pages: CityCouncil/2012-09-04.pdf, 6
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CityCouncil | 2012-09-04 | 6 | Beverage Control (ABC) licenses always have a condition that the owner will allow loitering on the premises. The Deputy City Manager provided background information on ABC licenses; noted trying to get a license revoked is almost impossible. Councilmember Johnson inquired how much of an economic disadvantage is caused from not selling alcohol; questioned whether gas stations have to compete with other stores. Mr. Hoy responded the property owner met with a major convenient store operator; stated an analysis was done regarding the store size and necessary proportion of the store which should be dedicated to beer and wine; the amount was substantial. Vice Mayor Bonta inquired whether staff had more information about PSBA's and WABA's positions. The Acting City Planner responded that he could not remember WABA's and PSBA's reasoning other than wanting to support a local business person; noted that he did talk with the organizations extensively about the Zoning Text Amendment. Councilmember deHaan stated WABA and PSBA want operational consistency. Vice Mayor Bonta inquired whether WABA and PSBA specifically referred to the issues of alcohol saturation, residential concerns, and crime, to which the Acting City Planner responded in the negative. Mr. Hoy noted during the Webster Street Vision Study, WABA supported bringing in all types of businesses. Mayor Gilmore stated the current situation is not broad based; lots of businesses on Webster already sell alcohol; WABA and PSBA want more businesses and speak for members and not necessarily residents of the neighborhood; stated there are probably fewer convenient stores on Park Street which sell alcohol than Webster Street; that she is concerned permitting the easiest businesses would not necessarily attract the best businesses. Councilmember Johnson stated the City needs gas stations and gas stations are not allowed in residential areas; questioned whether gas stations would survive without full convenience stores. Mayor Gilmore inquired whether the gas station across the street from the project sells alcohol; if not, perhaps approval would cause the station to want to sell alcohol also. The Acting City Planner responded alcohol is not sold at the gas station convenience store across the street. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 6 September 4, 2012 | CityCouncil/2012-09-04.pdf |