Local Licensing Authority Agenda and Packet 2016 02 22

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Local Licensing Authority Minutes January 25, 2016 Page3of5 suspension imposed, with 7 days held in abeyance with conditions. The conditions would be no new violations for one year, all current and new employees within 60 days receive responsible vendor training. Signs are to be posted at the establishment during the service of the suspension. The licensee will be filing a fine in lieu of suspension petition to be brought before the Authority at the next meeting. Mr. Stoneman noted the terms were agreed upon and his client plans to petition to pay a fine in lieu. His client assures he will implement stricter controls to avoid any violations in the future. Mr. Stoneman has put Mr. Karp in touch with an attorney who is very familiar with liquor licensing who has agreed to do on -site training to help the staff be better prepared should situations arise in the future. Lipton asked if Waterloo staff attended the training provided by the Louisville Police Department. Mr. Karp noted his staff has been attending those trainings on a consistent basis over the years he has been in business. MOTION: Lipton moved the Authority accept the stipulation and findings and order. Carlson seconded. Chairperson Machado commented, the reason a show cause was ordered was from the police reports, there was a visibly intoxicated person on the patio and that person was served alcohol. He noted Waterloo does a good job, and he was appreciative, but felt this could not be overlooked. Lipton noted other citizens saw the incident. Attorney Stoneman stated one police report stated a police officer did not notice signs of intoxication of the party. He wanted it recognized how tough the call can be in these situations. Lipton questioned the 14 day suspension and whether it followed the guidelines. Attorney Brown said she had considered the guidelines and noted there was a State Enforcement action within the last year which she took into account when suggesting imposing a 14 day suspension with 7 days held in abeyance. She reported the maximum suggested for more than one violation in 1 -2 years was 21 days, so she thought 14 days was appropriate, serving seven. Lipton thanked the special prosecutor and stood by her previous motion. Machado called for a roll call vote on the motion to accept the stipulation and findings and order. Roll call vote: Machado — yes, Carlson — yes, Tennessen — yes, Lipton — yes and Hervey — yes. C. 2015 Annual Report Lipton commented it was a wonderful report. Carlson moved to approve the Annual Report and forward it to City Council and the City Manager's office. Lipton seconded. All in favor.