HomeMy WebLinkAboutLiquor Licensing Authority - Minutes - 05/24/1989LIQUOR LICENSING AUTHORITY MINUTES
Regular Meeting - May 24, 1989
6:35 p.m.
A regular meeting of the Liquor Licensing Authority was
May 24, 1989, in the Council Chambers of the Fort
Building. The following members were present: Bullard
Gadsby, Garber, and Poncelow.
Authority Members Absent: Spaulding
held on Wednesday,
Collins Municipal
Cooper, Denmark,
Staff Members Present: John Duval, City Attorney's Office
Rita Knoll, City Clerk's Office
Sandy Gibson, Police Department
Report of Change of Manager for
Vicker's #2622. 200 West Horsetooth
LeRoy Mekelburg, manager, spoke of his experience with the sale and service
of alcohol and noted that he had never been involved in a violation of the
liquor laws. He stated there will be no changes in the operation of the
establishment under his management.
Authority member Garber made a motion, seconded by Authority member Gadsby,
to approve LeRoy Mekelburg as manager of Vicker's #2622, 200 West
Horsetooth. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, Gadsby, Garber, and Poncelow.
Nays: None.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
Consideration of Application from the Downtown
Business Association for a Special Events Permit
at the Downtown Parking Garage 102 Remington
Maggie Kunze, Executive Director of the Downtown Business Association,
stated this is the third year the Downtown Business Association and Fort
Collins Symphony have joined together to organize the rooftop concerts at
the parking garage. She spoke of previous events and stated there had been
no problems with the liquor sales.
Paul Batchelor, manager of the Fort Collins Symphony, stated that the
liquor service will be handled by professional bartenders who are familiar
with the liquor laws and checking identification. He stated the admission
price will entitle each individual to two drink tickets to be used for
alcoholic beverages or soft drinks. He noted that only two alcoholic
drinks will be provided to each person and no additional drinks will be
sold.
May 24, 1989
Authority member Gadsby made a motion, seconded by Authority member
Poncelow, to approve the application of the Downtown Business Association
for a special events permit at the downtown parking garage, 102 Remington,
on June 17, July 8, July 15, July 22, and August 5. Yeas: Bullard,
Cooper, Denmark, Gadsby, Garber, and Poncelow. Nays: None.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
Hearing on a Change of Class of
License for Match -Ups. 625 South Mason
Authority member Gadsby stated that she knows Mr. Archer through the pool
league they are involved in, but noted that she did not believe that
association would affect her decision in this matter.
Kevin Archer, owner, was sworn and noted that there is no change in
ownership of the establishment. He stated that Match -Ups is a billiards
room, which currently holds 18 pool tables. He stated if the
hotel -restaurant license is granted, the establishment will be remodeled
and will hold up to 29 pool tables. He stated the remodel will include a
full service kitchen and spoke of the expanded menu. Mr. Archer stated
they are seeking this change of class of license because of the change in
drinking age, and noted that the establishment no longer caters to the
college -age crowd. He described the training provided to employees.
Applicant's Exhibits A through T were admitted into evidence and identified
as petitions circulated on behalf of the application. Mr. Archer stated
approximately 283 signatures were obtained in favor of the license, with 3
people signing in opposition. He described the petitioning process and
noted many people refused to participate in the petition.
Authority member Poncelow made a motion, seconded by Authority member
Denmark, to adopt Resolution 89-12 approving the application of Match -Ups,
Inc. for a hotel -restaurant license at Match -Ups, 625 South Mason.
Authority member Garber expressed concern about the legitimate use of the
establishment as a restaurant.
The vote on Authority member Poncelow's motion to adopt Resolution 89-12
was as follows: Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, Gadsby, Garber, and
Poncelow. Nays: None.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
Transfer of Ownership of Toddy's
of Fort Collins. 2601 South Lemay
John M. Toddy, vice-president of Toddy's of Fort Collins, Inc., stated
there would be no change in the operation of the establishment or the
management of liquor sales. He noted that the only purpose of the transfer
is to sever the part ownership of Eugene Mitchell.
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Authority member Denmark made a motion, seconded by Authority member
Garber, to approve the transfer of ownership of Toddy's of Fort Collins,
2601 South Lemay, from John C. Todd and Eugene Mitchell to Toddy's of Fort
Collins, Ltd. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, Gadsby, Garber, and
Poncelow. Nays: None.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
Report of Change of Manager for
Toddy's of Fort Collins. 2601 South Lemay
Kenneth Bockhold, manager, stated there would be no changes with respect to
the sale of 3.2% beer under his management. He spoke of his previous
experience with King Soopers. He noted he has had 16 years experience with
liquor sales and was never involved in a violation of the liquor laws.
Authority member Poncelow made a motion, seconded by Authority member
Gadsby, to approve Kenneth Bockhold as manager of Toddy's of Fort Collins,
2601 South Lemay. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, Gadsby, Garber, and
Poncelow. Nays: None.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
Transfer of Ownership of Harvest
Foods, 622 North College, and Trade
Name Change to Harvest Foods. Ltd.
Dennis Barthuly, owner, stated he and his wife recently purchased the store
and stated beer sales have been suspended pending approval of the transfer
of ownership. He acknowledged his lack of experience with retail sales of
alcoholic beverages, but noted that his former occupation as a State
trooper provided him with the law enforcement background relating to
alcohol. He described the carding policies at the store and spoke of
training that will be provided to employees. Mr. Barthuly indicated his
wife would be the manager of the store.
Pat Barthuly, owner, stated she is currently managing the store and spoke
of the hours she works at the store.
Mr. Barthuly responded to questions from the Authority regarding the
visibility of the beer cooler from the check-out area.
Authority member Gadsby made a motion, seconded by Authority member
Poncelow, to approve the transfer of ownership of Harvest Foods, 622 North
College, from A.J. Enterprises, Ltd. to Dennis and Pat Barthuly, and Trade
Name Change to Harvest Foods, Ltd. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark,
Gadsby, Garber, and Poncelow. Nays: None.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
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Hearing on a New Application
for a Retail Liquor Store License
at Cherry Liquor, 415 Cherry Street
Secretary Rita Knoll stated the applicant is experiencing difficulty with
his construction plans and requested consideration of his application be
delayed.
Authority member Poncelow made a motion, seconded by Authority member
Cooper, to table consideration of the application for a retail liquor store
license at Cherry Liquor, 415 Cherry Street, to June 21. Yeas: Bullard,
Cooper, Denmark, Gadsby, Garber, and Poncelow. Nays: None.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
Police Report
Police Investigator Sandy Gibson brought to the Authority's attention a
letter received from Tom Pierce, who alleges that alcoholic beverages are
being allowed to leave the licensed premises at Washington's Bar and Grill.
She stated the Police Department will be conducting a surveillance at the
establishment as soon as possible. She noted that she went to the parking
lot across from the establishment last Saturday morning and examined the
debris in the area. She stated she could not connect any of the debris
directly to Washington's. Ms. Gibson noted this parking lot is used by
individuals who drink in their cars.
Other Business
Northern Dining and Bar Bazaar
Secretary Rita Knoll updated the Authority on the status of the brewery
application for the Northern Dining and Bar Bazaar. She stated the State
Liquor Enforcement Division had interviewed Mr. Starke and Mr. Starke now
understands that a transfer of ownership should be processed. She
indicated Mr. Starke will be filing applications for transfer of ownership,
modification of premises, and possibly a trade name change. She noted that
the brewery application has not yet been approved by the State.
Hearing Procedures
Assistant City Attorney John Duval pointed out hearing procedures drafted
for new applications and show cause hearings.
Following questions from the Authority, Mr. Duval indicated he would make
changes to the procedures based on the Authority's questions and comments
and would do further research into the procedures for show cause hearings.
It was noted that the hearing procedures would be brought back to the
Authority on June 21 for consideration and adoption.
May 24, 1989
Miscellaneous
Authority members expressed a desire to take action to enforce the
requirement to register managers.
Authority member Cooper made a motion, seconded by Authority member
Poncelow, individuals submitting a new application or application for
transfer of ownership be provided with specific information regarding the
requirement to register a manager within the specified time limit.
Following discussion, the vote on Authority member Cooper's motion was as
follows: Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, Gadsby, Garber, and Poncelow.
Nays: None.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
Adjournment
Authority member Cooper made a motion, seconded by Authority member Gadsby,
to adjourn. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Gadsby, Garber, and Poncelow. Nays:
None.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
The meeting was adjourned at approximately 8:15 p.m.
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