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Session 1092, 11inutes January 6, 1975 RECESS: Mayor Kaufman announced reconvened. Page 4 a recess at 8:301 P.II. and at 8:45 P.I:. the Council Alcoholic Beverages, continued: Mr. Poger was invited to continue his presentation. Discussing the litiga- tion which had taken place, Iir. Poger explained what he understood to be Judge Richardson's opinion in the injunction suit vs. the present ordinance and his reference, in the opinion, to cutting down noise in front of the Pastrami Joynt. l4r. Poger contended that the proposed ordinances set up false standards for closing, and tie maintained that it we::ld be unfair for any restaurants not selling drinks to be permitted to stay open 24 hours a day. Ile quoted from Judge Richardson's opinion. Mr. Poger said that under the economic conditions that exist today, it is imperative for his client to stay open after 1:30 A.H. and he maintained that his client has the right to stay open. lie stressed the fact that the Pastrami Joynt operators have done nothing to violate either the laws of the State of Missouri or the laws of the City of University City with regard to the application of the license. Upon inquiry by Councilman Lerner whether Hr. Poger 'believes that the City has the authority and the power to enact the proposed ordinances, Hr. Poger replied that he is not certain about this because of cases in other states. They debated the issue of closing hours by establishments serving intoxicating liquor. Mayor Kaufman asked whether ;ir. Poger has checked the practices of surrounding communities in terns of closing hours of establishments comparable to that of his client, and Iir. Poger said lie is not aware of any. The following persons spoke in support of the Pastrami Joynt being permitted to remain open after 1:30 A.I41. They felt, in the main, that it provides a much needed service, offering a convenient, relaxing place to go to for good food, after work, a show, etc. Further, that the City should do everything possible to keep good, clean businesses in University City and should make every attempt to encourage good development in this Community. Dr. Helvin L. Goldman 8650 Barby Lane Iir. James G. Lampe, 7579 Olive Street Road, owner of the Arcade Lane :yowling Alley. Ile is opposed to the proposed closing hours because it would result in putting him out of business. Ile said he finds it necessary, quite frequently, to remain open all night. ;le said he has a liquor license and closes the bar in accordance with State law, but does keep his place open at all hours to accommodate the bowlers. Mr. C. E. Bidwell, 3112 Zoe Drive, Berkeley Mr. Wilbert :line, 1112 Cantina, St. Louis County At this juncture, Layer Kaufman stated that the Council has not made a judg- ment on this matter; these are bills which have been introduced by a member of this Council which will be evaluated very seriously after the public hearing is concluded, and it is unlikely that a determination will be reached this evening. Continued, next page