NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020- 000511 REASON FOR REFERRAL REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

NEW YORK RW 1320608 BLUES JAZZ CAFE LLC FILED: 08/29/2019 OBA: HARLEM BLUES CAFE 2144 5TH AVENUE NEW YORK, NY 10037

(NEW RESTAURANT WINE)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: MEMORANDUM State Liquor Authority License Bureau

To: Members of the Authority Date: February 10, 2020

From: Adam Roberts, Deputy Commissioner

Subject: New York RW 1320608 Blues Jazz Cafe LLC OBA: Harlem Blues Cafe 2144 5th Avenue New York, NY 10037

Type of Application: On Premises Wine

Question(s) to be considered: (1) This is the third application filed by the applicant for a license at this location. The first application was disapproved due to deficiencies in the application. The second application was disapproved because the applicant failed to adequately explain a change in ownership of the applicant LLC. The change in ownership has not been addressed in this application. (2) Applicant is requesting a waiver of the two-restroom rule.

Protests: None

Description of Premises: The premises occupy the ground floor (with the basement used for storage) of a multi-unit five-story residential/commercial building. The Premises has a maximum occupancy of 30. The Establishment Questionnaire states that there will be 4 tables with seating for 25. The diagram submitted with the application depicts 3 tables with seating for 14 and 2 counters with seating for 7. There is a customer bar with no seating. There is a handicap accessible restroom.

Method of Operation: Restaurant with 3-5 employees, principals will manage with no security. Recorded music only, no live music, DJs, karaoke, juke box or dancing. NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020-00512 REASON FOR REFERRAL REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

ALBANY OP 2219089 DUTCHS PLACE LLC FILED: 10/11/2019 OBA: DUTCH'S PLACE 462 ALBANY SHAKER ROAD ALBANY, NY 12211

(NEW ON PREMISES LIQUOR)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: I

MEMORANDUM State Liquor Authority License Bureau

To: Members of the Authority Date: February 28, 2020

From: Adam Roberts, Deputy Commissioner

Subject: Albany OP 2219089 Dutchs Place LLC OBA: Dutch's Place 462 Albany Shaker Rd Albany, NY 12211

Type of Application: New On-Premise Liquor

Question(s) to be considered: Is there good cause to deny issuance of this license? (1) One of the Applicant's principals has an extensive disciplinary history including cancellation of one license and a summary suspension imposed on another license due to multiple sales to minors. (2) The prior license at this location was cancelled.

Protests: None

Description of Premises: The premises is located in a two unit, one story building. The premises have a maximum occupancy of 100 with table seating for 8 patrons and a customer bar with 25 seats.

Method of Operation: The proposed premises will operate as a Bar/Tavern serving Beer, Cider, Wine & Liquor. Entertainment will consist of recorded music, DJs, Juke Box, Karaoke, & live acoustic music. There will not be dancing at the premises. Applicant's principal Scott Lawson will manage with 4-6 employees and no security staff. NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020- 00412 (OVER) REASON FOR REFERRAL 2020- 00513 REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

NEW YORK OP 1319843 GLASS CEILING EVENTS LLC FILED: 08/01/2019 OBA: GLASS CEILING 500' HEARING: 12/02/2019 1204 NEW YORK, NY 10001

(NEW ON PREMISES LIQUOR)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 03/24/2020 determined:

Item held over at the applicant's request to the 04/15/2020 Full Board meeting.

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020- 00414 (OVER) REASON FOR REFERRAL 2020-00514 REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

KINGS L 1322308 FINE WINES INC. FILED: 09/30/2019 211 MCGUINNESS BOULEVARD BROOKLYN, NY 11222

(NEW PACKAGE STORE)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 03/24/2020 determined:

Item held over to the 04/01/2020 Full Board meeting at the request of the applicant Item held over to the 04/15/2020 Full Board meeting at the request of the opposition

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020- 00283 (OVER) REASON FOR REFERRAL 2020- 00446J (OVER) REQUEST FOR DIRECTION 2020-00515

QUEENS OP 1319842 RIVER VALLEY CORP. FILED: 08/01/2019 78-01 ROOSEVELT AVENUE, 500' HEARING: 08/26/2019 BASEMENT JACKSON HEIGHTS, NY 11372

(NEW ON PREMISES LIQUOR)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 03/09/2020 determined:

Terrence Flynn, Esq ., appeared for the applicant

Item held over to the 03/24/2020 Full Board meeting at the applicant's req uest

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 03/24/2020 determined:

Item held over to the 04/15/2020 Full Board meeting at the request of the applicant

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020- 00422 (OVER) REASON FOR REFERRAL 2020- 00516 REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

QUEENS L 1319738 J&W WINE AND LIQUOR CORP FILED: 07/26/2019 60-03 ELIOT AVENUE MAS PETH , NY 11378

(NEW PACKAGE STORE)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 03/24/2020 determined:

Item held over to the 04/15/2020 Full Board meeting at the request of the applicant

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020- 00423 (OVER) REASON FOR REFERRAL 2020-00517 REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

NEW YORK L 1320273 85 WINE CORP FILED: 08/16/2019 OBA: 85 FINE WINE AND SPIRITS 1505 NEW YORK, NY 10028

(NEW PACKAGE STORE)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 03/24/2020 determined:

Item held over to the 04/15/2020 Full Board meeting at the request of the applicant

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: COUNSEL'S OFFICE

2020- 00439 (OVER) REASON FOR REFERRAL 2020- 00518 REQUEST FOR RECONSIDERATION

NEW YORK RW 1316030 KANEKEI INC. FILED: 01/31/2019 OBA: KANEKA Y RAM EN FB DISAPPROVED: 07/31/2019 535 HUDSON STREET-BASEMENT NEW YORK, NY 10014

(FULL BOARD DISAPPROVAL: NEW RESTAURANT WINE)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 03/24/2020 determined:

Item held over to the 04/15/2020 Full Board meeting at the request of the applicant

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020- 00401 (OVER) REASON FOR REFERRAL 2020-00519 REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

BRONX OP 1309683 1353 RESTAURANT CORP FILED: 09/24/2019 OBA: BESTIA KITHCEN 1353 EDWARD L GRANT HIGHWAY BRONX, NY 10452

(CHANGE IN METHOD OF OPERATION)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 03/24/2020 determined:

Item held over to the 04/15/2020 Full Board meeting at the request of the licensee

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020- 00404 (OVER) REASON FOR REFERRAL 2020-00520 REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

NEW YORK OP 1317057 ELMER KENNEDY LLC FILED: 03/27/2019 DBA: PASQUALEJONES 500' HEARING: 05/02/2019 86 KENMARE STREET NEW YORK, NY 10012

(CLASS CHANGE FROM RESTAURANT WINE TO ON PREMISES LIQUOR)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 03/24/2020 determined:

Item held over to the 04/15/2020 Full Board meeting at the request of the applicant

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020- 00405 (OVER) REASON FOR REFERRAL 2020- 00521 REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

NEW YORK RW 1291649 ELMER KENNEDY LLC FILED: 03/21/2019 DBA: PASQUALEJONES 86 KENMARE STREET NEW YORK, NY 10012

(CHANGE IN METHOD OF OPERATION)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 03/24/2020 determined:

Item held over to the 04/15/2020 Full Board meeting at the request of the applicant

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020- 00166 (OVER) REASON FOR REFERRAL 2020- 00371 (OVER) REQUEST FOR DIRECTION 2020- 00446R (OVER) 2020-00522

KINGS OP 1299536 ORI COLLECTIVE LLC FILED: 06/11/2019 OBA: MAD TROPICAL 236 TROUTMAN STREET BROOKLYN, NY 11237

(CHANGE IN METHOD OF OPERATION)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 02/13/2020 determined:

Robert Romano, Esq ., appeared with applicant Ingrid Ammann.

Held over at the applicant's request to 03/09/2020 Full Board meeting to obtain a submission from Community Board.

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 03/09/2020 determined:

Robert Romano, Esq., appeared for the applicant.

Item held over to 03/24/2020 at the applicant's request.

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 03/24/2020 determined:

Item held over to the 04/15/2020 Full Board meeting by the Members to obtain clarification from applicant

Voting was as follows: 1. CHAIRMAN VINCENT G. BRADLEY Voted : NO 2. COMMISSIONER GREELEY T. FORD Voted : YES 3. COMMISSIONER LILY M. FAN Voted: YES The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020- 00304 (OVER) REASON FOR REFERRAL 2020- 00446T (OVER) REQUEST FOR DIRECTION 2020-00523

KINGS OP 1319685 ALL NIGHT SKATE INC. FILED: 07/24/2019 OBA: ALL NIGHT SKATE 437 MARION STREET AKA: 54 ROCKAWAY AVENUE BROOKLYN, NY 11233

(NEW ON PREMISES LIQUOR)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 03/09/2020 determined:

Kenneth Belkin, Esq ., appeared with Daniel Waits, Olivia Hu and Mitchell Mccann, applicants

After conference with Counsel, item held over to the 03/24/2020 Full Board meeting for a 200' Law investigation

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 03/24/2020 determined:

Item held over to the 04/15/2020 Full Board meeting for completion of a 200' Law investigation

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020-00524 REASON FOR REFERRAL REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

QUEENS OP 1307871 J PLUS CORP FILED: 10/24/2019 OBA: NINE PLUS 136-28 39th AVENUE FLUSHING, NY 11354

(CHANGE IN METHOD OF OPERATION)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: MEMORANDUM State Liquor Authority License Bureau

To: Members of the Authority Date: March 2, 2020

From: Adam Roberts, Deputy Commissioner

Subject: Queens OP 1307871 J Plus Corp. OBA: Nine Plus 136-28 39th Avenue Flushing, NY 11354

Type of Application: Change in Method of Operation

Question(s) to be considered: Original application, subject to 500' Law, was approved conditioned on a 2 AM closing Sunday through Wednesday nights and 4 AM closing on Thursday through Saturday nights. Applicant seeks to close at 4 AM every night.

Protests: None (Queens Community Board #7 opposed original approval of original application until applicant addressed pending municipal violations).

Description of Premises: As described in Establishment Questionnaire submitted with the original application, the premises occupy space on the ground floor of a mixed-use building. The maximum occupancy is 200 with 17 rooms, tables that have 7 to 12 sears and a customer bar with 7 seats. The Establishment Questionnaire submitted with the change of method of method of operation requests states that the premises have a maximum occupancy of 2,224 and that there are now 20 rooms (with 3 rooms on the mezzanine level of the building).

Note: The applicant has never applied for approval to add the mezzanine space (and additional 3 rooms) to the licensed premises.

Method of Operation: Bar/Tavern serving beer, wine, cider and liquor. Karaoke music only, no live music, recorded music, DJs, juke box or dancing. Applicant's principal manages with 15 employees and security. The original Method of Operation states that there will be 2 security persons. The Method of Operation submitted with this request does not provide the size of the security staff. NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020-00525 REASON FOR REFERRAL REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

QUEENS OP 1318799 KITCHEN 44 CORP FILED: 06/13/2019 OBA: CHICK-N-SOUP 30-12B ASTORIA BOULEVARD ASTORIA, NY 11102

(NEW ON PREMISES LIQUOR)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: MEMORANDUM State Liquor Authority License Bureau

To: Members of the Authority Date: January 07, 2020

From: Adam Roberts, Deputy Commissioner

Subject: Queens OP 1318799 Kitchen 44 Corp OBA: Chick-N-Soup 30-128 Astoria Boulevard Astoria, NY 11102

Type of Application: On Premises Liquor

Question(s) to be considered: (1) Applicant has been denied three 3 times at this location: (a) an application filed on 8/3/15 was denied because of deficiencies in the application; (b) an application filed on 2/3/17 was denied because of deficiencies; and ( c) an application filed on 10/3/17 that was conditionally approved was denied after the applicant's principal was arrested on felony drug charges. (2) Does the applicant have the requisite character and fitness to hold a license: (a) the applicant's principal has two convictions for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 7th Degree (Class A Misdemeanor), the most recent on 11/26/18; and (b) the applicant's principal has changed his disclosed employment history from the prior applications.

Protests: None

Description of Premises: The premises is located on the ground floor and basement of a mixed-use two­ story building with residential units above. There is interior access between the ground floor and basement via stairs. Maximum occupancy of the premises is 74 with table seating for 36 and 9 seats at the customer bar.

Method of Operation: Restaurant, seven employees, no security and principal will manage. Recorded music and DJ only- no live music, juke box, karaoke or dancing. The applicant proposes to close the premise 2 - 3 times per year to host birthdays and other family events. NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020-00526 REASON FOR REFERRAL REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

MONROE OP 3163741 ROOKIE'S SPORTSBAR AND GRILL FILED: 09/17/2019 OF ROCHESTER LLC 716 RIDGE ROAD E ROCHESTER, NY 14621 T/O IRONDEQUOIT

(NEW ON PREMISES LIQUOR)

The Members of the Authority at their regu lar meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: MEMORANDUM State Liquor Authority License Bureau

To: Members of the Authority Date: March 2, 2020

From: Adam Roberts, Deputy Commissioner

Subject: Monroe OP 3163741 Rookie's Sportsbar and Grill LLC 716 Ridge Rd E Rochester, NY 14621 TIO Irondequoit

Type of Application: On Premises Liquor

Question(s) to be considered: The previous license at this location was cancelled. There is a contract of sale and promissory note between the previous licensee and the applicant.

Protests: No

Description of Premises: Premises is located in a shopping plaza and consists of a bar area, kitchen, dining area, storage area, office and restrooms. There are 15 tables with seating for 60. The tables, as well as a pool table will be moved to create a dance floor. The customer bar has seating for 12.

Method of Operation: Bar/Tavern with 8 employees and 1 security guard on Friday and Saturday nights. Principal will manage the premises. There will be recorded and live (acoustic, jazz, country & rock) music with patron dancing. NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020-00527 REASON FOR REFERRAL REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

NEW YORK AX 1320487 581 R&V FOOD CORP FILED: 08/27/2019 581 WEST 207TH STREET NEW YORK, NY 10034

(NEW GROCERY STORE BEER/WINE PRODUCTS)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: MEMORANDUM State Liquor Authority License Bureau

To: Members of the Authority Date: March 3, 2020

From: Adam Roberts, Deputy Commissioner

Subject: New York AX 1320487 581 R&V Food Corp. 581 W. 207th Street New York, NY 10034

Type of Application: New Grocery Store Beer and Wine Products

Question(s) to be considered: Is the applicant principal the only person with an interest in the licensed business? (1) Arcedo Valdez, the applicant principal's father, was the lender for a prior applicant who was disapproved at this location. Among the reasons for disapproval, Mr. Valdez failed to disclose his licensing history with the Authority. (2) The entire investment in the applicant's business is from a gift made by the applicant principal's parents from their business account. The gift represents a significant portion of the business account. (3) Mr. Valdez failed to disclose his complete licensing history with the Authority in this application. (4) The applicant principal has no experience in the industry. (5) The applicant states the business was started in April 2019, but the lease is effective February 2018.

Protests: None

Description of Premises: The premise is located on the ground floor and basement of a six-story apartment building. Ground floor consists of food prep area, shelving area, coolers, and checkout area. Basement consists of the two storerooms and cold storage for alcohol. There is interior access to the basement via interior stairs.

Method of Operation: Grocery Store, with two (2) employees, the principal will manage. NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020-00528 REASON FOR REFERRAL REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

QUEENS L 1321478 T J WINE & SPIRITS INC. FILED: 09/30/2019 188-08 NORTHERN BOULEVARD FLUSHING, NY 11358

(NEW PACKAGE STORE)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: MEMORANDUM State Liquor Authority License Bureau

To: Members of the Authority Date: February 24, 2020

From: Adam Roberts, Deputy Commissioner

Subject: Queens L 1321478 T J Wine & Spirits Inc 188-08 Northern Boulevard Flushing, NY 11358

Type of Application: New Package Store/Self Certified

Question(s) to be considered: Will issuance of this license serve public convenience and advantage?

Protests: Queens L 1276509 - Francis Wines and Spirits Queens L 1296709 - Northern Wine and Liquor Inc

Description of Premises: The premises is located on the ground floor and basement of a mixed use, two story, building. The ground floor consists of retail sales area, office and rest room. The basement will be used for storage. Total space is 1,800 square feet with 750 square feet devoted to retail space. There is interior connection between the ground floor and basement via interior stairs.

Method of Operation: Liquor store with two (2) employees and principal will manage. Applicant will not offer internet sales and will not have a bullet proof configuration. NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020-00529 REASON FOR REFERRAL REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

BRONX AX 1321902 YAYl'S DELI & GROCERY CORP FILED: 10/02/2019 526 EAST 183RD STREET BRONX, NY 10458

(NEW GROCERY STORE BEER/WINE PRODUCTS)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: MEMORANDUM State Liquor Authority License Bureau

To: Members of the Authority Date: March 25, 2020

From: Adam Roberts, Deputy Commissioner

Subject: Bronx AX 1321902 Yayi's Deli & Grocery, Corp. 526 E 183rd St Bronx, NY 10458

Type of Application: Grocery Store Selling Beer and Wine Products

Question(s) to be considered: Prior license at this location was cancelled by the Full Board on 9/26/18 for availing. Name & location stops were also ordered.

Protests: None

Description of Premises: The premises is located on the ground floor of a multi-use six-story building with residential units above. The ground floor consists of a deli, retail area, cashier, display shelves, restroom, and storage space. There is exterior access to the basement located in front of the premises.

Method of Operation: Grocery store with two (2) employees including the principal. The principal will manage. NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020- 00387 (OVER) REASON FOR REFERRAL 2020-00530 REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

NEW YORK L 1320403 NYC DISCOUNT WINE & LIQUOR FILED: 08/21/2019 CORP OBA: DISCOUNT WINE & LIQUOR 2800 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD NEW YORK, NY 10039

(NEW PACKAGE STORE)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 03/24/2020 determined:

Item held over to the 04/15/2020 Full Board meeting at the request of the applicant

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020-00531 REASON FOR REFERRAL REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

NEW YORK OP 1308800 LAKE ERIE GROUP LLC, 4300 BB FILED: 03/02/2018 KITCHEN LLC & 4300 SB KITCHEN LLC CONDITIONAL APPROVAL: 05/10/2018 4300 BROADWAY NEW YORK, NY 10033

(NEW ON PREMISES LIQUOR- REQUEST TO EXTEND CONDITIONAL APPROVAL)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM: LICENSING BUREAU

2020- 00540 REASON FOR REFERRAL REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

ERIE OP 3163634 STILETTO CLUB LLC FILED: 08/20/2019 3747 LAKE SHORE ROAD BLASDELL, NY 14219

(NEW ON PREMISES LIQUOR)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: MEMORANDUM State Liquor Authority License Bureau

To: Members of the Authority Date: March 5, 2020

From: Adam Roberts, Deputy Commissioner

Subject: Erie OP 3163634 Stiletto Club LLC 3747 Lake Shore Rd Blasdell, NY 14219

Type of Application: On Premises Liquor

Question(s) to be considered: (1) The most recent application for a license at this location was disapproved for cause. (2) The last three licensees at this location have disciplinary history, with the last two licenses being cancelled

Protests: None

Description of Premises: The premises is a two story free standing building. Premises consists of seating area , stage, customer bar, liquor storage, DJ booth, restrooms, utility rooms, private rooms, audio visual room , walk-in coolers, kitchen , retail shop, restrooms, lounge area and closet on the first floor. Dressing rooms, restrooms/showers, storage rooms and offices on the second floor. Maximum Occupancy is 169 and there are 12 tables with a total of 48 seats. There is one 1 irregular-shaped customer bar which is 37 feet with 15 seats.

Note: The diagram submitted with the application depicts 14 (not 12) tables with seating for 52. The diagram also depicts 24 seats around the stage. If the stage will be used for topless dancing, the seats do not appear to be the required 6 feet away.

Method of Operation: Night club with 65 employees, principal will manage and will also employ a manager. 5 security personnel. There will be a DJ , recorded and live music. There will be topless entertainment with employees dancing for entertainment. NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM : LICENSING BUREAU

2020-00541 REASON FOR REFERRAL REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

MONROE AX 3163750 KIRKLAND MINI MART INC . FILED: 09/17/2019 OBA: KIRKLAND MINI MART 191 GENESEE STREET ROCHESTER, NY 14611

(NEW GROCERY STORE BEER/WINE PRODUCTS)

The Members of the Authority at their regula r meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: MEMORANDUM State Liquor Authority License Bureau

To: Members of the Authority Date: Mach 5, 2020

From: Adam Roberts, Deputy Commissioner

Subject: Monroe AX 3163750 Kirkland Mini Mart Inc. Ki rkland Mini Mart 191 Genesee St Rochester, NY 14611

Type of Application: Grocery Store Beer and wine Products

Question(s) to be considered: The previous license at this location was cancelled for availing. The company availing the license applied and was disapproved twice for a license at this location. That company is selling the business to the applicant.

Protests: No

Description of Premises: Premises is located on the 1st floor of a two (per application) or three (per Google Maps photo) story residential/commercial building. There is one customer entrance at the front of the store and one emergency exit at the back of the store.

Method of Operation: Grocery Store with 0 employees, principal to manage NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM : LICENSING BUREAU

2020-00542 REASON FOR REFERRAL REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

NEW YORK RW 1320195 SOLARO INC. FILED: 08/14/2019 OBA: SOLARO 13 CARMINE STREET NEW YORK, NY 10014

(NEW RESTAURANT WINE)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: MEMORANDUM State Liquor Authority License Bureau

, To: Members of the Authority Date: March 26, 2020

From: Adam Roberts, Deputy Commissioner

Subject: New York RW 1320195 Solaro Inc DBA - Solaro 13 Carmine Street New York, NY 10014

Type of Application: Restaurant Wine

Question(s) to be considered: (1) The funding for the business is being provided by a former licensee who was cancelled in 2020. (2) Applicant seeking waiver of two restroom requirement.

Protests: None

Description of Premises: Premises is located on the ground floor and cellar of a 5-story mixed use building. The ground floor will consist of seating for 48 at 22 tables, one customer bar, 16 bar stools, one restroom, one kitchen and stairs leading down to the cellar. Ground floor will also consist of a front outdoor sidewalk cafe which will contain 9 tables and 18 seats within moveable barrier(s). Cellar will be used for storage of alcoholic beverages. No interior access to and from any other floors within the premises. Maximum occupancy is listed as 74 inside and 18 outside.

Method of Operation: Restaurant with 10 employees. Principal will manage the premises daily with the help of an assistant manager. There will be recorded background music. There will be no security personnel, dancing, live music or topless entertainment permitted. NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY FULL BOARD AGENDA MEETING OF 04/15/2020 REFERRED FROM : LICENSING BUREAU

2020- 00543 REASON FOR REFERRAL REQUEST FOR DIRECTION

WYOMING L 3164363 WARSAW HOSPITALITY LLC FILED: 12/10/2019 OBA: STELLAR SPIRITS & WINES

FROM: 248 SOUTH MAIN STREET WARSAW, NY 14569

TO: 2382 ROUTE 19, SUITE 6 WARSAW, NY 14569

(PACKAGE STORE REMOVAL)

The Members of the Authority at their regular meeting held at the Zone 2 Albany Office on 04/15/2020 determined: MEMORANDUM State Liquor Authority License Bureau

To: Members of the Authority Date: February 24, 2020

From: Adam Roberts, Deputy Commissioner

Subject: Wyoming L 3164363 From: Wyoming L 3156128 Warsaw Hospitality LLC Stellar Spirits & Wines 2382 Rte 19 Suite 6 248 S Main St Warsaw, NY 14569 Warsaw, NY 14569

Type of Application: Package Store Removal

Question(s) to be considered: Will Removal of this license serve public convenience and advantage? Applicant is proposing to move 2.3 miles. Applicant proposes moving from a 1,452 square foot store to a 1,290 square foot store with 957 square feet of retail. The four closest liquor stores have not changed.

Note: Applicant's reason for removal is that the parking at the current location has become very limited creating a problem for neighbors, traffic flow and deliveries.

Protests: None

Description of Premises: Premises will occupy a 1,290 square foot space (957 square feet devoted to retail) in a shopping plaza. One customer entrance at front of premises, one emergency exit/delivery door at rear of premises. The premises does not have a bullet-proof configuration.

Method of Operation: Liquor Store with two employees; Principal to work there and a manager to be hired. Applicant does not engage in internet sales.