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I 2. Acme Up & Down, 99 West 10th Avenue - RMB I-A-2 Application was submitted by Richard and Donnalee Meigs. OLCC report indicated of those interviewed eight objected to issuance of the license, 13 had no objections. Staff had no objections other than building de- -- partment need for more information with regard to location of the establishment in the building. Public hearing was opened. Jim Lockard, 1033 Cal Young Road, operator of the Craftsman Corner located in the Atrium Building at 99 West 10th Avenue, said the outlet as planned would be well controlled, in good taste, and a fine asset. He would be definitely against it if it were to be "just another bar." More business was needed in the building, he said. Richard Meigs, applicant, said the proposed outlet would be furnished with antiques, something to be proud of. He thought there was room for another outlet in the downtown area, saying there was only one other tavern (Luckey's) and only one place to dance (Back Door). None in the downtown area had any kind of games. He thought the establishment as planned would be a definite asset to the community. Mark Hoy, 2769 Adams Street, identified himself as a merchant in the Atrium Build- ing and a member of the board of the merchants association. He had a favorable impression of the proposed establishment and thought that, as it was planned, it \\lould fit in quite well with the "spirit" of the building. Donald Husband, attorney, 72 West Broadway, read a letter written to the OLCC from I-A-3 Ben Raykovich, owner of Luckey's at 933 Olive Street, opposing issuance of the license. Mr. Husband noted existing cocktail lounges in the area. He said there were sufficient outlets now in the vicinity, that another outlet was not demanded It by public interest or convenience. He noted too Luckey's long-standing operating record and said the back entrance of the proposed outlet would be next to that existing tavern as well as an existing cocktail lounge. He said adequate parking would definitely have to be provided because there was not enough space for exist- ing traffic. Public hearing was closed, there being no further testimony presented. \ Council President Murray noted letters received from other tenants in the Atrium Building objecting to issuance of the license: Charlcie R. Kaylor and Heather M. Veldhuisen of the Yarn Shed; John C. and Shelly Prince of Princess Jewel Fair; Ed Thompson, the Shoe Doctor; Bill Nagle, Gallery Merlotte; and Elwood Jewelers. Councilman Haws asked on which floor of the building the outlet would be located and whether dancing and games were contemplated. Also, "what about the point on parking?" Manager answered that the establ~shment would be located on the first floor and that he had the impression there would be dancing and games. With re- gard to the parking, Manager said there was an attempt to attract as much business as possible to the mall area. He recited the number listed on the OLCC report in favor of and against the issuance of the license. Councilwoman Beal asked what the hours of operation would be and whether it was planned to have music, if so, during what hours. Mr. Meigs answered that the place would operate between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 a.m. Also, that music primarily would be a stereo system with possibly live bands two nights a week. e Mr. Keller moved second by Mrs. Beal to recommend approval of the application. Motion carried, all council members present voting aye, except Councilman Bradley voting no. 9/8/75 - 2 490