Local Licensing Authority Agenda and Packet 2012 09 24

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Local Licensing Authority Minutes August 27, 2012 Page 3 of 6 Mr. Williamson noted four of the five bartenders have completed training and the manager change was filed. He stated the licensee was aware of the option to pay a fine -in -lieu but has chosen to serve the active day of suspension. The Authority discussed whether it was appropriate to hold all the days in abeyance. Members reviewed the suggested penalties and Lipton commented there was significant reason a show cause hearing was ordered and felt the stipulation as presented was appropriate. Lipton moved to accept the stipulation and the findings and order drafted by the Special Prosecutor and set the day to serve the suspension as September 12, 2012. Gunning seconded. Roll Call Vote: Gunning — yes, Carlson — yes, Lipton — yes, Rommelfanger — yes and Wilson — yes. B. Public Hearing — New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License — Bittersweet Cafe and Confections LLC d/b/a Bittersweet Cafe and Confections — 836 Main Street Wilson opened the public hearing on the new license application. Secretary Hanson stated the application was complete and included in the Authority packet. Background checks revealed no criminal history and the hearing had been posted and published in accordance with state law. No objections were entered to the boundaries of the neighborhood being the city limits of the City of Louisville. Wilson moved the entire application as contained in the Authority packets be made a part of the record of this hearing. Carlson seconded. All in favor. Patrick Walsh and Azadeh Angha, 1201 Main Street, Louisville, CO introduced themselves to the Authority and took the oath. Wilson asked for an applicant presentation. Mr. Walsh outlined they wanted to add liquor for their patrons, but did not see the cafe becoming a drinking establishment. He was asked about the patio areas. He stated the front patio is fenced and the back patio is being enclosed with planters. When asked about liquor storage, Mr. Walsh stated it would be in cabinets behind the counter specifically used for the liquor storage. He clarified the establishment had become more than just a coffee house and was the reasoning behind adding a liquor license. Wilson called for persons wishing to speak in favor of the application. Rick Betance, 619 Owl Drive, Louisville, CO a patron of Bittersweet Cafe thought the ability to have a cocktail at the establishment would be a nice addition. Wilson called for opposition to the application and hearing none, asked the applicant for any final comments.