pages: CityCouncil/2009-02-03.pdf, 23
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CityCouncil | 2009-02-03 | 23 | specific hours of operation; many potential tenants that could not do lunch hours were disqualified; the owner would not have been granted the lease for just a bar. Commissioner deHaan stated starting a new business is a challenge i the owner would go back to full hours if the right mix is found; a lot of money has been forgiven at Alameda Point a six month trial period is reasonable. Chair Johnson stated there are reasons for business hours. businesses need to be open to have a customer base. Commissioner Gilmore stated the business is already profitable later in the day and in the evening; that she does not understand how the business would be built up by closing from 11:00 a .m. to 4:00 p.m. Commissioner Matarrese stated the Commission was very clear on the lease provisions; the business is profitable now and ahead of projections; dead hours cannot be addressed if the business is not open; that he does not see the advantage of reducing hours; a change in the lease is premature. Commissioner Matarrese moved approval of deferring any change to the lease until the business faces possible closure. Chair Johnson stated the business owner needs to implement the original business plan; changes need to be made. Commissioner Gilmore seconded the motion. Under discussion, Commissioner Tam stated that she would abstain from voting on the matter the staff report suggests the need for more marketing; that she does not feel there is enough information to tell the business owner how the business should be operated. Commissioner Gilmore stated that the business owner should live up to the terms of the lease; the hours of operation are very clear. Commissioner deHaan stated the business owner needs some leeway ; the City needs to work with the business owner. Commissioner Matarrese stated street activity was part of the plan to renovate the theatre and build the parking structure. the business plan is a good model; the retail side needs to be reviewed; salvaging the business might be an option if the business Special Joint Meeting Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Authority 3 and Community Improvement Commission February 3, 2009 | CityCouncil/2009-02-03.pdf |