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Commissioner Posson noted that if he understands it correctly, the largest room would <br /> be transitioned from the restaurant to a nightclub. He inquired how that happens. <br /> Mr. DeBlasi replied that what ends up happening is that they ask the people who show <br /> up later if they are there for dinner or for drinks. He noted that as the night progresses, <br /> more people would say they are there for drinks, and staff would start seating people <br /> more for alcohol and/or nightclub. <br /> Commissioner Narum noted Mr. DeBlasi's statement that he would close the restaurant <br /> if there are not many people in attendance. <br /> Mr. DeBlasi said yes. He stated that they have to have hours of operation, and the <br /> restaurant will be open up to that time, but they may remain open later if they are busy. <br /> Commissioner Narum noted that Condition No. 21 states that the operator shall provide <br /> at least limited food service during all operating hours of the business. <br /> Mr. DeBlasi replied that they will have food all night, but it would not be a full restaurant; <br /> it would be a late night menu that is basically burritos, tacos, and some seafood dishes. <br /> He indicated that the kitchen is fully staffed when it is open, and it is cut to half when it <br /> slows down. <br /> Commissioner Narum inquired if that is adequately addressed in the conditions. <br /> Ms. Stern said yes. <br /> Commissioner Olson noted that Condition No. 21 does reference appetizers. <br /> Commissioner Narum agreed but indicated that she felt a little uncomfortable when <br /> Mr. DeBlasi talked a couple of minutes ago about shutting the kitchen down. <br /> Mr. DeBlasi clarified that he meant, for example, that on a Tuesday night, if they are not <br /> busy for dinner, they would close the entire establishment at 10:00 p.m., which is the <br /> end of their hours of operation. He added that they would remain open until then so if <br /> people show up, staff would be there. <br /> Gene Havrilenko stated that he is the property manager of the complex and represented <br /> the owners of the shopping center. He indicated that he is present tonight to support <br /> their future tenant. <br /> Sean Sowell stated that he has lived in Pleasanton since 2000 and remembers Club <br /> Neo and Shboom. He indicated that as a regular reader of Pleasanton Weekly and <br /> seeing all the police reports, he is really concerned that given the history of the location, <br /> this is going to create a problem. He stated that he recognized that there is a new <br /> owner and the need for local businesses. He added that he knows Lloyd, the proprietor <br /> at Maui Wowie, and realizes that Lloyd, as well as the other tenants at that shopping <br /> PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, February 27, 2013 Page 15 of 22 <br />