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UP-80-35, Marcia Myer: Application of Marcia Myers for a conditional use permit which would allow the operation of a cocktail lounge at the newly constructed commercial center located in the northernmost building at the corner of Hopyard Road and Valley Avenue. The site is zoned C-C (Central Commercial) District. Mr. Harris explained the staff report and concerns with parking for this type of business. Chairperson Wilson stated that the developer was made aware there was too much building for the site when the approval for the building was granted but kept saying the types of businesses proposed (specialty shops) would not encumber the parking. Commissioner Getty stated that at night there is an abundance of teenagers hanging out at the Community First National Bank at the corner of this property. She expressed traffic concerns and stated this is not a proper location for a bar. Commissioner Doherty stated that as a practical standpoint, he didn't see them having a lot of business before 4:00 P.M. during the week especially since they will not be serving food and would not like to see this business tied to a 5:00 P.M. opening time. Chairperson Wilson reiterated that a bar is not the main concern but rather parking for this type of business. He said the developer was advised at development approval stage the parking was tight and his uses would be or could be limited because of too much building for the land. Mr. Harris stated that the City is going to keep an eye on the uses for parking. Commissioner Lindsey stated that conceivably specialty shops could stay open to 9:00 P.M. Commissioner Getty stated that a 7-11 type of business could really be a problem. Jim Pindel spoke, representing Marcia Myers, the applicant. He stated they agree with everything the staff has recommended except for the hours of operation. He said that as a business man you have to be open a certain amount of the time and assured the Commission he is not in the food business. He explained the cocktail lounge business, hours of operation required and amount of time clientele spend at the bars. Commissioner Getty asked Pindel if he was having music. Mr. Pindel stated he wasn't but that he would like to have a Polynesian review once a month. Commissioner Getty argued that if there aren't many customers during the day what is the reason the business must stay open. She said her business is across from three bars and people come very early and leave late. -12- ~.. .