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George Heacock, 915 Saint Andrews Drive, presented to Council a sketch of the building. He said they would retain the old flavor and . keep the outside of the building as near its original features. However, the entire building inside would have to be gutted. He said it would have a $300,000 payroll, employing 50+ persons, with a $1 million to $1-1/4 million business. He said the building had been structurally inspected, and his staff was working with the City building department. Public hearing was closed, there being no further testimony presented. In response to a question from Ms. Smith" Assistant Manager said Council would express whether or not it would recommend approval for the business license. The operation of the business in any event would be subject to applicable city codes. Mr. Hamel moved, seconded by Mr. Delfty, to (orward wJth approval to OLCC, subject to conditions. Motlon carrled unanlmously. 2. Court Sports I, 2510 Oakmont Way (RMB) Manager reviewed the OLCC report which indicated five non-objectors and five objectors (homeowners in the area). He said applicant plans to sell bottled or canned beer on the premises. Staff found all papers in order and recommended approval, subject to the Building DivisionIs concern that a greater emphasis on . food and drink use may cause a deficiency of off-street parking, although food-service operation in this building was originally considered accessory. If approved by Council, City will peri- odically monitor parking to ascertain whether or not a problem will occur. Public hearing was opened. Reed Fitkin, 2372 Rockwood, said the basic intent was to sell beer only in a designated lounge area. He noted there was a central control desk which could control the movement of people. Minors would be completely separate from the lounge area. Beer consumption would be for participants of the club only, and there was no intent of altering club hours. He felt there would not be any impact on exis- ting traffic, as it would only be consumed by the participants. No beer would be allowed off the premises, and he noted the surrounding area grounds would be maintained for cleanliness. This would be a consistent request and use with other clubs throughout the United States. He noted receipt of a letter from Don Mason, Eugene Chamber of Commerce, supporting the concept. Robert Kline, 390 Walnut Lane, a neighbor and member of the organi- zati on spoke to how well managed the organi zati on was. He said if the 4' 6/12/78--13 ,.,.31