Crumb Brothers receives Logan council go-ahead to sell liquor

The Logan City Council has given its consent for Crumb Brothers Artisan Bread to sell alcohol.

After receiving support from community members during a public hearing on the request Tuesday, the council voted to overlook the long-time Logan business’ proximity to schools and parks and consented to a variance that would allow the bakery to serve alcoholic beverages.

The business’ owners have said that if they receive a license from the state they would use it to serve mimosas during their Sunday brunch.

At the meeting, multiple members of the community praised Crumb Brothers as a gathering place and an important local business, while downplaying potential problems.

“It’s more an eclectic place for people to gather together,” said LaDonna Connors, a Logan resident and Crumb Brothers supporter. “People aren’t going to buy a $10 mimosa and go out drinking and driving.”

Beth Saul, a local supporter of Crumb Brothers, said that with the over-abundance of chain restaurants in town, local family-run businesses like Crumb Brothers need community support.

One prominent voice stood in opposition to the restaurant’s request.

“I think alcohol has ruined millions of our American citizens,” said Logan Councilman Gene Needham, who cast the only dissenting vote. “I think it’s a plague and a problem.”

Needham said his vote to deny Crumb Brothers’ request was not personal. It was, he said, based on his family’s struggles with alcohol abuse and his religious values.

The rest of the council had a different view.

“It’s different than a bar. It’s different than a pub,” Logan Councilman Tom Jensen said. “I’d be supportive.”

“I think it’s a great business to have,” Logan Councilwoman Holly Daines said.

Crumb Brothers can now apply to the Utah Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.