HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 08 December 22, 2015 Item No. ____
PUBLIC HEARING – BARLEY & VINE, LLC
ON-SALE AND SUNDAY LIQUOR
Proposed Action
Staff recommends adoption of the following motion: Move to grant an on-sale and Sunday
liquor license to Barley & Vine, 17516 Dodd Boulevard.
Overview
In accordance with Title 3-1-6-2 of the Lakeville City Code, the City Council will conduct a
public hearing on the application of Barley & Vine LLC for an on-sale and Sunday liquor license.
Barley & Vine LLC plans to reopen the restaurant formerly known as Copper River Fish & Chop
House. The restaurant has indoor seating for 265 persons with an additional 80 seats on the
outdoor patio. The patio is not located in the O-R or C-CBD districts and is, therefore, not
subject to the patio hour restrictions.
The Police Department reviewed the application for an on-sale and Sunday liquor license.
Background investigations were conducted on the owners, David L. Breen, Joseph S. Soto, Jeff
Danielson and Robert B. Kinsella. Approval is recommended. Mr. Kinsella, who is a Lakeville
resident, will attend the public hearing.
Primary Issues to Consider
• The applicant meets all requirements for an on-sale and Sunday liquor license.
Supporting Information
• Investigative report by Lt. Jason Polinski
Charlene Friedges, City Clerk
Financial Impact: $___N/A_________Budgeted: Y/N ____ Source: __________________
Community Values: Good Value for Public Services _____________________
Barley and Vine, LLC.
17516 Dodd Blvd., Lakeville MN 55044
Investigative Summary
Lt. Jason Polinski
Background Investigation Process
All parties listed on the liquor license application as either an officer or an owner of the
business are required to complete a part II application, which includes personal
information and character references.
Several automated databases are used to do the criminal background checks on these
individuals. These databases include:
• Computerized Criminal History which shows all criminal contacts.
• CrimNet which shows any court related actions and whether the individual has
been detained in any correctional facility in Minnesota.
• Department of Vehicle Services which gives driver’s license status and potential
arrest warrant information.
• Lakeville Police Department In-House Records which shows any local
contacts.
• Experian Credit Reporting Database
• Personal References are contacted and questioned reference the length of time
they have known the applicant, as well as how they are acquainted. A
generalization of the applicant’s character, drinking habits and financial dealings,
as well as any knowledge of criminal history with the applicant.
Applicants Included in Investigation
President: David Breen
Owner: Joseph Soto
Owner: Jeff Danielson
Treasurer: Robert Kinsella
Summary of Findings to Date
Mr. Breen has applied for an on-sale liquor and Sunday liquor license for the business he
is opening, Barley and Vine, LLC. In his application material, all four persons listed
above are listed as a financially interested party.
Background checks were done on the applicant’s reference law enforcement contacts,
warrants, and criminal history. The following was discovered:
David Breen:
• In house name research: Clear
• State and Federal Persons check: Clear
• Computerized criminal history: Clear
• ISS (BCA): Clear
Joseph Soto:
• In house name research: Clear
• State and Federal Persons check: Clear
• Computerized criminal history: Clear
• ISS (BCA): Clear
Jeff Danielson:
• In house name research: Clear
• State and Federal Persons check: Clear
• Computerized criminal history: Clear
• ISS (BCA): Not clear – 6 traffic related offenses, 1 DNR offense.
Robert Kinsella:
• In house name research: Clear
• State and Federal Persons check: Clear
• Computerized criminal history: Clear
• ISS (BCA): Not clear – 1 traffic related offense.
Conclusions:
The background investigation is complete.
The Lakeville Police Department has no reservations as to the approval for an on-sale
liquor and Sunday liquor license.