Rochester Hills Legistar System

Chairperson Holder welcomed the representatives from Chipotle Mexican Grill to the

Committee.

Ms. Jane Leslie, City Clerk, gave an overview of the request and informed the

Committee that the Applicant has filed the appropriate paperwork according to the

ordinance. The paperwork was included in the Committee's meeting packet for review.

Appropriate reports were received from the City's Building Department and Sheriff's

Department which do not indicate any issues with the Applicant.

The Applicant made a brief presentation which included the following:

* An brief explanation of the restaurant layout, service line, food orders, beverages and

cash register area.

* Alcoholic beverages will consist of beer and margaritas only and will be offered in the

dinning area and not with any "take out" orders.

* The point-of-sale for alcoholic beverages will be at the cash register. If a patron cares

for a second beverage, they must go back through the service line.

* The restaurant's main focus is on food; alcohol sales are considered minor.

* Serviceware consists of all disposable flatware and beverage containers.

The Committee asked if the Applicant had searched for a license elsewhere. The

Applicant stated that they have been searching for other sources to bring in a liquor

license, but the sources are very tight and can cost $70,000 and upwards.

The Committee discussed the pros and cons of issuing a New Class C liquor license to

Chairperson Holder welcomed the representatives from Crust Pizza to the Committee.

Ms. Jane Leslie, City Clerk, gave an overview of the request and informed the

Committee that the Applicant has filed the appropriate paperwork according to the

ordinance. The paperwork was included in the Committee's meeting packet for review.

The Applicant made a brief presentation which included the following:

* The restaurant is a new concept centered around the traditional Neapolitan style pizza

which is considered to be an artisan style food item. It will focus on high-quality

ingredients to yield a superior food product catering to families and adults with seating

for approximately 50 patrons.

* The restaurant proposes to offer about 40 types of wine and some beer at reasonable

prices. It is a hybridized-style of service where the patron places the food order and will

be served the wine or beer alcoholic beverage and will be seated to wait for the food

order.

* The menu will consist of about 20 stock pizzas as well as "build-your-own", four (4)

salads, four (4) sandwiches, three (3) appetizers, and small desserts served in shot

glasses. Lunch prices will average $8.00 per person; dinner $15 to 17 per person.

Desserts will be $1.00.

* The Appliant would also like to offer outside seating when appropriate.

The Committee asked if the Applicant had searched for a license elsewhere. The

Applicant stated that they have been searching for other sources to bring in a liquor

license, but the sources are very tight and can cost $70,000 and upwards.

The Committee discussed the pros and cons of issuing a New Class C liquor license to

the Applicant with the consensus being to recommend approval of the request at this

time.

Rochester Hills, MI 48307.

The motion carried by the following vote:

Holder, Verschueren and Kirksey

Enactment No: RES0372-2005

Class C Liquor License - Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que

Agenda Summary.pdf; Map - Class C Liquor Licenses.pdf; AIS Agenda

Summary.pdf; Letter from Attorney.pdf; Application & Lease Agrmt.pdf;

Receipt for Application Fee.pdf; Floor Plans & photos.pdf; Dept.

Reports.pdf; AIS Resolution.pdf; 0611 Resolution.pdf

Chairperson Holder welcomed the representatives from Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que to

the Committee.

Ms. Jane Leslie, City Clerk, gave an overview of the request and informed the

Committee that the Applicant has filed the appropriate paperwork according to the

ordinance. The paperwork was included in the Committee's meeting packet for review.

The Applicant has filed all of the permits with the Building Department for the

reconstruction of the building. Reports from the Building Department and the Fire

Department indicate no issues with the Applicant. Sheriff Department has not submitted

their report.

The Applicant made a brief presentation which included the following:

* The restaurant would occupy approximately 6800 of the 9900 square feet in the

existing building at 2945 S. Rochester Road.

* It is a national franchise, full-service restaurant with only three (3) other locations in

Michigan: Westland, Roseville and Taylor. It has a perfect record with the Michigan

Liquor Control Commission. The Westland restaurant was rated "best in country".

* The concept of "hickory-smoked BBQ" is new to Michigan. The focus is on price and

quality of food for a family atmosphere with about 6% to 8% of liquor sales. They also

smoke brisket and pork on site using the highest standards of fresh meats. Lunch

prices will average at $9; with dinner at $15 per person. They will offer catering and

carry out services.

* It will employ about 100 people and utilizes a detailed training program which includes

issues regarding liquor licenses, safety, communication, customer service, etc.

* The target for the Grand Opening is January 2006 and have never missed a deadline.

The Committee asked if the Applicant had searched for a license elsewhere. The

Applicant stated that they have been searching for other sources to bring in a liquor

license, but the sources are very tight and can cost $70,000 and upwards.

The Committee discussed the pros and cons of issuing a New Class C liquor license to

the Applicant at this time and directed the Applicant to seek a transfer license. The

Committee further stated that the City has a limited number of liquor licenses will be

selective with the remaining liquor licenses. The consensus of the Committee was to

recommend denial of the request at this time.