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Resolution Requesting Non-Renewal of Liquor License No. 186555-2011 held by V.R. Entertainment Network, Inc. (d/b/a Dream NiteClub & Lounge)
Memorandum
The attached resolution requests acceptance and adoption of the Findings and Recommendations of the Liquor Hearing Officer for the City of Ann Arbor in connection with the objection to the Renewal of Liquor License No. 186555-2011 held by V.R. Entertainment Network, Inc. (d/b/a Dream NiteClub & Lounge).
Objections to renewal were recommended by the City Administration and the City Liquor License Review Committee in accordance with the procedures set forth in Section 9:79 of the Ann Arbor City Code based on violations of Section 9:79(1)(c), 9:79(1)(d) and 9:70(1)(e)(iii) and (iv).
A hearing was held on the matter on March 19, 2012, after proper notice, including the proposed objection to non-renewal and the detailed reasons for the proposed action, before the duly appointed Hearing Officer for the City. Licensee was represented by Counsel and afforded the opportunity to defend itself by confronting adverse witness, present witnesses, evidence and arguments. Licensee presented no witnesses but did cross-examine the City’s witnesses and present arguments.
Hearing Officer, after deliberation, has issued his Findings and Recommendations in the matter. A copy of which is attached.
Objection to Renewal of Liquor License No. 186555-2011 is recommended.
Staff
Prepared by: Mary Joan Fales, Senior Assistant City Attorney
Reviewed by: Council member Derezinski, Hearing Officer
Sponsored by: Council Liquor License Review Committee
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Whereas, An administrative hearing was conducted on March 19, 2011, regarding the Class C Liquor License No. 186555-2011 held by V.R. Entertainment Network, Inc. (d/b/a Dream Niteclub & Lounge);
Whereas, Proper notice of the hearing was given to the Licensee, and Licensee being present and represented by counsel and given its due process rights including notice of th...
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