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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLiquor Licensing Authority - Minutes - 02/01/1989LIQUOR LICENSING AUTHORITY MINUTES Regular Meeting - February 1, 1989 6:32 p.m. A regular meeting of the Liquor Licensing Authority was held on Wednesday, February 1, 1989, in the Council Chambers of the Fort Collins Municipal Building. The following members were present: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Authority Members Absent: Gadsby, Poncelow, and Spaulding. Staff Members Present: Kathy Allin, City Attorney's Office Rita Knoll, City Clerk's Office Sandy Gibson, Police Department Consent Calendar This Calendar is intended to expedite the meeting and allow the Authority to spend its time and energy on the important items on a lengthy agenda. Anyone may request an item be "pulled" off the Consent Calendar and considered separately. Items pulled from the Consent Calendar will be considered separately immediately following adoption of the Consent Calendar. Items of extreme controversy will be discussed near the end of the meeting under Pulled Consent Items. 2. Consider approval of the minutes of the January 4 1989 regular meeting. Larimer County Pizza Hut, Inc., the 3.2% beer licensee for Pizza Hut Restaurant, 2631 South College, is reporting a change of corporate officers and directors. Beverly Reffner is replacing Sarah Winter as secretary and director of the corporation. A representative of Larimer County Pizza Hut, Inc. WILL NOT be present at this meeting. Authority member Cooper made a motion, seconded by Authority member Garber, to adopt and approve all items not removed from the Consent Calendar. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: None. THE MOTION CARRIED. i February 1, 1989 Show Cause Hearing for The Page, 181 North College James Corr, manager of The Page, was sworn. He stated the licensee did not dispute the charge that a violation occurred at the establishment. He explained the circumstances surrounding the violation. Authority member Cooper made a motion, seconded by Authority member Denmark, to find that a violation for serving to an individual under the age of 21 years did occur at The Page, 181 North College. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: None. THE MOTION CARRIED. Mr. Corr showed the Authority a manual used to train employees. (Secretary's Note: The manual was not admitted into evidence. The Police Department did not object to the Authority examining the manual.) He stated the employee who served the individual admitted she made an error. He stated the normal carding procedure at the establishment is to check identification for anyone who looks under the age of 30. Mr. Corr noted that the doorman was not on duty at the time J.J. Van Hook entered the establishment. In response to a question from the Authority, Mr. Corr stated there had been a violation at the establishment in September, 1988 for after hours consumption. Officer Ernie Tellez was sworn. He briefly described the compliance check that was conducted at The Page on November 12, 1988. He stated Christine Whalen was issued a summons for serving to an underage person. He stated the drink that was served to Mr. Van Hook was taken into evidence. J.J. Van Hook was sworn. He described the procedure used when asked for identification or age, noting that if asked his age he answers truthfully. He stated he did not recall being asked his age. Officer Tellez noted that in addition to the violation in September, there was a violation in 1983 for serving to an individual under the age of 21 years. Officer Tellez stated that employees of The Page have attended his training sessions in the past. Authority member Cooper made a motion, seconded by Authority member Garber, to levy a seven-day suspension, four days to be held in abeyance for one year and three days to be served consecutively within the next 30 days, and that the premises be posted. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, and Gadsby. Nays: None. THE MOTION CARRIED. Authority member Bullard informed Mr. Corr that an option exists to petition the Authority for a fine in lieu of suspension and noted that the details of that option could be obtained from the City Clerk's Office. -2- • February 1, 1989 Show Cause Hearing for The Junction, 518 West laurel Jack Vahrenwald, attorney representing the licensee for The Junction, stated there was no stipulation to the alleged violation. Police Investigator Sandy Gibson proceeded with the prosecution and called Brian Copeland as her first witness. Brian Copeland was sworn and stated his birthdate is December 22, 1969. In response to questions from Ms. Gibson, Mr. Copeland stated he and three companions went to The Junction on October 4, 1988 at approximately 9:30 or 10:00 p.m. He stated there was an individual at the door checking identification, who asked to see his ID. He noted he did not show a false identification. He stated he was served and consumed 2-3 beers and 2 drinks called a Dr. Pepper from Hell. He stated a Dr. Pepper from Hell contains beer, 151 proof Bacardi, and rootbeer schnapps. Mr. Copeland stated a waitress brought the drinks to the table and that she never asked to see an ID. He stated they were seated toward the middle of the establishment. Mr. Vahrenwald cross-examined Mr. Copeland. In response to Mr. Vahrenwald's questions, Mr. Copeland stated they entered the establishment with the intention of eating and therefore did not show identification. He stated they were seated in the restaurant portion of the establishment. He stated the waitress provided menus but that they did not order anything to eat. In response to questions from the Authority, Mr. Copeland stated he is 5'9" and weighs 190 pounds. He stated he is a sophomore at Colorado State University and a member of the CSU football team. He stated he consumed the drinks between 9:30 and 12:00 midnight. Rodney Bowman was sworn and stated his birthdate is August 26, 1968. In response to questions from Ms. Gibson, Mr. Bowman stated there was a person at the door checking ID's. He stated he did not show a false identification. He noted he consumed approximately 3 beers and 2 Dr. Peppers from Hell. He stated a waitress served them at the table and that she did not ask for identification. In response to questions from Mr. Vahrenwald, Mr. Bowman stated that although he was asked for an ID at the door, he did not show any identification. He stated they took seats in the dining area of the restaurant. He stated the incident took place on a Monday evening, October 24. In response to questions from the Authority, Mr. Bowman stated he is 519" and 175 pounds. He stated he was a junior at Colorado State University and a member of the football team. He stated no one asked him his age that evening. -3- 0 • February 1, 1989 Craig Jersild was sworn and stated his birthdate is October 13, 1968. In response to questions from Ms. Gibson, Mr. Jersild stated there was a doorman on duty at The Junction on October 4, and that the doorman asked for identification. He stated he did not show a false identification, but noted that he did have a false ID in his possession that evening. He stated he consumed approximately five drinks. He stated the waitress did not ask to see identification. In response to questions from Mr. Vahrenwald, Mr. Jersild stated that when he and the other individuals entered the restaurant they were asked for identification. He stated none of them produced identification and that they explained they were there to eat. He stated the incident occurred on a Monday night, after the CU/CSU football game. In response to questions from the Authority, Mr. Jersild stated he is 5110" and 175 pounds, and a CSU student and member of the football team. He stated he had never consumed drinks at The Junction prior to this incident. He stated a casual acquaintance of one of the individuals brought approximately two rounds of drinks to the table and that the four individuals involved never ordered food. He stated it was not their intention to go to The Junction to drink. In response to questions from Mr. Vahrenwald, Mr. Jersild stated that in addition to the drinks provided by the acquaintance, the group ordered drinks and charged them on Mr. Bowman's credit card. Dennis Erk was sworn and stated his birthdate is March 4, 1968. In response to questions from Ms. Gibson, Mr. Erk stated he and the other three individuals went to The Junction on October 4. He stated there was a person at the door checking identifications and that he was asked to produce identification. He stated he did not show a false identification even though he possessed one at the time. Mr. Erk stated he consumed approximately five drinks at The Junction. He stated a waitress served them drinks and that she did not ask for identification. In response to questions from Mr. Vahrenwald, Mr. Erk stated the incident occurred on a Monday night. He stated the group went to the establishment to eat and that an acquaintance of Mr. Copeland ordered drinks for them. He stated the acquaintance order two rounds of drinks and that the group later ordered additional drinks from the waitress. In response to questions from the Authority, Mr. Erk stated he is 5'10" and 180 pounds. He stated he is a CSU student and member of the football team. He stated the drinks purchased by the acquaintance were not brought to the table in a secretive manner. He stated he had never had drinks at The Junction prior to that evening. Mr. Vahrenwald pointed out that October 4 was a Tuesday and that all four individuals testified that the incident occurred on a Monday evening. Mr. Vahrenwald moved for dismissal of the charges with prejudice for failure to cite the proper information in the complaint. -4- 0 February 1, 1989 Ms. Gibson explained why October 4 actual violation occurred on October the criminal violation which folled during the early morning hours. was the date used. She stated the 3, but the reports in connection with the drinking were dated October 4 Assistant City Attorney Allin advised the Authority that they should consider whether the drinking carried over past midnight on October 3. She stated that if the Authority found that the drinking did not carry over to October 4 then the charge relating to October 4 would not be proven. Authority member Garber noted that the complaint read "on or about October 4". Authority member Garber made a motion, seconded by Authority member Cooper, to deny the motion for dismissal. Yeas: Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: Bullard. THE MOTION CARRIED. Eugene Christopher Wiggs was sworn and stated he was a doorman at The Junction on October 3, 1988. He stated he was responsible for checking identification at The Junction. He stated he worked from approximately 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. on October 3. Mr. Wiggs explained that the normal procedure at the establishment was to close the restaurant to eating at approximately 9:00 p.m., when the bar area of the establishment would fill up with people drinking. He noted that the establishment would also be closed to individuals under the age of 21 years. Mr. Wiggs stated he remembered the four individuals entering the establishment on October 3 and stated he was sure everyone who entered the establishment that evening was carded. In response to questions from Ms. Gibson, Mr. Wiggs stated he remembered the four individuals because he questioned the ID of one of the individuals. Mr. Wiggs stated he believed all four individuals had false identification and stated all four individuals were carded. In response to questions from the Authority, Mr. Wiggs stated that after the identification of one individual was questioned, it was decided the ID was valid and the individual was allowed into the establishment. He stated that he could not swear that the ID's of the other three individuals were checked although he was sure they were. He stated the individuals were let in and they were served drinks. He described the procedures for carding and allowing entrance into the establishment. In response to questions from Mr. Vahrenwald, Mr. Wiggs stated after he examined the identification of Mr. Erk, he was satisfied he was of age and that the identification was valid. He stated after the decision is made to close the establishment to those under 21, no one under the age of 21 is allowed in to eat. He stated he is no longer employed at The Junction. -5- • 0 February 1, 1989 Deb Teigen was sworn and stated she was employed as a cocktail waitress at The Junction on October 3, 1988. She stated she remembered the four individuals because she saw the article in the newspaper shortly thereafter about another incident they were involved in. She stated she did not check identification because she was confident they would not be allowed in the establishment if their identification was not sufficient. She admitted she did serve drinks to the four individuals. In response to questions from Ms. Gibson, Ms. Teigen stated she had seen a picture of the individuals in the Collegian and she specifically remembered them because one of the individuals had asked her out that evening. In response to questions from the Authority, Ms. Teigen stated the individuals came into the establishment at approximately 9:30 p.m. She described the carding procedures at the establishment. She stated Monday night is a popular night because of a $.50 draw special. She stated on that particular evening she was the only waitress on duty in the bar area. Ms. Teigen estimated that the group consumed three rounds of Dr. Peppers from Hell, and at least two trays of $.50 beers, each tray containing 10-12 beers. She stated that, in her opinion, the four individuals were not intoxicated when they left The Junction at approximately 12:00 or 12:30 a.m. Van Hallowell was sworn and stated he is the general manager at The Junction. He noted he was not the manager on October 3, 1988, adding that Jeff Miller was the manager at that time and is no longer employed by The Junction. Mr. Hallowell explained training procedures at the establishment and training procedures being implemented by the parent company. He stated $.50 draws are no longer offered on Monday nights at The Junction and that the size of the crowd is smaller on that night. He responded to questions from the Authority. In his closing statement, Mr. Vahrenwald recapped the testimony offered at this hearing. He stated that the testimony from the restaurant employees is clear that the individuals would not have gained entrance to the establishment without proper identification. He pointed out that the policies of the establishment were strict and the employees indicated that the policies were followed. He stated he believed the restaurant did everything that could be expected in trying to control the situation. He pointed out that reliance on a false identification is not grounds for suspension or reprimand by the Authority. Mr. Vahrenwald asked the Authority to find that the establishment was not at fault. Authority member Garber stated he had no reason to question the testimony from the four individuals regarding their identification, especially since they indicated that all criminal matters have been cleared up. He expressed concern about the number of drinks served these individuals and the manner in which they were served. 10 • 0 February 1, 1989 Authority member Denmark stated he did not believe that all four individuals had false identifications and expressed concern that they were allowed into the establishment. Authority member Cooper summarized the testimony offered and stated he was not sure that the carding procedures were followed that evening. He expressed concern that the waitress was not responsible for checking identifications. He stated he was concerned with the number of drinks that were served to the four individuals that evening. Authority member Bullard stated although he believed there were mistakes made at the establishment that evening, he was not sure there was a preponderance of evidence with respect to proof that a violation occurred. He stated he believed the evidence was questionable on both sides and stated he was not convinced that two of the individuals did not show false ID's. Assistant City Attorney Kathy Allin pointed out that any evidence offered by Mr. Vahrenwald should not be taken into consideration because he was not sworn as a witness. She stated that if the Authority concludes that there were four false identifications used, then the Authority could not find a violation or levy a suspension or revocation. Authority member Garber made a motion, seconded by Authority member Cooper, to find that a violation for serving to an individual under the age of 21 years did occur at The Junction, 518 West Laurel. Yeas: Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: Bullard. THE MOTION CARRIED. Mr. Vahrenwald pointed out that The Junction has a good training program. He stated the $.50 draw night has been eliminated. He asked the Authority to consider that The Junction has a good record with regard to violations. Secretary Rita Knoll advised the Authority that there was a violation for selling to an individual under the age of 21 years at the establishment, when it was doing business as Clover's, in June 1985, which prompted a 1-day suspension. She pointed out that the license for Clover's was held by the partnership of Frank Day and Arthur Wong, who are now president and vice-president of Fort Collins Junction, Inc., the current licensee. Authority member Bullard stated he had mixed feelings about this incident and expressed concern about the way things were handled that night. Authority member Cooper stated that although there was no doubt in his mind that a violation did occur, he had doubts about the balance of responsibility between the two sides. He stated he did not believe a strong suspension would accomplish much and noted he believed there were mitigating circumstances. -7- • • February 1, 1989 Authority member Garber stated he believed the establishment made a drastic error, noting he believed this incident to be a very serious violation. Authority member Garber made a motion to levy a 10-day suspension without any option for paying a fine in lieu of suspension. Assistant City Attorney Kathy Allin advised the Authority that State Statute gives the licensee the right to request permission to pay a fine in lieu of suspension. It was noted that the Authority has sole discretion in granting or denying the request. Authority member Garber amended his motion to levy a 15-day suspension. THE MOTION DIED DUE TO LACK OF A SECOND. Authority member Cooper made a motion, seconded by Authority member Garber, to levy a 4-day suspension to be served consecutively on a Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday within the next 30 days. Authority member Denmark mentioned the special location The Junction has next to CSU. Authority member Bullard stated he was concerned about the severity of the sanction in light of the testimony by the prosecution's witnesses. Authority member Garber stated he did not believe the licensee exercised due care in the dispensing of liquor. The vote on Authority member Cooper's motion was as follows: Yeas: Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: Bullard. THE MOTION CARRIED. Authority member Bullard advised the licensee of the option to apply for permission to pay a fine in lieu of suspension and noted that the City Clerk's office could provide details. of Change of Manager for Therese Davis, manager, responded to questions from the Authority. She spoke of her experience with alcoholic beverage sales and stated she had never been personally involved in a liquor law violation. She described the training procedures and written policies provided to employees. Authority member Garber made a motion, seconded by Authority member Cooper, to approve Therese Davis as manager of Schrader's Country Store #410, 830 South College. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: None. THE MOTION CARRIED. LnJ • February 1, 1989 Report of Change of Manager for Schrader's Country Store #420. 1517 South Lemav Shirley Padilla, manager, spoke of her experience with alcoholic beverage sales and stated she is familiar with the liquor laws. Authority member Garber expressed concern about employees receiving a commission from the sale of alcoholic beverages. Authority member Garber made a motion, seconded by Authority member Cooper, to approve Shirley Padilla as manager of Schrader's Country Store #420, 1517 South Lemay. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: None. THE MOTION CARRIED. Report of Change of Manager for Mini Mart #858. 1801 North College Michael Murray, manager, stated although he managed a Mini Mart store in Wyoming, that store did not sell alcoholic beverages. He stated he and his employees had attended one of Officer Tellez's liquor training classes. He spoke of the manual and video tape used to train all employees. He stated he has not personally been involved with any liquor law violations. Authority member Garber made a motion, seconded by Authority member Denmark, to approve Michael Murray as manager of Mini Mart #858, 1801 North College. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: None. THE MOTION CARRIED. Registration of Michael Ledbetter as Manager of Fort Ram, 450 North Linden Michael Ledbetter, manager, stated he worked as a manager at an operation similar to Fort Ran in California. He indicated he had previously worked for Fort Ram. He spoke of his experience with the sale of alcoholic beverages and noted he had not personally been involved with a violation of the liquor laws. Mr. Ledbetter stated he is familiar with the Colorado liquor code. He noted the operation of the establishment would remain the same. Authority member Garber made a motion, seconded by Authority member Cooper, to approve the registration of Michael Ledbetter and manager of Fort Ram, 450 North Linden. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: None. THE MOTION CARRIED. In February 1, 1989 Request from William Starke, dba Northern Dining and Bar Bazaar, 172 North College, to Change. Alter, or Modify Premises William Starke, hotel -restaurant licensee for Northern Dining and Bar Bazaar, stated he was requesting permission to expand the licensed premises into the area previously occupied by the Northern Pharmacy. He noted he owns the entire building, including the pharmacy area. He stated the pharmacy area contains approximately 2400 square feet. Mr. Starke approached the Authority and showed detail floor plans for the expansion. He explained that the additional area would be used for restaurant seating. He estimated that the seating would increase by approximately 20%. Authority member Cooper made a motion, seconded by Authority member Denmark, to find that the expansion of the licensed premises for Northern Dining and Bar Bazaar is not substantial. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: None. THE MOTION CARRIED. Final Hearing on a New Application for a Retail Liquor Store License at Mulberry Liguors, 460 South College Space F Karla Shands, applicant, was sworn and stated she believed there was a need for a grocery store/liquor store combination in the downtown area and this location next to the new Safeway store would provide that. She stated the anticipated opening would be the beginning of May. She indicated she had no prior liquor -related employment, but noted that she has taken measures to familiarize herself with the liquor laws. She stated she is working temporarily at Saddle Up Liquors and will also work at Cottonwood Liquors. She stated she hired a consultant to help with space planning, equipment acquisition, and ordering of initial stock. Ms. Shands stated she would hire part-time employees and that she would work full-time and would manage the establishment. She stated she would establish a policy of checking the identification of anyone who appeared to be under the age of 30. She indicated she had attended one of Officer Tellez's training classes and intended to require her employees to attend a session. Ms. Shands pointed out that the drawing submitted to the Authority just prior to the meeting showed a more detailed floor plan and also included an expansion at one end of the establishment to provide additional storage. Eileen Swiers, Market Service Associates, was sworn. Applicant's Exhibits A through G were accepted into evidence and identified as summary report of the petitioning process, a map showing the designated neighborhood, and petitions circulated on behalf of the application. Ms. Swiers described the petitioning process and stated they obtained 228 signatures in favor of the application, representing 81% in support of issuance of the license. She noted the results were very favorable. -10- • 0 February 1, 1989 Authority member Bullard pointed out that a letter in opposition to the license had been received. Bob McGowan was sworn and stated he is a business owner within the designated neighborhood. He spoke in favor of the application, stating he believed the location next to the grocery store was very desirable. Lynne Soraci, neighborhood resident, was sworn. She spoke of her association with Ms. Shands, noting Ms. Shands integrity. She spoke in favor of the location of the establishment. Authority member Garber made a motion, seconded by Authority member Cooper, to adopt Resolution 89-04 approving the application for a retail liquor store license at 460 South College, Space F, dba Mulberry Liquors. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: None. THE MOTION CARRIED. Final Hearing on a New Application for a 3.2% Beer License at Vicker's 1l2369, 803 Riverside John Stonebreaker, attorney representing the applicant, called Max Scott. Max Scott, owner of Oedipus, Inc., was sworn. He described the petitioning process and the results of the petitioning on behalf of this application. He stated 106 individuals, or 81%, signed in favor of the application. Applicant's Exhibits A through C were admitted into evidence and identified as a summary report and petitions circulated on behalf of the application. Louis Auerbach, regional merchandise manager for Total Petroleum, was sworn and stated as regional manager he is responsible for all inside sales at the service stations, including the sale of 3.2% beer. He stated Metro Oil Company, which is a subsidiary of Total Petroleum, holds three other 3.2% beer licenses in Fort Collins. He stated there have been no incidents of liquor violations at those locations, and noted no violations at any of the 41 stores owned by Metro Oil Company. Mr. Auerbach described the training program for employees regarding the sale of alcoholic beverages. Applicant's Exhibits D and E were admitted into evidence and identified as a summary of training materials and the 1987 Annual Report for Total Petroleum. Secretary Rita Knoll pointed out that two letters had been received in opposition to the application. -11- • • February 1, 1989 Authority member Cooper made a motion, seconded by Authority member Garber, to adopt Resolution 89-05 approving the application for a 3.2% beer license at 803 Riverside, dba Vicker's #2369. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: None. THE MOTION CARRIED. Report of Manager for Vicker's #2369. 803 Riverside Tonya Cook, manager, stated she had prior experience managing other stores for Total Petroleum. She stated she managed a store which sold alcohol for approximately seven months. Ms. Cook stated she believed she had a good working knowledge of the liquor laws. Authority member Garber made a motion, seconded by Authority member Denmark, to approve Tonya Cook as manager of Vicker's #2369, 803 Riverside. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: None. THE MOTION CARRIED. Registration of Mary Brown as Manager of Meatballs. 2900 Harvard Mary Brown, manager, spoke of her background with the sale and service of alcoholic beverages. She stated there would be no changes to the operation of the establishment as a result of her taking over as manager. Authority member Denmark made a motion, seconded by Authority member Cooper, to approve the registration of Mary Brown as manager of Meatballs, 2900 Harvard. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: None. THE MOTION CARRIED. Report of Change of Corporate Structure for Meatballs. Inc.. dba Meatballs. 2900 Harvard Chris Brown, president of Meatballs, Inc., responded to questions from the Authority. Authority member Garber made a motion, seconded by Authority member Denmark, to accept the reported change of corporate structure for Meatballs, Inc., dba Meatballs, 2900 Harvard. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: None. THE MOTION CARRIED. -12- • February 1, 1989 Final Hearing on a Change of Location for Meatballs, from 2900 Harvard to 344 East Foothills Parkway, Suite iW Chris Brown, owner, was sworn. Applicant's Exhibits A through C were admitted into evidence and identified as petitions circulated on behalf of the application. He stated approximately 150 individuals signed in favor of the change of location. Mr. Brown approached the Authority and showed the floor plan at the new location. He described the establishment's policies on checking identification and stated there has never been a violation at the establishment. Authority member Garber made a motion, seconded by Authority member Denmark, to adopt Resolution 89-06 approving the change of location for Meatballs from 2900 Harvard to 344 East Foothills Parkway, Suite 1W. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: None. THE MOTION CARRIED. Other Business Secretary Rita Knoll pointed out that a revised version of the proposed Ordinance amending the alcoholic beverages chapter of the City Code had been provided to the Authority. She highlighted the major provisions of the Ordinance. She and Assistant City Attorney Kathy Allin responded to questions from the Authority. Authority member Cooper made a motion, seconded by Authority member Denmark, to recommend City Council adoption of the proposed Ordinance amending the alcoholic beverages chapter of the City Code. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: None. THE MOTION CARRIED. Authority member Cooper made a motion, seconded by Authority member Garber, to adopt the bylaws of the Liquor Licensing Authority as drafted. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: None. THE MOTION CARRIED. Secretary Rita Knoll stated the bylaws would be forwarded to members of the City Council for their information. Authority member Cooper questioned whether the training sessions conducted by Officer Tellez are sponsored by the Police Department or by Officer Tellez individually. Secretary Rita Knoll stated the classes are sponsored by the Police Department and that the only compensation received by Officer Tellez is his normal salary. -13- • February 1, 1989 Authority members discussed the pending lawsuit filed on behalf of Archer's. Assistant City Attorney Kathy Allin advised the Authority of the scope and status of the suit. Adjournment Authority member Cooper made a motion, seconded by Authority member Garber, to adjourn. Yeas: Bullard, Cooper, Denmark, and Garber. Nays: None. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting was adjourned at approximately 10:30 p.m. 1 Ch +r erson Secretary -14-