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112 COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 22, 1991 proper license fee. The application will then be forward to the state Liquor Control Division for their approval. The Clerk noted that there are currently two (2) other off -sale liquor licenses at this same intersection. Mayor Bisel opened the public hearing at 7:22 P.M. Mrs. Joyce Sharpen, 801 Main Street explained that she is against three (3) liquor stores at this one location. She said she was not against new business, however this license should be located in the proposed new plaza. Chris Ross, 7990 Lake Drive presented a list of persons who have indicated that they are opposed to another off -sale liquor store located in the same area. This list contains over 200 names. Mr. Ross asked the Council if the City is planning to claim his property by eminent domain or condemn his building. Mayor Bisel explained that the City had no reason for such action. This type of action must be done for public use. Mr. Ross explained that a Council Member asked him if he knew what eminent domain meant which lead him to wonder if such action was planned. Mr. Ross also explained that his property is in a tax increment district and he is planning to use tax increment financing on his project. He said he does want to stay at this location. Mr. Ross said that if another off -sale liquor store is located at this intersection someone is going to get hurt. He said he felt the area could not support three (3) off -sale liquor stores. Bonnie Hermann, 7859 Lois Lane explained that she is a new resident and said she felt it was not appropriate to establish another off -sale liquor store in the one (1) retain area of the City especially since it is so near to the elementary school. She said she felt new business is needed in Lino Lakes, however the business should be in line with family needs and desires. Robin Hughes, 193 Wildflower Drive explained that she and her husband would operate the new off -sale liquor store. She wanted to address some of the concerns brought forward this evening. She said that she and her husband have given a great deal of thought to this business and have received a lot of support. Their objective is to open and maintain a reputable liquor establishment at the corner of Main Street and Lake Drive. They believe they can be successful since they feel that 60% to 70% of liquor customers are leaving the City to purchase liquor. Matthew Glocke, 461 Birch Street said that he did not think any area of Lino Lakes was zoned for three (3) gas stations or three (3) Tom Thumbs and this City did not need another liquor store. He felt the area should be reserved for a more productive business. PAGE 6 1 1 1