provide beer, and I will provide pizza, to all attendees.
Please RSVP to Ann or myself so that we know how many folks will be attending. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please call me anytime.
Have a great weekend.
Sincerely,
Chad T Walker
(859) 227-0774