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Session 1932 August 16, 2004 business. Police background checks reveal no alcohol-related offenses. No reason has been uncovered to recommend delay or denial of this license application. Ms. Colquitt moved approval and Ms. Welsch seconded. Ms. Brot asked for clarification about some information provided to Councilmembers regarding the applications for a liquor license, and Mr. Ollendorff advised that his purpose in providing details was to give Councilmembers a complete picture of the applicant to enable their decision making in the matter. He further explained that liquor licenses are somewhat different than other licenses, to which people have a "right." A liquor license is more of a privilege and the Council has a great deal more "leeway." He is especially interested in the applicant's background as it relates to the liquor license, e.g. violation of liquor or alcohol laws or alcohol-related law enforcement issues. Ms. Brot said reports of drug paraphernalia bother her. She questioned what her options are if she is concerned about the viability of issuing a liquor license and was advised that she could vote against it. Ms. Welsch added that she had similar concerns, but felt that details included in the license application reassured her of the applicant's capability to operate under a liquor license. She would respond differently if this were an application for a new license, but since it is a transfer of a license and the recent history shows successful operation with no problems, she would vote in favor of it. The application passed unanimously. AGENDA ITEM #8 - City Hall Restoration Architectural Contract Amendment Mr. Ollendorff recommended approval of an amendment to the agreement between University City and Trivers Associates, Inc., to provide additional architectural and engineering services for the renovation of City Hall. The amendment adds all professional services required for determining the sequence and design of improvement noted in the original contract studies including plan preparation, bidding, and contract administration at a base cost of $220,810 plus reimbursable costs estimated at $5,500 all as spelled out in the scope of services attached to and made a part of the contract amendment. This scope of services includes L.E.E.D.S. certification which if not required by Council would reduce this contract amendment by cost by $25,000. Councilmember Shelley Welsch removed herself from the Council chambers due to a conflict of interest issue with this item. Mr. Sharpe move approval and Ms. Brot seconded the motion. Mr. Sharpe asked about a $25,000 amount and if it will remain, and Mr. Ollendorff said the contract includes the design work necessary for L.E.E.D.S. certification. The L.E.E.D.S. will be included in the design work unless the Council decides against it. Page 8