91 and 101 W. Main St - Staff Report and Exhibits 1-10DATE:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
TOWN OF LOS GATOS
PLANNING COMMISSION
REPORT
MARCH 3, 2017
PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING DATE: 03/08/2017
ITEM NO: 5
JOEL PAULSON, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION U-16-008 . PROJECT LOCATION :
91AND101 W. MAIN STREET. PROPERTY OWNER: YERMONT BUILDING.
LLC. APPLICANT: TERI HOPE.
CONSIDER A REQUEST FORAPPROVAL OF A MODIFICATION OF AN
EXISITING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (LOS GATOS COFFEE ROASTING
COMPANY) TO ALLOW ON-SITE AND OFF-SITE BEER AND WINE SERVICE
AND ENTERTAINMENT BEFORE 10:00 P.M. ON PROPERTY ZONED C-2 :LHP .
APN 529-01-025.
DEEMED COMPLETE: FEBRUARY 6, 2017
FINAL DATE TO TAKE ACTION: AUGUST, 6 2017
RECOMMENDATION:
Forward a recommendation to Town Council for approval of the Conditional Use Permit
application.
PROJECT DATA:
General Plan Designation: Central Business District
Zoning Designation : Central Business District: Landmark Historic Preservation,
C-2:LHP
Applicable Plans & Standards: General Plan
Parcel Size:
PREPARED BY:
10,890 square feet
LEVI HILL
Associate Planner
Reviewed by : Planning Manager and Community Development Director
110 E. Main Street Los Gatos, CA 95030 • 408-354-6874
www.losgatosca.gov
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SUBJECT: 91 AND 101 W. MAIN STREET /U-16-008
DATE: MARCH 3, 2017
Surrounding Area:
! Existing Land Use I General Plan
North ! Commercial i Central Business District
East Commercial i Central Business District
South Commercial I Central Business District
West Commercial I Central Business District
g.QA:
l Zoning
I C-2:LHP
C-2:LHP
C~2
C-2:LHP
The project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to the adopted Guidelines for the Implementation
of the California Environmental Quality Act, Section 15301: Existing Facilities. No significant
effect on the environment will occur since the project uses an existing structure with no
increase in floor area.
FINDINGS:
• As required, pursuant to the adopted Guidelines for the Implementation of the California
Environmental Quality Act, this project is Categorically Exempt, Section 15301: Existing
Facilities.
• As required by Section 29.20.190 of the Town Code for granting a Conditional Use
Permit.
ACTION:
Forward Conditional Use Permit U-16-008 to the Town Council with a recommendation of
approval.
BACKGROUND:
The subject site is located on the south side of W. Main Street. On September 19, 2011 the
Town Council approved a CUP (U-11-006) to allow a new restaurant use at 109 W. Main Street,
effectively separating the space from 91 and 101 W . Main Street both structurally and in terms
of land use entitlement. The approval consequently modified the conditions of approval for the
uses at 91 and 101 W. Main Street which currently allows a coffee shop, espresso bar, and retail
shop (Exhibit 4).
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SUBJECT: 91 AND 101 W. MAIN STREET /U-16-008
DATE: MARCH 3, 2017
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
A. Location and Surrounding Neighborhood
The project is located at 91 and 101 W. Main Street, on the south side of W. Main Street
between Park Avenue and Montebello Way (Exhibit 1}. The adjacent properties are
developed with commerc:ial buildings and ar~ located in the C-2:LHP zone with the
exception of the property to the south which is located in the C-2 zone.
B. Conditional Use Permit
The applicant is requesting the following modifications:
• Removal of the condition which restricts alcohol sales and service;
• Addition of a condition which allows on-site and off-site beer and wine service;
• Removal of the condition which restricts entertainment;
• Addition of a condition which allows entertainment before 10:00 p.m. pursuant to the
Policy for Late Night Entertainment (Exhibit 8); and
• Modification of a condition to allow hours of operation from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.,
seven days a week.
When reviewing a CUP, the deciding body should consider the information in the applicant's
business plan; however, the key consideration should be the explicit proposed use since the
business plan can change from owner to owner. The explicit use may be, and is often,
defined in the recommended conditions of approval as a "use" condition. The CUP runs
with the land, and the deciding body should review applications based on the explicit use as
opposed to the applicant or the applicant's business plan.
c. Zoning Compliance
The zoning for the property is C-2:LHP (Central Business District, Landmark Historic
Preservation}. Pursuant to the Table of Conditional Uses (Town Code Sec. 29.20.185), a
restaurant use is allowed with a CUP in the C-2:LHP zone.
DISCUSSION:
A. Project Summary
The applicant is requesting a modification to the existing CUP, which currently prohibits the
service or consumption of alcohol on the premises. The applicant is proposing the service
of beer and wine with the purchase of a qualified meal pursuant to the Town's Alcoholic
Beverage Policy. The applicant has provided a project description and sample menu
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detailing the meals that would be available for pa~rons wishing to purchase beer and wine
(Exhibit 5). Additionally, the applicant is proposing wine and beer tasting classes along with
off-site beer and wine sales in the existing retail section of the restaurant. All beer and wine
sales and service would cease by 10:00 p.m.
The applicant is also requesting to modify the conditions of their existing CUP which
currently limits live entertainment to a predetermined number of special events. The
applicant is proposing poetry readings, literature readings, light comedy, and musical
entertainment before 10:00 p.m. in compliance with the Policy for Late Night
Entertainment.
Additionally, the applicant is requesting to modify the restaurant's hours of operation from
6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., seven days a week to 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., seven days a week.
B. Alcoholic Beverage Policy
The Town's 2001 Alcoholic Beverage Policy (ABP) requires any new service of alcoholic
beverages to be reviewed by Planning Commission (Exhibit 7). Pursuant to Town Code, the
Planning Commission will make a recommendation to the Town Council and the Council has
final review authority. The proposed application meets the purpose, general policy, and
specific policy of the Town's ABP .
General Policy
The ABP's General Policy contains eight requirements. Requirements 4 and 6 are not
applicable to the subject application as the applicant is not proposing beer and wine sales or
service beyond 10:00 p.m.
Requirement 1 states "the Town shall continue to strongly discourage new applications for
standalone bars or restaurants with separate bars." The proposed use is an existing
restaurant and does not include a separate bar where beer and wine will be served without
a meal.
Requirement 2 states "the Town shall continue to discourage applications for
entertainment establishments serving alcoholic beverages." Furthermore, requirement 3
states "Entertainment in association with an eating or drinking establishment may be
allowed if standards and a permit process are adopted." The applicant is proposing
entertainment before 10:00 p.m., in conformance with the Town's Policy for Late Night
Entertainment.
Requirement 5 states "an establishment serving alcoholic beverages is subject to following
five provisions related to alcohol service:
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1. Uniformed privately provided security guards may be required in or around the
premises by the Chief of Police if alcohol related problems recur that are not resolved by
the licensed owner.
2. At the discretion of the Chief of Police, periodic meetings will be conducted with
representatives from the Police Department for on-going employee training on alcoholic
beverage service to the general public.
3. All establishments shall use an employee training manual that addresses alcoholic
beverage service consistent with the standards of the California Restaurant Association.
4. All licensed operators shall have and shall actively promote a designated driver program
such as complimentary non-alcoholic beverages for designated drivers.
5. Taxicab telephone numbers shall be posted in a visible location."
The provisions are induded as conditions of approval.
Requirement 7 defines a meal as "a combination of food items selected from a menu.
Appetizers such as popcorn, nachos, pretzels, potato skins, relish trays, etc. are not meals."
The applicant is proposing that patrons who wish to purchase beer and wine for on-site
consumption (not including tastings} will be required to also purchase a qualified meal. The
applicant has provided a sample menu deta i ling the available meal service in their project
descri ption (Exhibit 5).
Requirement 8 states "Alcoholic beverage service in approved outdoor seating areas may
be permitted if adequate separation from public areas is provided ." The existing restaurant
use does provide informal outdoor bench seati ng, however, the proposed beer and wine
service will only occur inside the restaurant. A condition of approval has been included
restricting beer and wine sales and service to the indoor portions of the tenant space .
C. Late Night Entertainment
In June of 2016, the Town Council adopted a Policy for Late Night Entertainment (Exhibit 8)
allowing entertainment complying with the currently adopted noise ordinance by right
before 10:00 p.m., and allowance for late night entertainment after 10:00 p .m . with the
approval of a separate Late Night Entertainment permit. This action was consistent with
the Town Council's adopted Strategic Priority to strengthen the Town's economic vitality
and provide businesses with greater opportunity for customer attraction and retention.
Bus i nesses that are not allowed or have limitations on live entertainment and/or amplified
sound, such as the subject restaurant, are required to submit applications for a modification
to their existing CUPs.
The applicant is requesting a modification to the existing CUP which currently limits live
entertainment to a predetermined number of special events. The applicant Is proposing
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poetry readings, literature readings, light comedy and musical entertainment before 10:00
p.m. in compliance with the Town's Policy for late Night Entertai nment.
D. Parking and Traffic
The applicant is not propos i ng additional square footage or seat ing at the existing
restaurant, therefore no parking or traffic related impacts are expected.
E. General Plan
The goals and policies of the 2020 General Plan applicable to this project include, but are
not limited to:
• Policy LU-9.2 -Maintain a variety of commercial uses, including a strong Downtown
commercial area combined with Los Gatos Boulevard and str ong neighborhood
commercial centers to meet the shopping needs of residents and to preserve the small-
town atmosphere.
• Polley LU-9.5-Encourage the development and retention of locally owned stores and
shops .
• Goal LU -10-To preserve Downtown Los Gatos as the historic center of the Town with
goods and services for local residents while maintaining the existing Town identity,
environment, and commercial vitality.
F. CEQA Determination
The project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to the adopted Guidelines for the
Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act, Section 15301: Existing
Facilities. No significant effect on the environment will occur since the project uses an
existing stn,icture with no increase in floor area.
G. Conditional Use Permit Findings
In order to grant approval of a Conditional Use Permit, the heari ng body must make the
following findings:
(1) The proposed use of the property is essent i al or desirable to the public convenience or
welfare; and
(2) The proposed use will not impair the integrity and character of the zone; and
(3) The proposed use would not be detrimental to public health, safety or general welfare;
and
(4) The proposed use ofthe property is in harmony with the various elements or objectives
of the General Plan and the purposes of the Town Code.
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DATE: MARCH 3, 2017
The proposed use is desirable to the public convenience and welfare in that it will provide
dining and entertainment options for residents and visitors downtown. The proposed use
will not impair the integrity and character of the zone in that the proposed use maintains an
existing restaurant use in a commercial zone. The proposed use will not impact public
health, safety, or general welfare as fhe conditions regarding operating hours, seating,
entertainment, and alcohol service would mitigate potential impacts. The use complies
with the objectives of the Gimcri:tl Plan and Town Code ;iS discussed within this report.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Written notice was sent to property owners and tenants within 300 feet of the subject
property. Written comments have been received regarding the proposed project and have
been included in Exhibit 9.
CONCLUSION:
A. Summary
The applicant is proposing to modify the conditions of their existing CUP pertaining to beer
and wine sales and service, entertainment, and hours of operation. No additional square
footage or seating are being proposed, therefore no impacts pertaining to parking or traffic
are expected. The existing restaurant use is proposed to remain and is in conformance with
the Town Code and is consistent with the General Plan.
B. Recommendation
Based on the above information, staff recommends the Planning Commission forward a
recommendation of approval to the Town Council. If the Planning Commission finds merit
with the proposal, it should:
1. Make the finding that the proposed project is categorically exempt, pursuant to Section
15301 of the California Environmentai Quaiity Act as adopted by the Town (Exhibit 2);
and
2. Make the required findings as required by Section 29.20.190 of the Town Code for
granting approval of a Conditional Use Permit (Exhibit 2); and
3. Forward a recommendation to Town Council for approval of CUP application U-16-008
with the conditions contained in Exhibit 3.
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C. Alternatives
Alternatively, the Commission can:
1. Recommend that the Town Council approve the application with additional and/or
modified conditions of approval; or
2. Recommend that the Town Council deny the application; or
3. Continue the application with direction to a specific hearing date.
EXHIBITS:
1. Location Map
2. Required Findings for Conditional Use Permit (one page)
3. Recommended Conditions of Approval (three pages)
4. Existing Conditional Use Permit (two pages)
5. Business Description/Letter of Justification, received November 16, 2016 (one page)
6. Supplemental Business Information, received February 6, 2017 (two pages)
7. Development Plans, received February 6, 2017 (one page)
8. Alcoholic Beverage Policy (six pages)
9. Late Night Entertainment Policy (two pages)
10. Public comments received by 11:00 a.m., Thursday, March 2, 2017
Distribution:
Teri Hope, 212 Bella Vista Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030
Vermont Building, LLC, 113 Edelen Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030
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EXHIBIT 1
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PLANNING COMMISSION -March 8, 2017
REQUIRED FINDINGS FOR:
91 & 101 W. Main St
Conditional Use Permit U-16-008
Requesting approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow on-site and off-site beer
and wine sales as well as entertainment on property zoned C-2: LHP.
APN 529-01-025
PROPERTY OWNER: Vermont Building, LLC
APPLICANT: Teri Hope
FINDINGS:
Required finding for CEQA:
• The project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to Section 15301 of the State Environmental
Guidelines as adopted by the Town. No significant effect on the environment will occur
since the project uses an existing structure with no increase In floor area.
Required findings for a Conditional Use Permit:
• As required by Section 29.20.190 of the Town Code for granting a Conditional Use Permit:
The deciding body, on the basis of the evidence submitted at the hearing, may grant a
conditional use permit when specifically authorized by the provisions of the Town Code if it
finds that:
1. The proposed use is desirable to the public convenience welfare in that it will provide
dining and entertainment options for residents and visitors downtown; and
2. The proposed use would not Impair the Integrity of the zone, ln that the proposed use Is
a commercial use and would be located in a commercial zone; and
3. The proposed use would not be detrimental to public health, safety, or general welfare,
and the conditions regarding operating hours, seating, entertainment, and alcohol
seryice would mitigate potential impacts; and
4. The proposed use is in harmony with the General Plan an d Town Co de.
EXBlBIT 2
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PLANNING COMMISSION -March 8, 2017
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
91 & 101 W. Main St.
Conditional Use Permit U-16-008
Requesting approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow on-site and off-site beer
and wine sales as well as entertainment on property zoned C-2: LHP .
AP N 529-01-02 5
PROPERTY OWNER: Vermont Building, LLC
APPLICANT: Teri Hope
TO THE SATISFACTION OF THE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:
Planning D ivision
1. APPROVAL: This application shall be completed in accordance with all of the conditions of
approval listed below. Any changes or modifications to the approved plans shall be
approved by the Community Development Director, the Development Review Committee,
the Planning Commission, or Town Council, depending on the scope of the changes.
2. USE: The approved use is a coffee shop, espresso bar, and retail shop .
3. LAPSE FOR DISCONTINUANCE: If the activity for which the · Conditional Use Permit has
been granted is discontinued for a period of one (1) year the approval lapses pursuant to
Section 29 .20.340 of the Zoning Ordinance.
4. NUMBER OF SEATS : The maximum number of seats shall not exceed 52 indoor seats and 6
seats on the outdoor benches in front of 91 and 101 W. Main Street. No additional seats
w i ll be allowed outside of the coffee shop, espresso bar, and retail shop.
5. HOURS OF OPERATION: Maximum hours of operation for the restaurant shall be 6:00 a.m.
to 11:00 ~ p.m., seven days a week.
6. ALCOHOL SERVICE: Neitt:ier aleet:iel serviee er eeRst:HJt~tieA is f:)ermittee at aRy time. No
beer or wine shall be served without meal service. with the exception of tastings. All
alcohol sales, service, and tastings shall cease no later than 10:00 p.m. No beer or wine
sales or service shall take place in the outdoor seating area.
7. SECURABLE BARRIER: The applicant must maintain a securable barrier between 101 and
109 W. Main Street. The barrier RU.1st be see1:1red Et1:1riRg all St=Jeeial e'leRts ReteEt as
allewed helew {see SPECIAL EVENTS eeRditieR).
8. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT: Ne li\'e eRteFtaiRmeRt s~all lie previeea eMeept as perfftitteli
dYriRg s~eeial e'leRts iR the eeRditieR helew. Entertainment before 10:00 p.m. in
conformance with the Town Policy Regulating Late Night Entertainment is allowed.
EXHIBIT 3
9. SPE:Cll\L PlE:NTS:
'8ACtiti8A Spe&ial &rJeAt &·teRt l)tpe
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/\ M FAa:KiRU::IFR of 1~ eyents peF •1eaF.
11\FAplified FRYSie a Re open mieFeJJl:ieRe.
11\dYlt SYpeF\lisieR IJFOYieee feF eael:i YAdeF
~letJeRt. AmJJlifiee musie sl:iall Ret go
1Qa.;-[veAts fer iRdivieYals YRBeF past 9:~Q PM, SYAelatf tl:irougl:t +:RYrselatj.
~ Amplified FRYSie SRall ROt ge past lQ PM
FFielatf a Rel SatYFelatts. Unser 21 eve Ats
sl:iall Rot go past UPM.
/\ . I"~ ma:KIFRYFR ef ig etJeA:l:s JJ@F tj@aF. GRe
Peetl)'{Mysie 'A!eekeAel eYeRt peF meRtl:i sel:teduled OR a weel~eRel
.wlh [tJeRiRg [veAtS eYeRiRg. Peet~1 a Rel amplifieel musie.
MYsie sl:iall eAel at Q:~Q PM.
:\6,(eelEltt eemmYAit11 meetiRgs {iAeh::1eliRg
tl::ie Les Gates Art AsseeiatioA 8eaFel 1 ea ap
.1Q&.. CommYAittf MeetiRgs AYele f.igYFe elFawiAg gFaup, anel \tliRe
appFeeiatioR leetYFe group) l:tele YJi~RiR
ROA ~YSiRess ROYFS . Musie a Re feoe
seF\liee Aot peFmitteel. EY@AtS will AOt go
past ;1,Q PM.
=l=tli!O Las Gates Roasting Campantf eYents
lQe . Los Gatos RoastiAg CompaAy per •1eaF, h·i ., iAYitatioR eRlj1• Amplif.ieel
ARRUal E:YeAts musie permitted, Musie sl::tall eAd at Q:~Q
PM,
10. WINDOW CURTAINS : Opaque window curtains must be placed in all storefront windows
during nude figure drawing classes.
11. RECYCLED CONTAINERS : Any take-out food shall be served in containers made of recycled
materials.
12. REUSABLE CONTAINERS : Pursuant to Town Code all on-site meals shall be served with re-
usable dishware and utensils.
13. TOWN INDEMNITY: Applicants are notified that Town Code Section 1.10.115 requires that
any applicant who receives a permit or entitlement from the Town shall defend,
indemnify, and hold harmless the Town and its officials in any action brought by a third
party to overturn, set aside, or void the permit or entitlement. This requirement is a
condition of approval of all such permits and entitlements whether or not expressly set
forth in the approval, and may be secured to the satisfaction ofthe Jown Attorney .
14. COMPLIANCE MEMEMORANDUM: A memorandum, in compliance with standard Town
practice, shall be prepared and submitted with the building permit detailing how the
conditions of approval will be addressed.
TO THE SATISFACTION OF THE CHIEF OF POLICE:
15. GENERAL: The restaurant is subject to the following:
a. Uniformed privately provided security guards may be required in or around the
premises by the Chief of Police if alcohol related problems recur that are not
resolved by the licensed owner.
b. At the discretion of the Chief of Police, periodic meetings will be conducted with
representatives from the Police Department for on-going employee training on
alcoholic beverage service to the general public.
c. All establishments shall use an employee training manual that addresses alcoholic
beverage service consistent with the standards of the California Restaurant
Association.
d. All licensed operators shall have and shall actively promote a designated driver
program such as complimentary non-alcoholic beverages for designated drivers.
e. Taxicab telephone numbers shall be posted In a visible location.
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL -September 19, 2011
For 91and101 W. Main Street
91and101 W. Main Street
Conditional Use PermitU-11-006
Requesting approval to operate a coffee shop, espresso bar, and retail shop (Los Gatos
Roasting Company) on property zoned C-2:LHP. APN 529-01-025.
PROPERTY OWNER: Sue Farwell
APPLICANT: Teri Hope
TO THE SATISFACTION OF THE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVEWPMENT:
Planning Division
1. APPROVAL: This application shall be completed in accordance with all of the conditions
of approval listed below. Any changes or modifications to the approved plans shall be
approved by the Community Development Director, the Development Review Committee,
the Planning Commission, or Town Council, depending on the scope of the changes.
2. USE: The approved use is a coffee shop, espresso bar, and retail shop.
3. LAPSE FOR DISCONTINUANCE: If the activity for which the Conditional Use Permit
has been granted is discontinued for a period of one (1) year the approval lapses pursuant to
Section 29.20.340 of the Zoning Ordinance.
4. NUMBER OF SEATS: The maximum number of seats shall not exceed 52 indoor seats
and 6 seats on the outdoor benches in front of 91 and 101 W. Main Street. No additional
seats will be allowed outside of the coffee shop, espresso bar, and retail shop.
5. HOURS OF OPERATION: Maximum hours of operation for the restaurant shall be 6:00
a.m. to 10:00 p.m., seven days a week.
6. ALCOHOL SERVICE: Neither alcohol service or consumption is permitted at any time.
7. SECURABLE BARRIER: The applicant must maintain a securable barrier between 101
and 109 W. Main Street. The barrier must be secured during all special events noted as
allowed below (see SPECIAL EVENTS condition).
8. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT: No live entertainment shall be provided except as permitted
during special events in the condition below.
9. SPECIAL EVENTS:
Condition Special Event Event Type
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A maximum of 12 events per year.
Amplified music ~d open microphone.
Adult supervision provided for each under
21event. Amplified music shall not go
lOa. Events for individuals under past 9:30 PM, Sunday through Thursday.
21 Amplified music shall not go past 10 PM
Friday and Saturdays. Under 21 events
shall not' go past 1 lPM.
EXHIBIT 4
Condition Special Event Event Type
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A maximum of 10 events per year. One
Poetry/Music Weekend event per month scheduled on a weekend
lOb. Evening Events evenmg. Poetry and amplified music.
Music shall end at 9:30 PM.
Weekly community meetings (including
the Los Gatos Art Association Board, co-
lOc. Community Meetings op nude figure drawing group, and wine
appreciation lecture group) held within
non-business hours. Music and food
service not permitted. Events will not go
past lOPM.
Two Los Gatos Roasting Company events
lOd. Los Gatos Roasting Company per year, by invitation only. Amplified
Annual Events music permitted. Music shall end at 9:30
PM.
10. WINDOW CURTAINS: Opaque window curtains must be placed in all storefront
windows during nude figure drawing classes.
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November 1, 2016
To: Town of Los Gatos Planning Commission
Regarding: Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company-91and101 West Main Street, Los Gatos.
Subject: CUP Modification Application -Written Description of Project
PROJECT OBJECTIVE -This project involves expanding the product lines and service s of the existing
business to include artesian wine and beer tasting events, sale and service of beer and wine. The project also proposes to
provide live entertainment; including poetry readings, literature, light comedy and musical entertainment inside the cafe
during evening hours. Please note -No additional seating is requested. No remodeling of the existing interior or
exterior is requested.
ENTERTAINMENT - Coffeehouses have a long tradition as establishments offering a casual atmosphere and
light entertainment. Local musicians, poets, authors and comedians would be provided the opportunity to craft their ·
artistry in public. The coffeehouse venue provides a great alternative to formal dining restaurants or bar serving hard
liquor and cover charges. The coffee house rounds out the variety of offerings in the neighborhood for local families and
friends to enjoy. Entrainment would be scheduled Wed., Thurs, Friday and Saturday evenings between 6pm and lOpm.
ARTISAN BEER & BOUTIQUE WINE -This project proposes the addition of beer and wine service to with
the intention to also allow for off-site sales oflocally produced boutique wines and craft beers by the bottle and the
addition of a tasting area to allow for "measured-pour" for tastings of beer .and wine appreciation activities. The
company already maintains a sales room dedicated to its retail merchandise offerings and plans to incorporate the beer
and wine by the bottle sales to that area of the store. A Type 20 Liquor License would be acquired in accordance with
Santa Clara County ABC.
. This request also includes the onsite sale of beer & wine to be served by the glass with meals inside the
establishment. Wines and beer will be available by the flight, glass, carafe or bottle. "Meet-the-Winemaker" (or Brew
Master) events will be scheduled for customer edification. The company will provide an ample food menu for quests
desiring wine or beer. A "qualified meal" will be required to accompany the service of alcohol. AType 41 Liquor
Licenses would be acquired in accordance with Santa Clara County ABC.
EXPANDED MENU -The project will provide an expanded menu to include savory dinner crepes and dessert
crepes as well as nightly specials menu to complement the featured beer and wine. The company has a n existing
infrastructure to prepare and serve food in accordance with the County Health Department.
HOURS OF OPERATION -The coffeehouse will continue to open its doors at 6 :00 am daily for morning
coffee, breakfast and brunch services. This project proposes the expansion of our hours of operation on Wednesdays,
Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays until lOpm
PLEA.SE NOTE-No additional seating is requested. No remodeling of the interior or exterior is requested.
In conclusion, we ask that the Town of Los Gatos Planning Commission recommend approval of this CUP
modification request to the Los Gatos Town Council.
Thank you for your consideration.
Submit ted by Teri Hope, business owner/operator and Los Gatos resident
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February 6, 2017
Attn: Levi Hill,. Project Planner
Cc: Monica Renn, Economic Vitality Manager
Re: Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company-CUP Application u ... 16 ... 008
Follow up information requested at the Dec 14, 2016 Staff Technical Review
1.) Re: Meals served with alcohol
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a.) Menu includes Savory Crepes, Panini's, Hearty Soups, &: Daily Entries. Please see
the attachment" A" with the detailed menu items.
b.) Ordering Food ... guests will place and pay for their food orders at the counter.
c.) Ordering Alcohol, guests will place ~d pay for beverage orders at the counter.
d) Food with Alcohol -all guests purchasing wine or beer will be required to also
p~se a meal to accompany their alcohol beverage.
e.) Delivery of Food&: Beverages will be delivered table side by servers.
2.) Re: Location of wine and beer tastings · ·
a.) Wine and beer tasting classes will he offered featuring winemakers &: brew masters
for consumer edification and p~ct marketing
b.) Tastings will be held in our .. Retail Department" located at the rear of the shop where
small groups. See the attachment "B" with highlighted "wine tasting area"
3) Re: Operating Holirs change request (Notuurrcnt CUP is 6am -10pm daily) ·
a.) General hours of operation will change to 6:00 am to 11:00 pm seven days a week
b.) Alcohol Sales &: Service will commence afternoon and cease promptly at 10:00 pm
c.) Entertainment will commence after noon and cease promptly at lO:qc> pm
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4.) Re: Special Ev~n; _:.. . .
a.) No .. special e~ts" are requested with this application, just the addition of ·
entertainment in eompliance with the Town's current entrainmenfpoliey.
S.) Re: NeighborhoOd Notification
a.) Obtained ·tw~ JistS#om ~Town including (6) property owner~~-~~ (97)
business and ~sidential neighbor addresses. . . ' ..
b.) Mailed informad.Oilil flyer to all property owners · addresses and all resi~tial
addresses mentioned above on Monday February 6, 2017.
c.) Information.flyer/invitation offered a complementary preview of music, food and
beverages on Friday, February 24th from 6:30 to 9:00 pm. See attachment "C"
Flyer contained contact information by phone and em.ail for any who can't attend.
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Attachment "A"
Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company
Lunch & Dinner Meal Menu
(Meals to accompany 1xu or wine bcvaages saved in the coffeehouse)
RECEtVED
FEB 06 2017
TOWN OF LOS GATOS
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Savory Crepes -Savory Crepes are prepared to order with a selection of hearty ingredients
including fish, poultry, beef and pork options, such as ; smoked salmon, grilled chicken, pancetta,
marinated lamb or pork sausage, with the addition of sautfed vegetables and chesses and
wrapped in a classic French crepe .
Panini Grilled Sandwiches -Panini sandwiches are served with meat and cheese options
such as; Smoked Turkey & Brie on Sourdough, or Ham & Cheese on Rhys, or Tuna Melt on
Sourdough. Our Panini-grilled sandwiches are accompanied by a side salad of mixed greens
with vinaigrette.
Cheese ~ Charcuteri.e Platters -Assorted chesses and cured meats like Pancetta, Salami
and Ham accompanied by pates, olive tapenade and sliced baguettes.
Smoked Seafood Platter -An assortment of sWonal Smoked fish including Salmon,
Herring, Sturgeon, Trout, etc on a platter served with sour cream, fresh dill, lemon wedges,
capers, house made pickles and crusty bread.
Seasonal Pri Fixe Evening Menus -Rotating menus utilizing seasonal ingredients will
be offered A sampling of these menus is as follows:
• Thursday Evening Pri Fixe Menu -bowl of Curried-Carrot soup, Gtjlled Lamb
Sausage on a bed ·of herbed couscous grilled zucchini, and Raspberry Cobbler a la mode.
• Friday Everiing Pri Fixe Menu -mixed greens salad with toasted pecans and goat
cheese, Turkey & Rice Stuffed Bell Peppers with lemon mousse Cheesecake for dessert.
• SatUtday Ev~g Pri Fixe Menu -crispy green salad with heirloom tomatoes and
sweet onion ~tte,-C::hicken Sausage & Aartichoke Paella, and Flan"~el dessert,
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RESOLUTION 2001-106
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL
OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS
AMENDING THE TOWN,S ALCOHOLIC ;BEVERAGE POLICY
WHEREAS, the SQ}e of alooholic beverages, if not~ canjeopardiz.e public safety,
~sult in an increase of calls for poll~ se,rvices and compromise the quality of life for TOWll
residents;~
WHEREAS, The Town Council wants to balance the regu1$ion of .alcoholic b~v~~
service and protection of ~sidential nm,gbhorhoods with the goal of mmnfainjng a vibrant and
successful Downtown and oomtti.e:teial areas throughoUt Los Gatos; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council held a study session on JUly 2, 2001 w discuss iSSUe8
relating to servic.e of alcoholic beverag,es; and
WHEREAS, the Tuwn Council hss indicated a desire to review all applications for new
alcohol service or change hi existing sen>tec; and a need to amend the existing Alcohol Policy,
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED! the Town Council of the TOWN OF LOS GATOS
does _hereby adopt the am.ended Alcoholic Beverage Policy attached hereto as Exhibit A.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Town Council held on the 1~ 4ay
of September, 2001, by the following vote :
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
A YES: Randy Attaway, Steven Blanton, Sandy Decker, Steve Glickman,
Mayor Joe Pirzynski.
NAYS: None
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ABSENT: None
ABSTAJN: No~
ATI'EST:
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CLERK OF nm TOWN OF LOS GATOS
LOS Gl\j~s~ CALIFORNlA
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L Purpose
POLICY REGULATING TB;E CONSUMPTION AND 1
SERVICE OF ALCOHOUC BEVERAGES
The consumption or service of alcoholic beverages, if not regulated, can jeopardize public
safety, result in an mere.so of calls for police services and compromise the quality of life for
Town residents. This policy provides paramet~ for alcoholic beverage service, particularly
addressing late night service when alcohol related incideats are most likelytt> occur and when ,,-
the disturbances to Town residents is least tolerable.
The ICl'Vice of alcobolic beverages. With or \\lithout meals, past 10 PM is a discretionary
]lrivilege to be deto.mined on a pase by ease basia. The following PfOYisiona ~ intendeQ to
baJancethe protedionof.residential~ in dose proximity to comsnercia1 districts
and still o:utintain the viability of our commercial centers in which restaurants have an essential
~ l{ours of cperatiQn may be m,gnl 1 ted baSed o_n an estabijshme:nt' ~ proximlty to
residential n~ghbothoods or ~oots. the co11centration ofestablishmeots in an area ~·
Blcoholic beverBps or for other RlllObl that may ·mile at the public hauins-~ ·
The deciding body may approve a conditional use pemm to serve al~holic btverages based
<m. the merits of the application and ~ect to fhe following req~:
IL General pQliey
1. The ToWllbll continue to moagly discourage.new applicati.Otll.for *8nd alone ban
or restaurmitB with separate bars;
2. The Town shall continue to discourage applications for entertaimnent establishments
serving ~c beverages.
3. Etttettainmentinad®iation with .an eating ·or drinking establisbmefrt ma)'be dowed if' _.. __ .. _ _.;a-__ _. a -'t · ··adopted ~UIJ~ -.~fol-I.& p~~ .. . .
4: Alcoholit beVerage service.for De\\' conditional uiepermit applicatio.mor iq>plicatlons
for modDication Ota conditio-.l ~ pennit shall not be allowed;
A After 11 PM Sunday through Thutsday, except fut' hQlida11 and evenings
before hottd& s. . . . . . . .. Ye.
B. Aftec 1 AM Friday, Saturday, ·holidays 0r eveningS before-holidays.
An existing establiibment w.ith a conditional use pe~ in .good Dnding allowed to serve
alcoholic beverages past the hours atatecl above may cominue to operate under their existing
h0urs of operation.
Exhibi.t A
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Alcoholic Beverage Policy
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5. Any establishment serving alcoholic beverages shall be subject to the followins:
A Uniformed privately provided security guards may be required in or around
the premises by the Chief of Police if alcohol related problems recur that are
·not resolved by the licensed owner.
B. At the discretion of the Chi~ of Police, periodic meetings will be conducted
with r~ves from the Police Department for on-going employee
training on alcoholic be\rerase savice to the general 'public. .
.C. All establisbmems shall use an employee training ID8Dllal that . addresses
alcoholic beverage service consistent with the standards of the Californian
restaurant Association.
D. All Ii~ openatQr$ shall have and shall actively promote a designated
driver program such as complimentary non-alcoholic beverages for designated
drivers. ·
E. Taxicab telephone numbers shall be posted in a visible location.
6. The decidins body shall make the following findings prior to appivving an applica,tion
for conditional use permit to serve alcoholic bevs;ages past I OPM:
A late night service will not adversely impact adjacent residential
. neighborhoods.
B. The applicant does not bave •history of complaints and non..compliance with
local ordinances or the .Alcoholic Beverage Policy.
C. The applicant h8$ demonstrated a clear benefit to the comm.unlty.
7. A meal is defined as a co~on offoo.d items sdected frcmi a menu (breakfast,
lunch or dinner). A~ such as popcom, nachos, pretzels, potato skins, relish
trays. etc. (hot or cold) ate not meals.
8. ·Alcoholic beverage service in approved outdoor seating areas may be permitted if
adequate separation from public areas is provided as determined by the Town
Manager. The separation shall clearly suggest that alcohol is not allowed outside the
restaurant seating area.
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Ill. Speeilie Policy
1. Restautants:
Alcoholic beverages may only be served with meals.
2. Reltaurant1 With Separate Bars:
Alcoholic beverage service "is pennitted. in the dining area only in conjt.mction With
~. service. ·Meal service -shall be available until dosing qr 11 PM Sunday tlu'ough
Thursday and until 12 midnight Friday~ Satmday, holidays aid ·eveniilgs before
holiday.a, :.wmchever is e&(lia', if 1-te night bar setVice. is available. Specific hoW'i of
operatiOn tor eac~ ettablilhmeitt are determined upon U..1~ of .a ~n,ditional -.
permit.
IV~ Review Process
1. Proposa.lS. for new baa or RStaUrBnts. with bars m.d all :requests !Qr new alcohol
service or a dlangeto exist.iog service~ be reviewed by the PWlftins Commission.
l'he CommissionWill ®*ea recommendation to th~ !own CQll.DCil ~d the Countil
shall~ ~review authority.
2. Changes in ownership for businesses involving service of ~coholic beverages shall be
reviewc:d by the· Community l>evelopment Department. The following process will
be followed:: · ·
a ~ Director of Community DeveLopmait shall contact ·the new business
OwntJ' to make them. aware of th~ conditions ofapprovat attached to the U~
Permit for the 10¢aficm. · ·
b. One year fblloVwing issuance of a bu~ ll9C8se, ~diiig/intpacted
prnpcnty owners shall be notified and any conunents :r~ the operation
of the ·business shall be solicited.
c. If the Director of Community Development becomes aware of any alcohol
related impacts on the surrounding neighborhood, the Director shall review
the operation of the business to determine whether there is a violation of the
use permit.
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d. If there are violations of the use permit that have not been voluntarily
correc;ted by the business owner the matter will be forwarded to the Planning
Commission for public hearing pursuant to Section 29.20.310 of the Zoning
Ordinance.
e. Pursuant to Section 29.20.315 of the Zoning Ordinance the Planning
Commission may revoke or modify the conditional use permit if it finds that
sufficient grounds exist.
IV. Enforcement
All conditional ·use permits issued to establishments for alcoholic beverage service on-site
shall be subject to Section 29.30.3 lO(b) of the Town Code authorizing the Town Manager
to take enforcement actio~ if it is determined that the sale of alcohol has become a mJisance
to the Town's public health, safety or welfare. Enforcement of section 29.20.3 lO(b) of the
Town Code will be based on, but not limited to, the following tactors:.
I. The number and types of~ for service at or near the establishment ,.mm that are
a direct result of patrons actians;
II. The number of complaints received &om residents ad other citiz.ens ~ the
operation of an establishment;
m. The number of arrests for alcohol, drµg, disturbing the peace, fighting and public
nuisance violations associated with an establislunent;
IV. The number and kinds of con>PJaints received from the State Alcoholic Beverage
Control office and the Comity Health Department;
V. Violation of conditions of approval related to alcoholic beverage service.
The Alcoholic Beverage Policy is not to~ construed to be a right of development. The Town retains
the right of review and approval (or denial) of each project based on its merits.
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Ti1'e: Pc>Hcy Reg_.lating late Night Entertainment Potrcy Number: 1-03
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Btitertauunent c-o:ntributes .to .tos. 0{ltO$'' vibrancy and add~ to the r:iobness <>f e'Ven~ and
gatht$3$. ~nd $hall ~l be r~~Jateci Qth·~r "tha.n by ToWJ;l Code. HQwe.ver, entertallµnent
occurrlng after I 0 p.m. ("'late night entertafument'•) c.an compromise the qualtty of life for Town
resi(iejlts Therefo~, this poJicy: ha.s be~n cr.¢ated to e$1bli'sh a p_6m)itt,i~ process and
reg\J.lW91ls for lat~ nlgh.t ·eatei;tainm:eJt~. .
Fot. ~ purposes of this· pe!Jqy, e,titct~l'(te~~ mean~ ~ny a~ivity condu~ted for the primary
purpose Of diverting or entertah1.ing ~-tn a premis.es o.pen to .the gcmetal pµbHc . ·sa.cb
ent~naiJUUertt ma}' •nclude, liµt _shall .not. b.e Umite.d to, live mus)ofil perfO.rD)$Jlces. i11strumental
or vOG~I. d.mc~ acts,. ~neeJ.1;~ live,. ~hows, ~plified ml.ISie 0r sound; dancin$.1 DJ, karaok~~ .Jam
$e5s10As, and/or e~\ler sim'illlr actly1de"$
Late n\~t ent.ertainment ia • diso~fona·ey prfjvileg~ and js :no.t to .be construed to be ~ nght .Qt
developincnt nt>r run Willi the· 'land , The ·fc;>Uowing prQV!sions are in~e~d~ ~o maintain "1td
cnliance tbe continuing Vibrancy and viability of tb.e. Town's public and commeteial centers while
providin$ r~ascmaple,prot~tion~ to i'~~1<lentjal ncighboihOOds· ill close pr~ximify ~e th<-'se areas.
1~ J.le\iew Pro~• fot> &.•bJtsltments wtth Ltte Night Entertainment
l A l~te 11i~ eJJ~iJunent · :P.P~l .shall ~ issued be the Town, ~~~r. Tile Town
Manilger mat .refer 'any Jipph~lion fot a p~it t<> the D~v~loplllcmt ~e,w Conunittee
for iti; con$.lde@.tion at!d detemiination.. whieh m~y be appealed to PJ,pming Commission
and Town CoUocil. The Tow ·Ma.ua.ser ()t other deciding bod)' ~lits the ri$ht of
appr:oval or 4enial ofo&Qt,. apjillcatitH1 based on it$ ~erits .
z. lit ~tenninlng w'h¢iher t.0 ap{m)v~ or ~eny an apjill~tion fdr a ta•~ night enterrainmem
pennit. the toltowing fac~rs will be-considerect ·
a. Th¥ PfOIJQS~ use of the property is essential or desirable to lh~ publ•c
convenience or welfare;
h. The proposed use will not impair the integrity and character of the zone;
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c. The proposed use wQUJd not b.e detrimental to public ~tth, safety or
general welfare; and
d. The proposed us~ of the prQperty is in ~nnony with th~ ~pUcable
guidelines. z~ming ordinances. andi<>r provisions of the general plan.
3. An application and pennit for la~ night eQ.terta.iNtlent shall be subject to all
applicable requirements of the Town Code. and any permit issued pursuant io this
policy shall inchide the fQlk1wing ooqditious:
a. The appiicant shall be resport$ihle for ensuring that noise resulting from
~e ~~t~ent ~eets alJ a.pplicable provisions of th~ Town's noise
ordinance. If noise complaints are received by Town Staff; the Tow.n
reserve.s the right to requite tb¢ appli~ant/pe_nn.it~~ to bi~ a eonsuJtant to
monitor noi$e levels t9 ensure thiit noise levels are within the parameters
established by Town Code ror the zo~e in whiclt ente~nment is
o,ccumng,
b. Se¢urity 1'nea$yres, Which may inclµ.de th_e t~uirement ttult the .applic~nt
ernplQy pri~e secµrity personnel~ ·shall be undertakt.m and establisl:ted m
and· arounci the entmaJn.DJ.ent vem1e to deter unlawtur c0nduct or
4i~®·to ~dj~cein r~~den~~ neipbo~.
c. Addiuo~J ~pp~ptiate condition$ n.ia:Y b~ i.qc.lud~ in aµy .~il is ro,ay
be 'detennined necessary to protect the public health, safety Qf general I
welfare.
Any venue with a Conditional Use Permit (CUP} that ~xptessly prohibits eotertajmne;:it
wiil be ~uited to obtain .an amen~ent to i.~ CUP ~P ord~ to offer ~P.~e$:in~ent
pursuant to this policy. An appllcant1s reque5t to amend an existin$ CUP for the express
puq>Qse of ad"di,ng pertniJ:t~ ~~rta.in.rnen,t will QOt open tbe rmJ\~in<kt of die CUP to
.amendment or ali~tion unless $peetficatly reqUC$ted by the applicant.
S. Any permit. ~S\l~ J>lll:sµ~t to this poli~y m~ be SU$pend~~ modifid.d ·or revoi<ed l;Jyt~e
body ¢at .apprQved tbe permit Jollow·ing a public-hearing if it i$ det~in~d that $idlici~t
evid~nce e~$$s tha1 the pem,Utted ~ter.taimn~t is ·ope.rating, Qr has-~t~* in a ma.mer
iricQnsistent Wifh the requirement$ of 1ts permit, ~r in a manner that am$titu~S ·~ puJ>Jic
nuiSallce.
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Oct 26, 2017
Teri Hope
Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company
101 W Main Street
Los Gatos, CA 95032
Dear Teri,
I'm writing to express my support for having live , acoustic music at Los Gatos Coffee Roasting .
Live music would add to the cultural character of our town and provide a much needed
entertainment option for music enthusiasts. The community character of Los Gatos Coffee
Roasting Company would make for an idea setting for moderate volume, intimate music
performance.
If there's anything I can do to support your efforts further, please don't hesitate to ask.
Sincerely,
f'sl_f.c.P-
Paul Kent
Director
Los Gatos Music in the Park
15945 Cam ino del Cerro
Los Gatos , CA 05032
408 356-8585
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fmm the of!ice of
William J. Walsh
President
Lexington Advisors, Inc Real Estate Advisory fJ Brokerage Services Phone: 408-499-9197 bill@lexingtonadviorsinc.com BRE f 00840D77
October 4, 2016
Ms. Mary Badame -Chairperson
Los Gatos Planning Commission
110 E. Main Street
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Re: Los Gatos Coffee Roasting CUP Change Application
Dear Madam Chairperson:
Though only being residents for the past four and one-half years, my wife and I have become
impressed with Teri Hope as a person, and LGCR as a business in the is wonderful town of Los
Gatos. Both Teri and her business have exemplified the best of community relationships and
commitment one could ask for as a resident. LGCR, particularly, functions as a positive meeting
place for residents, if not a town-hall venue. I have read her application and support it whole-
heartedly. Knowing Teri, any changes of hours or method of operation will only benefit the
community and carry on the traditions she has so carefully forged.
I support the approval her application.
Regards,
William J. Walsh
Lexington AdvilOll, Inc Real Estate Advisory fJ Brokerage Services 121 Johnson Avenue. Los Gatos, CA 95030
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LexingtonAdvisorslnc.com
October 18, 2016
To Whom It May Concern,
We have patronized the Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company for over
25 years. I have always had high respect and admiration for both Teri
Hope and her business. She has always been extremely generous to
the community. When visiting her Coffee Shop they are very efficient
and well organized. It is always a quiet and peaceful establishment to
set and visit with friends. Often in the afternoon I would like to have a
glass of wine or a beer and unfortunately I am not able to go to this
lovely establishment.
We think it would be a fabulous addition to our town to have Los Gatos
Coffee Roasting Company to be able to serve wine and beer.
We have lived in Los Gatos for 27 years. My husband and I both own .
small business . We love our community and are very involved with the
town.
Please take this letter of recommendation into consideration when you
make your decision regarding granting Los Gatos Coffee Roasting
Company a beer and wine permit.
Thank you,
/!;n /AjJ/~~ /?g
Pamela and Tim Murphy RECEb~!ED
rmv 1 6 2016
TOWN CF LOS GATOS
PLAl\!N!NG DIVISION
Levi Hill
From:
Sent:
To:
Mark Weiner <mark@versa-networlcs.com>
Monday, November 21, 2016 11:42 AM
Levi Hill
Subject: Support/sponsorship for LG Coffee Roasting wine/beer and music conditional permit
[Levi-can you pis send this to all Planning Commissioners?]
Hello Levi and LG Planning Commission,
Please accept this email as a strong endorsement of Teri Hope and Los Gatos Coffee Roasting's request for a conditional
use or related permit to be able to sell wine and beer, as well as offer live music in evening hours.
I have known and worked with Teri for nearly 20 years, including my time as an early board member of LGEF (that she
strongly supported), as well as being a wine supplier (with my small Los Gatos wine label Twin Oaks Cellars)
to her Los Gatos Gourmet several years ago. I can state with confidence that she always plans and executes her work-
be it LG Coffee Roasting,.Jazz in the Plazz, or any other initiative -with much thought and carefully planned results. I
have no doubt this initiative would be done the same way.
Does Los Gatos need another food establishment providing wine and beer, and/o.r music? Absolutely I
Wine/beer-we have very few establishments that provide low-cost, fun wine/beer to accompany similarly-priced
casual' dining. Oakville Grocery and LG Gourmet were two such venues, and sadly neither are remaining today. They
were both very popular with residents and Town visitors alike.
Music -my family and friends regularly reflect with frustration how we have so few venues to hear music in the early-to
mid-evening hours, especially outside df our (great) summer concert series. Something casual and regularly scheduled,
where you can drop in for a quick bite, glass and relax for an hour. Not young people's bar scenes like Mtn. Charley's,
but friendly and a casual early evening scene.
I have absolutely no doubt that if Planning and Council approved this permit request that Teri would execute it properly,
and Town would have another venue to draw in incremental visitors and residents alike on weekend evenings, and on
the quieter E. Main/University side of downtown vs. central N. Santa Cruz Ave.
If I can offer any additional thoughts or perspective, pis let me know.
Cheers,
MW
Mark Weiner
Chief !Vlarketing Officer, Versa Networks
Los Gatos General Plan Committee & Task Force 1998-2005, Community Service Commission 1992-94, LGEF 2002-06
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Levi Hill
To: Sally Zarnowitz
Subject: RE: Conditional use permits -Toll House and LG Roasting Co.
From: Andrew Wolfe [mallto:awolfe@awolfe.org]
Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2017 8:58 AM
To: Planning
SUbject: Conditional u5e pennits -Toll House and LG Roasting ~-
As a long-term tenant at Lyndon Plaza, I encourage the planning commission to approve the conditional use permits
requested by the Toll House and the LG Coffee Roasting company. Both ~re reasonable requests that should be
accommodated.
Andrew Wolfe
Wolfe Consulting
20 S. Santa Cruz Ave., St 101
Los Gatos, CA 95030
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