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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL APRiL 2G, 2000 Morelan indicated that he is concerned about the activities that could occur in association with this business, and asked Melloy his plans for security. Melloy reported that he would have security staff to maintain order within his own establishment as well as within the parking lot, both in front of the building and in the back, as well as the area near the railroad tracks. Melloy reported that as the business grows and more people are on the premises, the numbers of security staff will increase. Scalze asked if Melloy would be the owner/manager of the business. Melloy reported that he would and planned to be on the premises between 12 and 16 hours per day. Melloy reported that he will have four employees, three of whom will be on the premises during the evening hours and two during the day. Morelan pointed out that at the Planning Commission, Melloy stated that he would have 5 employees. Melloy stated that over all there will be 5 employees. Morelan stated that he was interested in the number of employees because his concern was that proper security be provided at the billiard hall. LaValle pointed out the past experiences the City has had with billiard halls and the problem of loitering in the parking lot. LaValle stated that a billiard hall is not a desirable business for the City unless the proper supervision is provided, Melloy stated that he understands the problems iu the parking lot and the inability of an absentee owner to keep control. Melloy stated that his intent was to control the parking lot as well as the area behind the building to the best of his ability. LaValle asked if Melloy was aware of the problems that he will encounter. LaValle stated that he will support the business and give it a chance, but indicated that Melloy will have to provide the necessary security. Melloy reported that there is not a billiard hall in this country that he has not been in. Melloy pointed out that there have never been problems at any of the billiard tournaments that he has sponsored. Melloy reported on the rise in the status of cue sports, and the fact that old stereotypes are disappearing. He further stated that the previous situation at the Rice at C Center will not be comparable to his business.