CR 2013-116 Approve Liquor and Tobacco License Application for Ace Spirits Hopkins, LLC dba Ace Wine & Spirits located at 4 Shady Oak Road, Suite 18u1. -
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November 4, 2013 Council Report 2013-116
Approve Liquor and Tobacco License Application
for Ace Spirits Hopkins, LLC dba Ace Wine & Spirits
located at 4 Shady Oak Road, Suite 18
Proposed Action
Staff recommends adoption of the following motion: Move to approve the Off -Sale Liquor and
Tobacco Sales License Applications for Ace Spirits Hopkins, LLC dba Ace Wine & Spirits
located at 4 Shady Oak Road Suite 18 with the condition a certificate of liquor liability
insurance is submitted to the City Clerk's office.
Overview
Mr. Louis Dachis, the president of Ace Spirits Hopkins is applying for an off -sale liquor and
tobacco license for a new establishment to be located at 4 Shady Oak Road, Suite 18 in the
Suburban Square shopping center. He is planning on opening a boutique whiskey and craft beer
store. Mr. Dachis had previously applied for a license for another location in Hopkins and was
granted the license but unfortunately the lease agreement did not work out. Mr. Dachis also has
an interest in Merwin Liquors located in Minneapolis, Maplewood and Falcon Heights
The Hopkins Police Department has reviewed the application and has found no reason to deny
the license.
Primary Issues to Consider
• This is a routine license application
• The location of the new establishment is zoned for this usage.
Supporting Information
• The full application is available in the City Clerk's office.
Alternatives
1. Approve the applications for an on -sale liquor and tobacco sales licenses.
2. Continue the item for more discussion.
3. Deny the application.
Staff recommends alternative one, approve the applications
Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk
Financial Impact: $ 400 Budgeted: Y/N _N_ Source:
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