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Planning Commission <br /> November 20, 2001 <br /> Page 7 <br /> 1 Commissioner Hanson asked if they had done a market survey for the Village <br /> 2 Blends Cafd. Mr. Pavelka added that it was difficult to take a market survey <br /> 3 because it is difficult to determine who, exactly, will patron the Cafd. <br /> 4 Mr. Brever distributed a handout containing the mission, location, hours.and - <br /> 5 menu of the proposed Village Blend. <br /> 6 Commissioner Hanson asked about how important the sale of a glass of wine was <br /> 7 to the livelihood of their coffee shop. Mr. Bradford responded that, in order to <br /> 8 make a decent profit, they needed to sell items with a higher profit margin, such <br /> 9 as wine and desserts. <br /> 10 Mr. Pavelka indicated that they have been discussing the idea of the coffee shop <br /> 11 for years, and that the right space was difficult to come by. He added that the <br /> 12 proposed space was a bit larger than they were hoping for, but would allow for <br />- 13 them to house book-club meetings, impromptu community meetings, and a low- <br /> 14 level talent night. <br /> 15 Commissioner Hanson stated that a nice feature with the proposed location was <br /> 16 the opportunity for outdoor seating. Mr. Pavelka added that they hoped that <br /> 17 would be attractive. <br /> 18 Chair Melsha asked about the hours of wine service. Pavelka stated thavit was <br /> 19 still loose, but they were thinking about 5:00-5:30 p.m. to close. He added that <br /> 20 they were not going to have a happy hour, nor any intentions of competing with <br /> 21 the Stonehouse. <br /> 22 Commissioner Hanson asked what the initial response was from City Council <br /> 23 regarding the sale of wine. Mr. Brever stated that they have not encountered any <br /> 24 objections at this point. <br /> 25 Resident John Kufus, who lives directly behind the library,asked if there would <br /> 26 be any live entertainment. Mr. Pavelka indicated that any entertainment would be <br /> 27 extremely low-key. <br /> 28 Commissioner Hanson asked if they were looking to change the front fagade very <br /> 29 much. Mr. Pavelka stated that they would keep the exterior of the building <br /> 30 largely how it currently exists. He added that internal changes would be minimal, <br /> 31 and were yet to be determined. <br /> 32 Chair Melsha closed the public hearing at 8:15 p.m. <br /> 33 Chair Melsha stated that he thought it was a great idea that will only help to bring <br /> 34 people to the area. <br /> 35 Vice Chair Stille stated that he was also in favor of the coffee shop, but asked for <br /> 36 clarification on the role of the Planning Commission. Chair Melsha indicated that <br />