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Mounds View City Council Apri114, 2008 Regular Meeting Page 3 Mayor Marty opened the public hearing at 7:15 p.m. Assistant City Clerk-Administrator Crane explained that a public hearing is required for liquor licenses. She then explained that, in July of 2007, Robert's Sports Bar closed its doors and the liquor license was suspended due to nonpayment of property taxes and a lapse in liquor liability insurance. Assistant City Clerk-Administrator Crane explained that all required documentation, background investigations, and required inspections have been completed. Assistant City Clerk- Administrator Crane noted that there have been noise complaints from the Robert's facility in the past. Staff recommends receiving public comments and approval of the liquor license and restaurant license pending satisfactory fire marshal inspection. Gary Dahle said that he is the only attorney in private practice in Mounds View. Mr. Dahle introduced Kevin Halverson. Kevin Halverson operates Classic Pizza in several locations and has many years of experience working in and owning/operating pizza restaurants. Mr. Dahle indicated that Mr. Tulgren has been involved in the tavern business and listed the vaxious businesses he has been employed by. Mr. Dahle indicated that they would like to have approval of the liquor license prior to installing the sprinkler system, due to the large expense in doing so. Mr. Dahle indicated that they expect to employ 15 to 30 employees and operate a pizza restaurant/bar in this location. Hearing no further public comments, Mayor Marty closed the public hearing at 7:23 p.m. Council Member Flaherty asked if the new owners were aware of the noise issues with the previous owners. He then asked whether bands will be used at this facility. Mr. Tulgren indicated that they would occasionally have bands come in for special occasions. Council Member Flaherty asked what type of crowd would be marketed. Mr. Tulgren said that he would like a Brady's or Applebee's atmosphere and would plan to have night life two nights per week. Council Member Flaherty asked if the cigar bar will continue. Mr. Tulgren indicated that they do not intend to operate the cigar bar. Council Member Mueller asked for information on security. Mr. Tulgren indicated that they would have proper security to insure that id's are verified. Mayor Marty indicated that there have been noise issues for years with the prior owners and the City would like to avoid that issue going forward.