Local Licensing Authority Agenda and Packet 2016 04 25

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Local Licensing Authority Minutes March 28, 2016 Page 7 of 8 In the past, Council has looked to the Local Licensing Authority to provide recommendation concerning marijuana businesses. Shaun Gindi, owner of Ajoya,1100 W. Dillon Road, Louisville, CO noted there are only a handful of marijuana businesses allowed to be open later. He felt the Louisville stores are in a great place to be open later. He felt the sales could almost double if he were able to stay open later. He noted the stores in Edgewater that are able to stay open until midnight do most of their business between the hours of 6pm to midnight. Carlson thought it was worth discussion, but wondered if there would be objections to more traffic for marijuana. Tennessen noted the Authority had seen no police reports for the businesses and asked for Sergeant Redard to comment. Sergeant Redard noted the impact on the Police Department from the marijuana businesses had been minimal. He said during discussions with the police administration, they felt the department would not have a reason to object. Carlson wondered if Louisville wanted to draw folks from other communities. Authority members discussed the comparisons with liquor stores, the Denver restriction at 8pm and the possibility of not extending until midnight. Authority Attorney Gulley noted the suggestion of hours should be specific if an ordinance is forwarded to Council. Machado noted in forwarding this to Council, it could be noted there have not been problems with the businesses, they are in a decent location just off the highway, the police department does not seem to think it is a concern. Carlson agreed and noted then Council will make the decision. Authority members asked staff to prepare an ordinance proposing changes to the hours of operation for marijuana businesses. Police Department Reports No reports. Secretary's Report Hanson noted she had included results of compliance checks recently conducted by State Liquor Authority in the packet. She reported Chief Hayes will be present at the next meeting for discussion with the Authority. Authority Attorney's Report No report.