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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLiquor Licensing Authority - Minutes - 01/02/1985LIQUOR LICENSING AUTHORITY Regular Meeting - January 2, 1985 7:30 p.m. (Secretary's Note: The meeting began at 7:38 p.m.) A regular meeting of the Liquor Licensing Authority was held on Wednesday, January 2, 1985 in the Council Chambers of the City of Fort Collins Municipal Building. Roll call was answered by the following members: Acott, Long, Veazie, and Wilson. Authority Members Absent: Bujack, Monaghan, and Sheahan Staff Members Present: Debbie Caster, City Clerk Ken Frazier, Assistant City Attorney Frank Russell, Police Department Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 5, 1984, Approved as Published Authority member Acott made a motion, seconded by Authority member Wilson, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of December 5, 1984 as published. Yeas: Acott, Long, and Wilson. Nays: None. Abstain: Veazie. Show/Cause Hearing Ace Liquors, 238 East Mountain Avenue It was noted that on December 5, 1984, the licensee stipulated to the violation and the Authority found that a violation occurred on October 4, 1984. In addition, the Authority did not decide on a sanction since the applicant's attorney was not present to speak in mitigation. Mr. Steve Francis, attorney for Ace Liquors, stated this is the second violation against the Jang's license. He asked the Authority not to consider any violations of the past license holders because it would not be fair to carry over someone else's past record. Authority member Wilson stated that she personally will not be influenced by the records of past license holders and will treat this violation on an individual basis. Authority member Wilson made a motion, seconded by Authority member Veazie, to levy a two-day suspension to be served on two consecutive Fridays at the choice of the licensee within the next 30 days and that the premises be posted. Yeas: Acott, Long, Veazie, and Wilson. Nays: None. -2- January 2, 1985 Special Events Permit - 3.2% Ingersoll Hall, CSU, February 22 and 23, 1985 Mr. Steve Conklin, events manager, distributed hand-out materials explain- ing the proposed event. Mr. Conklin stated the event will be the same as last year and noted there were no problems. He explained that all bar- tenders and students involved with the event will be trained on the laws and its legal liability. He noted that all beer sales will cease at 11:30 p.m. Authority member Acott noted that this is a wonderful opportunity for students to become better informed of the laws pertaining to alcohol. Authority member Acott made a motion, seconded by Authority member Veazie, to approve the 3.2% special events license for Ingersoll Hall on February 22 and 23, 1985, from 7 p.m, to midnight. Yeas: Acott, Long, Veazie, and Wilson. Nays: None. Registration of Manager Banana's, 3500 South College Avenue Mr. William Ebbert, general manager, stated he is responsible for all employee training. He noted that he has two assistant managers. Mr. Ebbert stated he is familiar with the liquor laws. In response to a question by the Authority, Mr. Ebbert stated he is in favor of Police Department checks. Authority member Wilson made a motion, seconded by Authority member Veazie, to approve the registration of manager for William Ebbert at Banana's, 3500 South College Avenue. Yeas: Acott, Long, Veazie, and Wilson. Nays: None. Mr. Ebbert commended the Fort Collins Police Department for their training classes and specifically thanked Ernie Tellez for his efforts. New Application for a Hotel -Restaurant License for Fort Collins Marriott Hotel, 350 East Horsetooth Road Authority member Wilson made a motion, seconded by Authority member Acott, to accept a new application and set the preliminary hearing for January 30, 1985, and the final hearing for February 27, 1985. Yeas: Acott, Long, Veazie, and Wilson. Nays: None. lI -3- New Application for a Hotel -Restaurant License for The Bench, 1221 West Elizabeth January 2, 1985 Authority member Veazie made a motion, seconded by Authority member Acott, to accept a new application and set the preliminary hearing for January 30, 1985, and the final hearing for February 27, 1985. Yeas: Acott, Long, Veazie, and Wilson. Nays: None. New Application for a Hotel -Restaurant License for Cafe Boulanqer, 400 South Meldrum Authority member Veazie made a motion, seconded by Authority member Acott, to accept a new application and set the preliminary hearing for January 30, 1985, and the final hearing for February 27, 1985. Yeas: Acott, Long, Veazie, and Wilson. Nays: None. Preliminary Hearing and Resolution for Suehiro Japanese Restaurant, 223 Linden The boundaries as proposed by the Administration were as follows: North from the subject premises to Hickory and Conifer Streets. West from the subject premises to Shields Street. South from the subject premises to Pitkin Street. East from the subject premises to Lemay Avenue and City limits. Authority member Wilson asked if Mr. Yokomizo would like to expand the boundaries to include the entire City limits since he will be located in the vicinity of Old Town. Mr. Paul Yokomizo, part-owner, replied that he would like to expand the boundaries to include the entire City limits. Authority member Wilson made a motion, seconded by Authority member Acott, to approve the entire City limits of Fort Collins as the boundaries for Suehiro Japenese Restaurant, 223 Linden. Yeas: Acott, Long, Veazie, and Wilson. Nays: None. Authority member Wilson made a motion, seconded by Authority member Acott, to adopt the preliminary resolution as amended. Yeas: Acott, Long, Veazie, and Wilson. Nays: None. -4- January 2, 1985 Final Hearing and Final Resolution for a Hotel -Restaurant License for Great American Rib Company, 4010 S. College Avenue Mr. Larry Terrell, owner, was sworn and submitted petitions (marked as Applicant's Exhibit 1) which were circulated on behalf of the application. He noted a total of 582 signatures favoring the license were obtained. It was noted that well over half the neighborhood area was covered. Mr. Terrell stated 52 people refused to sign the petition due to various reasons. Mr. Terrell explained that he has sold out from under the Fat Boy's franchise. He noted the name change and stated they desire to upgrade their license from a Beer and Wine license to a Hotel -Restaurant license. Mr. Terrell stated there will be no changes in operation. He stated he will be adding a bar at a future date, but for now bar service will be served from the kitchen. Authority member Acott made a motion, seconded by Authority member Veazie, to approve the Hotel -Restaurant license for Great American Rib Company, 4010 South College Avenue. Yeas: Acott, Long, Veazie, and Wilson. Nays: None. Authority member Wilson made a motion, seconded by Authority member Veazie, to approve the Final Resolution as presented. Yeas: Acott, Long, Veazie, and Wilson. Nays: None. It was noted that the Registration of Manager for Great American Rib Company will be considered at the January 30, 1985 meeting. Final Hearing and Final Resolution for a Hotel -Restaurant License for Mr. Steak 2712 South College Avenue Mr. Richard Becker, part-owner, was sworn and stated he purchased the business in February, 1984. He explained that they have decided to apply for a liquor license in order to keep up with the competition, in addition to providing a supplement to the menu. Applicant's Exhibits 1 and 2 were submitted and identified as petitions which were circulated on behalf of the application. Mr. Becker stated both residents of the neighborhood area and customers of the restaurant signed the petitions. A total of 500 signatures were received. He noted that very little opposition was re- ceived from the people contacted. Mr. Roger McGowan, general manager, was sworn. He stated the service bar area will be located where the existing dessert area is located. Mr. McGowan stated there will be no lounge or sit down area provided for serving liquor. He stated the dining manager or himself will be responsi- ble for mixing and serving the drinks. In addition, he stated he will be -5- January 2, 1985 responsible for training the employees on the liquor laws. It was noted that Mr. McGowan is very familiar with the liquor laws. In response to a question by the Authority, Mr. McGowan stated he welcomes the Police to visit his establishment at any time. Authority member Acott made a motion, seconded by Authority member Veazie, to approve the Hotel -Restaurant license for Mr. Steak, 2712 South College Avenue. Yeas: Acott, Long, Veazie, and Wilson. Nays: None. Authority member Wilson made a motion, seconded by Authority member Acott, to approve Roger McGowan as the manager of Mr. Steak, 2712 South College Avenue. Yeas: Acott, Long, Veazie, and Wilson. Nays: None. Authority member Acott made a motion, seconded by Authority member Veazie, to approve the Final Resolution as presented. Yeas: Acott, Long, Veazie, and Wilson. Nays: None. Other Business Officer Frank Russell reported that Mr. Cliff Ellison had not contacted him or provided an update report since the last meeting. Authority member Acott made a motion, seconded by Authority member Veazie, to direct City staff to contact Mr. Ellison and schedule him to appear before the Authority on January 30, 1985. Yeas: Acott, Long, Veazie, and Wilson. Nays: None. Police Report Frank Russell stated there is no Police Report this month. Assistant City Attorney Ken Frazier stated Mr. Eckman will report to the Authority at the next hearing regarding the margarita chair at the Electric Stampede. Adjournment Authority member Veazie made a motion, seconded by Authority member Acott, to adjourn. The Chairperson put the motion which was unanimously adopted. The meeting.was adjourned at approximately .9:00 p.m.. gicr - C ai rman Y1 D B l( a �% Spa y