License Commission Chairman Peter Sygnator said that some statistics from the Police Department from 2011, 2012 and 2013 that will be used in making the decision have been misplaced.
SPRINGFIELD — The License Commission on Thursday voted to continue until April 18 a vote on whether to change the closing hour of city bars to 1 a.m. from the current 2 a.m. closing time.
License Commission Chairman Peter L. Sygnator said that some statistics from the Police Department from 2011, 2012 and 2013 that will be used in making the decision have been misplaced.
The statistics will be requested from the Police Department again, Sygnator said.
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno has advocated for the earlier closing, saying it will enhance public safety.
Opponents say the earlier closing will cause Springfield clubs to lose business, revenue and jobs.