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Mounds View City Council May 22, 2006 Regular Meeting Page 11 . Assistant to the City Administrator Crane advised that the report has not come back from the Minnesota Department of Criminal Apprehension for Jeffrey Moritko, owner of JVM Investments, Inc. The Intoxicating liquor license will be pending a satisfactory report from this agency, which should arrive within a week. Assistant to the City Administrator Crane reported that Jake's Sports Cafe does owe the City of Mounds View $6,770.64. This bill is not due until May 31, 2006, and this transfer of liquor license will not be processed unless this payment is made in full. Jake's Sports Cafe recently had a water leak, which caused the large amount owed on the utility bill. Assistant to the City Administrator Crane stated the City's Fire Marshal has inspected the location currently called Jake's Sports Cafe and issued a satisfactory report. However, the establishment will be re-inspected when the transfer of building ownership is finalized at the end of May. Assistant to the City Administrator Crane advised that staff recommends approval transfer of ownership from Jake's Sports Cafe to JVM Investments, Inc.., pending the payment of the utility bill and a satisfactory report from the Minnesota Department of Criminal Apprehension. The establishment will have another fire inspection when the building ownership is f nalized. Assistant to the City Administrator Crane explained that Mr. Moritko will be changing the name of the establishment to Moe's. Mr. Moritko also owns a restaurant business called Mayslack's • located in Minneapolis. Assistant to the City Administrator Crane stated staff recommends that the City Council approve the Tobacco and Restaurant License pending the re-inspection of the establishment when the transfer of ownership is finalized at the end of this month. Darrell McConnell, General Manager of Moe's, stated they are excited to be part of the community and advised that he had received assurances that the water bill will be paid this week. He stated they plan to provide a great neighborhood restaurant for the community and with their menu, he thinks they can. Councilmember Flaherty asked about the remodeling work. Mr. McConnell stated they want to brighten the indoor area, create a patio, remodel the bathrooms, and install different lighting options to make it more inviting. Councilmember Flaherty asked about exterior improvements. Mr. McConnell stated the roof will remain and they will add landscaping, a water feature along the side of the deck, and a nicer appearance to draw in customers. Mayor Marty closed the public hearing at 8:38 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: THOMAS/STIGNEY. To waive the reading and adopt Resolution 6814, A Resolution in Consideration of a Transfer of an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor Business License