SHORT TAKES : McCartney Concert Still Possible

City officials have cleared the way for a promoter to resume negotiations with Paul McCartney for a July concert at the Yale Bowl.

Deciding that the potential profits for the city are too great to pass up, the aldermen voted 19-6 Tuesday to grant a permit for the ex-Beatle’s show despite strong opposition from people living near the arena.

One condition was that the city receive at least $325,000 from the concert.

Concert promoter Jimmy Koplik, who is negotiating with both Yale and McCartney’s representatives, said Tuesday that he is sure the conditions can be met. He said New Haven is already listed on the musician’s itinerary.