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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLiquor Licensing Authority - Minutes - 09/14/1983• 0 LIQUOR LICENSING AUTHORITY Regular Meeting - September 14, 1983 7:30 P.M. A regular meeting of the Liquor Licensing Authority was held on Wednesday, September 14, 1983, in the Council Chambers of the City of Fort Collins Municipal Building. Roll call was answered by the following members: Acott, Long, Monaghan, Sheahan, Veazie and Wilson. (Secretary's Note: Authority member Veazie arrived approximately 7:40 p.m.) Authority members Absent: Bujack Staff Members Present: Debbie Caster, City Clerk's Office Kathy Allin, City Attorney's Office Frank Russell, Police Department Minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 17, 1983, and the Special Meeting of August 29, 1983, Approved as Published Authority member Long made a motion, seconded by Authority member Monaghan, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of August 17, 1983, and the special meeting of August 29, 1983, as published. (Secretary's Note: Authority member Acott abstained from voting on the August 29 special meeting minutes). The Chairperson put the motion with the following votes: Yeas: Long, Monaghan, Sheahan, Veazie and Wilson. Nays: None. Abstain: Acott. Special Events Permit Fort Town, September 24, 1983 Ms. Jane Van Velson, events manager, stated Fort Town is sponsoring an International Festival on September 24, 1983, in conjunction with the CSU International Poster Exhibition. She explained that several clubs and organizations throughout the community will participate. Craft booths, food, beer and dancing will be provided. Ms. Van Velson stated the event will take place at the Oak Street Plaza from 12 noon to 8 p.m. She noted that the area will be roped off for security reasons. It was also noted that there will be three people on duty at all times who will be respon- sible for checking ID's, stamping hands, etc. Ms. Van Velson stated ID's will be requested of those eo le 1 oki d p p o ng un er the age of 18. -2- September 14, 1983 Authority member Monaghan made a motion, seconded by Authority member Long, to approve the special events permit for Fort Town on September 24, 1983, from 12 noon to 8 p.m. Yeas: Acott, Long, Monaghan, Sheahan and Wilson. Nays: None. Transfer of Ownership Spring Creek Liquors, 1005 West Stuart #A-3 Ms. Shirley David, 614 Miller Drive, Fort Collins, Colorado, was sworn and spoke briefly of her background. Ms. David stated she has had no prior experience in the retail liquor business. She stated she will be the owner/manager of the store and noted that her hours will run from 9 a.m. to approximately 7 p.m. Ms. David stated male employees will run the store during the evening .hours until closing. In response to a question by the Board, Ms. David stated she is familiar with the Colorado Liquor Laws. With regard to training, Ms. David explained that she will be keeping employees who have worked at the store and who are already trained. She noted that anyone looking under the age of 35 years will be checked for an ID. Authority member Long made a motion, seconded by Authority member Acott, to approve the transfer of ownership from Elizabeth to Shirley A. David, 1005 West Stuart #A-3. Yeas: Acott, Long, Monaghan, Sheahan, and Wilson. Nays: None. Abstain: Veazie. Preliminary Hearing for a Hotel -Restaurant License for Scoreboard Bar and Grill, 2160 West Drake Road At the request of Bill Edmiston, owner, the application for a hotel - restaurant license at Scoreboard Bar and Grill, 2160 West Drake Road, has been withdrawn. Final Hearing for a 3.2% Fermented Malt Beverage (Class A) License for Buffie's, 524 West Laurel Mr. Michael Chapleau, was sworn, and stated he is the president of Buf- fie's, Inc., who is the applicant for the 3.2% license. Mr. Chapleau stated he is proposing to open a speciality sandwich shop located at 524 West Laurel Street. He stated he would like to obtain the beer license for on premise consumption only. Mr. Chapleau explained that the building will be known as Laurel Street Station and that it will have other uses, such as -3- September 14, 1983 a dry cleaning store, beauty parlor, office space, etc. He stated Buffie's will provide seating for approximately 50 people. He noted that there will be a small outdoor deck. The restaurant is scheduled to open mid to late October. Mr. Chapleau stated the restaurant will be open seven days a week. At midnight, he stated the restaurant will close but carry- out will be available from a walk-up window until 2 a.m. He noted that no beer will be allowed to be carried out after midnight. In response to a question by the Board, Mr. Chapleau explained that the deck area will be enclosed by a rail 5 feet above ground. He stated that if there is a problem with drinks being passed over the rail, additional rails will be added on top of the existing rail. He stated that it will be the responsibility of the waitresses to supervise the deck area. Mr. Chapleau submitted Applicant's Exhibit 1, which was identified as petitions circulated among residential and business areas within the defined neighborhood. Mr. Chapleau stated the petitions were circulated by his assistant. He stated approximately 250 signatures were received. He explained that very few people refused to sign the petitions. Mr. Chapleau stated those people refused to sign for religious reasons. Mr. Chapleau stated he will employ approximately 22 employees, the ma- jority of which will be part-time students. He stated he and his assistant will be responsible for training all employees. He explained that each employee will be provided a service manual which will explain all policies, as well as the Colorado Beer Laws. Mr. Chapleau noted that he has not yet been able to obtain the Colorado Beer Code but will be receiving one in the near future. He assured the Authority that he will familiarize himself with the laws. In closing, Mr. Chapleau stated he had a restaurant opera- tion in Indiana and never received a violation. Authority member Monaghan made a motion, seconded by Authority member Long, to approve the 3.2% fermented malt beverage license, Class A, to Buffie's, Inc., dba Buffie's, 524 West Laurel. Yeas: Acott, Long, Monaghan, Sheahan, Veazie and Wilson. Nays: None. Final Resolution on a 3.2% Fermented Malt Beverage (Class A) License for Buffie's, 524 West Laurel The Resolution was read by title only. Authority member Long made a motion, seconded by Authority member Monaghan, to adopt the Resolution as presented. Yeas: Acott, Long, Monaghan, Sheahan, Veazie and Wilson. Nays: None. -4- September 14, 1983 Final Hearing for a Beer and Wine License for Joe's Fireside Cafe, 311 South College Avenue The Resolution outlining the results of the preliminary hearing was read by title only. Authority member Long made a motion, seconded by Authority member Acott, to adopt the Resolution as presented: Yeas: Acott, Long, Monaghan, Sheahan, Veazie, and Wilson. Nays: None. Mr. Joseph Ierisi was sworn and stated he is the owner of Joe's Fireside Cafe. He stated he is open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hours are from 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. He noted that the seating capacity is approximately 44. Mr. Ierisi stated his business caters primarily to the downtown business community and residents in the immediate neighborhood. He pointed out that there is only one other beer and wine license located in the defined neighborhood area. Mr. Ierisi stated he has applied for a beer and wine license because he feels it will complement his menu. Mr. Ierisi stated he has approximately 15 years experience in the restaurant business. He noted that his waitresses are experienced and are all over the age of 21 years. He also noted that drinks will be served with meals and that he does not intend to run a bar. Mr. Ierisi submitted Applicant's Exhibit 1 which was identified as peti- tions circulated on behalf of the application. Applicant's Exhibit 2 was submitted and identified as a receipt from Gibson's Heating and Air Condi- tioning to prove that improvements have been made to the hood exhaust system as required by the Fire Department. Mr. Ierisi noted that the majority of people contacted favored the granting of the license. He noted that six to ten people declined to sign the petition for religious reasons. He stated the individuals who circulated the petitions received signatures from the neighborhood as well as from customers in the restaurant. It was noted that approximately 326 were received in the restaurant and 200 from the neighborhood area. Mr. Ierisi stated he has had difficulty in obtaining the Colorado Liquor Code from the State. He stated he expects to receive one soon and that he will familiarize himself and his employees with the laws. Mr. Ierisi stated he intends to obtain an ID Guide booklet to assist employees in checking for ID's. Authority member Long stated he is concerned with the fact that the ma- jority of signatures were received in the restaurant, as opposed to residents in the neighborhood. -5- September 14, 1983 Authority member Acott made a motion, seconded by Authority member Mon- aghan, to approve the beer and wine license for Joe's Fireside Cafe, 311 South College Avenue. Yeas: Acott, Monaghan, Sheahan, Veazie and Wilson. Nays: Long. Final Resolution on a Beer and Wine License for Joe's Fireside Cafe, 311 South College Avenue The Resolution was read by title only. Authority member Long made a motion, seconded by Authority member Monaghan, to adopt the Resolution as presented. Yeas: Acott, Long, Monaghan, Shea- han, Veazie and Wilson. Nays: Nono. Final Hearing for a Retail Liquor Store License for Ace Liquors, 238 East Mountain Avenue The Resolution outlining the results of the preliminary hearing was read by title only. Authority member Long made a motion, seconded by Authority member Veazie, to adopt the Resolution as presented: Yeas: Acott, Long, Monaghan, Sheahan, Veazie, and Wilson. Nays: None. Mr. David Power, attorney representing the applicant, stated that Mr. Sea is the current manager of Ace Liquors and is applying for the transfer of ownership. He explained that the liquor store will be moving down the block, therefore Mr. Seo is also applying for the transfer of location. Mr. Young Weon Seo, general manager, was sworn and spoke briefly of his background. Mr. Seo stated he worked for 2 years in his brother's liquor store in Baltimore, MD. He stated his duties included stocking shelves and checking ID's. Mr. Seo stated his current duties at Ace Liquors include inventory, ordering, stocking shelves and checking for ID's. He stated the owner, Mr. Bryan Lee, is not actively involved in the day-to-day operation. It was noted that there will be no changes in operation if the license is transferred. Applicant's Exhibit 1A was submitted and identified as petitions signed by residents, business establishments and customers of the store. Mr. Seo stated he personally circulated the petitions. He stated some people refused to sign the petitions. -6- September 14, 1983 Ms. Kathy Allin, Assistant City Attorney, stated that the petitions contain incomplete signatures. In addition, she noted that some pages have been notarized but do not indicate the person who circulated the petitions. Ms. Allin also pointed out that blank petitions have been signed by Mr. Seo and notarized. Ms. Allin suggested that the Authority disregard all of the pages which are incomplete or not in proper form. Mr. Seo stated that approximately 2 months ago a violation occurred at Ace Liquors involving a sale to a minor. He stated he and his wife have taken a seminar in Denver which covered the liquor laws and the process for checking ID's. Mr. Seo also indicated that notices have been posted in the store to help remind employees to check for ID's. It was noted that he will employ his wife and one other person. Applicants Exhibit 1B was submitted and identified as a summary of the petitions previously submitted. Applicants Exhibit 2 was submitted and identified as a letter from Eugene Mitchell in support of the change in location. Mr. Power stated he feels it has been shown that there is adequate need for the license to be located at 238 East Mountain Avenue. The Authority stated their concern with the difficulty Mr. Seo has in communicating in the English language. In response to a question from the Authority, Mr. Seo stated some people refused to sign the petition because they dislike signing petitions of any kind. He stated that no one ever stated they objected to the store moving from 200 East Mountain to 238 East Mountain. Mr. Seo stated that when he is checking for ID's, he will often request someone's signature to compare it against the signature on the driver's license. Authority member Acott noted that out of 350 signatures, only 58 were from the neighborhood area. She stated she feels the percentage of people notified in the residential area is too small. Authority member Long concurred. Mr. David Power was sworn in order to give testimony regarding a letter from Mr. Eugene Mitchell submitted as Applicant's Exhibit 2. Mr. Power stated Mr. Bryan Lee (current owner) subleases the premises known as Ace Liquors, 200 East Mountain, from Vincent Chung, who leases the building from Eugene Mitchell. Mr. Power stated Mr. Chung has no financial interest in the business. Mr. Power explained how Mr. Seo is financing the purchase of Ace Liquors. Mr. Herbert Schaal, Vice President of EDAW, Inc., stated his office is located at 240 East Mountain Avenue and will be neighbors to Ace Liquors. Mr. Schaal addressed his concerns dealing with parking, employee safety, public spaces and rear access. • -7- September 14, 1983 Chairperson Wilson explained that the Liquor Licensing Authority has to base their decision on needs and desires of the neighborhood and can only consider opposition with respect to the needs and desires of the neighbor- hood. Mr. Schaal stated his concerns do not address needs and desires of the neighborhood. Authority member Acott stated she feels neither the needs or desires of the inhabitants in the neighborhood have been property evidenced. She stated she feels more evidence is needed from the residents of the neighborhood. Authority member Long concurred. Authority member Long made a motion to deny the license on the basis that the petitions do not adequately show that the needs are not currently being met. Authority member Monaghan seconded the motion for the purposes of discussion. Authority member Monaghan stated he is concerned with the validity of the signatures. He stated he feels the needs of the neighborhood have not been made clear. Mr. Monaghan went on to say that he is very concerned with the ability of Mr. Seo to converse in the English language. Authority member Long stated that in the past, emphasis has always been placed on the input from the residents of the neighborhood. He stated he does not feel it has been shown that the residents of the neighborhood have been adequately surveyed. Authority member Wilson stated she is not satisfied with the canvas of the neighborhood. Authority member Veazie stated his concern with the signatures and the language barrier. The motion was put to vote as follows: Yeas: Acott, Long and Wilson. Nays: Monaghan, Sheahan and Veazie. The motion failed. Authority member Monaghan made a motion, seconded by Authority member Sheahan, to table the hearing to October 12, 1983, in order to have the applicant repetition the neighborhood. Yeas: Acott, Monaghan, Sheahan and Veazie. Nays: Long and Wilson. -8- September 14, 1983 Final Resolution on a Retail Liquor Store License for Ace Liquors, 238 East Mountain Avenue Authority member Veazie made a motion, seconded by Authority member Long, to table the final Resolution to October 12, 1983. Yeas: Acott, Long, Monaghan, Sheahan, Veazie and Wilson. Final Hearing for a Tavern License for Sagebrush Bar and Restaurant, 934 Lemay Avenue The Resolution outlining the results of the preliminary hearing was read by title only. Authority member Long made a motion, to adopt the Resolution as presented. han, Veazie, and Wilson. Nays: None. seconded by Authority member Veazie, Yeas: Acott, Long, Monaghan, Shea - Mr. Doug Konkel, attorney representing the applicant, explained that Sagebrush Bar and Restaurant is comprised of two partners, Mr. John Carlsen and Mr. William LeNorreys. Mr. Konkel presented Applicant's Exhibits 1 and 2. Applicant's Exhibit 1 was identified as petitions circulated on behalf of the application. Applicant's Exhibit 2 was identified as the Employee Handbook for Sagebrush Bar and Restaurant. Assistant City Attorney Kathy Allin stated that one page of petitions (page 31) has been signed by the circulator but that signature is not notarized. Mr. Konkel called Ms. Mary Burns to the stand. Ms. Burns was sworn and stated she circulated the page in question (page 31). She stated she personally witnessed each signature listed on page 31. Mr. Konkel called Mr. John Carlsen to the stand. Mr. John Carlsen, general partner, was sworn and stated he participated in the petitioning process. Mr. Carlsen stated the majority of people contacted were in favor of the Tavern license. He explained the area which was covered by petition circulators. He stated 525 residents, 88 business people, and 60 customers signed in favor of the license. A total of 122 people signed opposing the license. Mr. Carlsen pointed out that no one stated they object to the license being issued. Mr. Carlsen stated 83% of the neighborhood canvassed favored the issuance of the license. Mr. Carlsen also pointed out that no other Tavern licenses exist in the defined neighborhood area. -9- September 14, 1983 In response to a question by the Board, Mr. Carlsen stated that the dif- ference between a Tavern and Hotel -Restaurant license was not explained at length. He noted that no one specifically questioned the difference between the two types of licenses. Mr. Carlsen stated he and his partner decided to apply for a Tavern license on the basis that they were not sure they could meet the 25% food requirement. He went on to say that all establishments that have been licensed at 934 Lemay in the past have held Hotel -Restaurant licenses and have gone under. He noted that the res- taurant is currently open for non-alcoholic drinks only. Mr. Konkel stated he feels the petitions meet the requirements in that it specifically states the applicants are applying for a Tavern license. Mr. Konkel stated he does not feel anyone was mislead. Mr. Carlsen spoke briefly of his background. He then spoke of the Employee Handbook and training policies. Mr. Carlsen stated he will be responsible for the training of employees. He noted that his partner will assist in the training. He explained that each employee will be provided a handbook to study. After each employee has read the manual, he stated he will review the manual with them. He added that he will follow up with con- tinual supervision. Mr. Carlsen pointed out that the manual contains a section on their ID checking policy. He explained that ID's will be required at the door and if any waitress or bartender questions anyone's age, they, too, will check for an ID. Mr. Carlsen spoke briefly of the menu. He stated they will be catering primarily to the lunch crowd and only offering a small dinner menu. At 8:00 p.m., music and dancing will be provided. Mr. Carlsen spoke briefly of the floor plan. He stated a patio will be located on the south and west side of the building. It was noted that the only access to and from the south patio is through the restaurant. Mr. Carlsen stated either he or his partner will be on the premises at all times. Mr. William LeNorreys, was sworn and spoke of his background. Mr. LeNor- reys stated he circulated petitions primarily among the businesses within the area. He stated he was never once questioned about the difference between a Tavern and Hotel -Restaurant license. Mr. LeNorreys stated that the response from the neighborhood was favorable. He noted many were excited to have the restaurant re -open for lunchtime. He stated the restaurant will cater to the middle class. Mr. LeNorreys spoke of the extensive renovation they have done to the building. Mr. LeNorreys stated that no one would be able to pass drinks over the patio area or exit without going through the restaurant. In response to a question by the Board, Mr. LeNorreys stated approximately 10% of the people he contacted refused to sign the petition. Those who refused to sign gave religious reasons or stated that liquor licenses encourage people to drink. Mr. -10- September 14, 1983 LeNorreys stated the City and State liquor codes will be kept behind the bar for employee reference. He explained that music will be provided during the evening hours. A juke box is being purchased but Mr. LeNorreys noted that a disc jockey will work weekend nights. He stated there will be no live bands. In closing, Mr. LeNorreys stated he feels the business will cater to a cross-section of the neighborhood and past patrons of the establishment. Dr. Pete Standard was sworn and stated he owns a medical practice within the neighborhood area located at 1120 Elizabeth. Mr. Standard objected to the fact that he was never approached to sign the petition. He stated he is concerned with how the petitions were circulated. Mr. LeNorreys stated he circulated the petitions among the businesses in the neighborhood. He noted that it was a very random survey. Mr. Le- Norreys stated he did not survey to the east, which is where Dr. Standard's office is located. Dr. Nelson Bachus was sworn and stated he owns a medical office located at 1080 East Elizabeth. Dr. Bachus stated he is concerned with the fact that the neighborhood is confused about the difference between a Tavern license and a Hotel -Restaurant license. He objected to the fact that the estab- lishment will not be re -opening as the Old Sagebrush but that it will probably be run as a disco. On that basis, Dr. Bachus stated he objects to the Tavern license. Ms. Kathy Nimetz, 1509 Emigh, was sworn and stated she did not sign the petition on the basis that the establishment will be a disco bar. She also stated that when she was approached to sign the petition, it was stated by the circulator that they are re -opening the old Sagebrush. Ms. Nimetz stated that she feels this was misrepresented because the old Sagebrush was not a disco. Ms. Nimitz suggested that the neighborhood be resurveyed with the petition stating exactly the type of establishment that will be open- ing. Mr. Doug Konkel called Ms. Loretta Ryan to the stand. Ms. Ryan was sworn and stated she was the circulator of the petition who approached Ms. Nimetz. She explained how she presented the petitions. Ms. Ryan stated that she does not specifically recall stating that the old Sagebrush will be re -opening. Mr. Doug Konkel called Ms. Burns to the stand. Ms. Mary Burns was sworn and stated she also circulated petitions among the neighborhood. Ms. Burns explained the manner in which she presented petitions to the residents. Mr. Karen Hancock, 1416 Emigh, was sworn and stated she signed the petition but would like to have her signature removed from the petition on the basis -11- September 14, 1983 that she feels she was misled by the statement that the old Sagebrush will be re -opening. Ms. Hancock stated at the time she did not know the difference between a Tavern and a Hotel -Restaurant license. She stated she has children and that they will be attracted to a dancing -type facility. Ms. Elaine Burke, resident of the defined neighborhood area, was sworn and spoke of her concern with the patio. She noted she has a 16 year old who could be tempted to enter through the patio. She also stated that kids will be attracted to a disco establishment. Ms. Burke also stated that when she was approached to sign the petition she was told the old Sagebrush is re -opening. In closing, Ms. Burke stated she, too, would like her signature removed from the petition. Ms. Joan Yust, 1301 Patton, was sworn and stated she would not have signed the petition had shz known it was going to be a Tavern. She also stated the circulator of the petition stated the old Sagebrush is re -opening. Ms. Jan Meyer, resident of the defined neighborhood area, was sworn and stated she signed the petition not knowing the difference between a Tavern and a Hotel -Restaurant license. She added that she feels she was misled. Dr. Standard asked what type of dancing will be provided. Mr. LeNorreys stated there will be a dance floor provided but it is not the intent to have a disco. He stated the dancing is not the major function of the establishment. He explained that they will feature a variety of music such as country -western and disco. He pointed out that each type of music will attract a different crowd. Mr. LeNorreys went on to say that it was not known to himself or his partner that the establishment used to be called Sagebrush until the petitioning had started. Mr. LeNorreys stated it is not their intent to mislead people into thinking it will be run as the old Sagebrush. He addressed the patio issue stating that the present patio is totally enclosed and that entrance can be gained only through entering the front door. He stated when the other patio is completed it will have a 6-8 foot fence surrounding the patio. He assured the Authority that adequate measures will be taken to prevent someone from entering the patio other than through the front door. Ms. Dwain Reuter, 1518 Patton, was sworn and asked if it would be possible to resurvey the neighborhood which would include an explanation of the difference between a Tavern and a Hotel -Restaurant license. Mr. Konkel explained the difference between a Tavern and a Hotel -Restaurant license. He stated he does not feel the people of the neighborhood would feel any differently knowing the differences between a Tavern and a Hotel - Restaurant license because there is very little difference. He added that dancing would be allowed with a Hotel -Restaurant license. -12- September 14, 1983 Chairperson Wilson asked of those people opposing the license whether they object to the Tavern or whether they object to not being given a full explanation. Ms. Karen Hancock stated she is opposed to a Tavern license, as well as not receiving a full explanation. Dr. Standard stated he is concerned with the fact that a part of the neighborhood, specifically the east part, was not informed and have not had an opportunity to state their feelings. Dr. Bachus stated he is opposed to a Tavern license. Authority member Monaghan made a motion to table the hearing to October 12, 1983, to require time for a reassessment of the neighborhood area. He stated he feels further clarification of the needs of the neighborhood are needed prior to making a decision. He stated the needs do not have to be determined by petitions. As -a suggestion, Mr. Monaghan stated neighborhood meetings could be held. Authority member Veazie seconded the motion. Authority member Wilson stated she feels it will be to the advantage of the applicant to clear up some of the confusion the neighbors have. The motion was put to vote as follows: Yeas: Acott, Long, Monaghan, Shea- han, Veazie and Wilson. Nays: None. Authority member Veazie suggested that the applicant canvas the east side of their defined neighborhood area. He stated he feels the applicant should avoid stating the old Sagebrush is re -opening. Chairperson Wilson thanked the neighborhood for attending the meeting. Final Resolution on a Tavern License for Sagebrush Bar and Restaurant, 934 Lemay Avenue Authority member Long made a motion, seconded by Authority member Veazie, to table the Final Resolution to October 12, 1983. Yeas: Acott, Long, Monaghan, Sheahan, Veazie and Wilson. Nays: None. Final Hearing for a Beer and Wine License for Chef Wang's Chinese Restaurant, 3640 South Mason, Unit 12 At the request of the applicant, Authority member Veazie made a motion, seconded by Authority member Long, to table the final hearing for Chef -13- September 14, 1983 Wang's Chinese Restaurant to October 12, 1983. Yeas: Acott, Long, Mon- aghan, Sheahan, Veazie and Wilson. Nays: None. Final Resolution on a Beer and Wine License for Chef Wang's Chinese Restaurant, 3640 South Mason Unit 12 Authority member Veazie made a motion, seconded by Authority member Long, to table the Final Resolution to October 12, 1983. Yeas: Acott, Long, Monaghan, Sheahan, Veazie and Wilson. Nays: None. Police Report Officer Frank Russell stated for the Board's information that Fort Ram will be extending their hours on Friday and Saturday evenings. He explained that they will be open from 2 a.m. to 4 a.m. to serve breakfast and non- alcoholic drinks only. Other Business The Authority requested the City Attorney's Office research whether lan- guage barrier problems can be considered as a major factor in issuing or denying a license. Adjournment Authority member Monaghan made a motion, seconded by Authority member Long, to adjourn. The Chairperson put the motion which was unanimously adopted. The meeting was adjourned at � r -1'O � Secretary