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ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE REGULATION ADMINISTRATION ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD

DISPOSITIONS

WEDNESDAY, JULY 29, 2015 2000 14TH STREET, N.W., SUITE 400S

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20009

Ruthanne Miller, Chairperson Members: Nick Alberti, Donald Brooks, Herman Jones

Mike Silverstein, Hector Rodriguez, James Short

Protest Hearing (Status)

Case # 15-PRO-00058 Yohannes A. Woldemichael, t/a Capitol Fine Wine & Spirits 415 H StreetNE License #82981 Retailer A ANC6C Application to Renew the License

Disposition: The Board set the matter for a Protest Hearing on September 30,2015 at 1:30 pm.


Case # 15-PRO-00055 AG Corporation, tla Fairmont Liquor and Grocery 2633 Sherman Ave NW License #80900 Retailer A ANCIB Application to Renew the License

Disposition: The Protestants failed to appear. The Board granted Applicant's Motion to Dismiss Protest, 5-0. See Board Order No. 2015-373.

9:30 AM

9:30AM

Board's Dispositi ons Page -2- July 30, 2015


Case # 15-PRO-00054 TM Liquors, t/a Big Ben Liquors 1300 North Capitol Street NW License #60652 Retailer A ANC5E Application to Renew the License

Disposition: The Protestants failed to appear. The Board granted Applicant's Motion to Dismiss Protest, 5-0. See Board Order No. 2015-374.


Case # 15-PRO-00051 KYS, Inc., t/a Kovaks Liquors 1237 Mount Olivet Road NE License #76573 Retailer A ANC5D Application to Renew the License

Disposition: The Board set the matter for a Protest Hearing on October 14, 2015 at 4:30 pm.

9:30 AM

9:30 AM

Board's Dispositions Page -3- July 30, 2015


Case # 15-PRO-00053 Yi Kheng Ung Liquors, LLC, tJa Rose's Liquor 830 Bladensburg Road NE License #60822 Retailer A ANC5D Application to Renew the License

Disposition: The Board continued the Protest Status Hearing to August 5, 2015 at 9:30 am.

Fact Finding Hearing*

Balducci's Holding, LLC, t/a To Be Determined 3201 New Mexico Ave NW License #88667 Retailer B ANC3D License in Safekeeping

Disposition: The Board requested a Letter of Intent and granted extension of Safekeeping for sixth months.

Show Cause Hearing*

Case # 15-AUD-00015 Cafe Europa, Inc., t/a Panache 1 725 Dcsales Street NW License #60754 Retailer CR ANC2B Failed to File Quarterly Statements (3rd Quarter 2014)

Disposition: The Board accepted an Offer In Compromise: $2,000 fine to be paid within 30 days and filing of all outstanding reports. Indefinite suspension if the fine is not paid by August 29, 2015, 5-0.

9:30 AM

9:30 AM

10:00 AM


Show Cause Hearing*

Case # 15-251-00032 Inner Circle 1413, LLC, t/a Tattoo 1413 K Street NW License #75156 Retailer CN ANC2F Failed to Take Steps Necessary to Ascertain Legal Drinking Age, Sale to Minor Violation

Disposition: The Board continued the Show Cause Status Hearing to September 30, 2015 at 9:30 am.

Fact Findi\lg Hearing*

Case # 14-251-00344 Inner Circle 1223, LLC, t/a Dirty Martini Inn Bar/Dirty Bar 1223 Connecticut Ave NW License #83919 Retailer CN ANC2B Person Injured Outside of the Establishment

Disposition: The Board took the matter under advisement.

11:00 AM

1:30PM


Fact Finding Hearing'"

Beletech, Ltd, t/a Serv-U-Liquors 1935 9th Street NW License #60026 Retailer A ANCIB Request to Extend Safekeeping

Disposition: The Board granted the Licensee's request to extend the Safekeeping to December 31, 2015,5-0.


Soundcheck, LLC, t/a Soundcheck 1420 K Street NW License No. 98536 Retailer CN ANC2F Application for a New License

Disposition: The Board requested the Licensee to amend its application to reflect closing at 4:00 am, and granted a one year trial period for the new hours, (4-1, Alberti).

2:00PM

2:30 PM



Georgene Thompson, t/a Player's Lounge 2737 Martin Luther King Jr., Ave SE License No. 1271 Retailer CN ANC8C Assault with a Deadly Weapon Inside of the Establishment

Disposition: The Board requested the Licensee to update its Security Plan within 90 days, 5-0.

3:00PM


NOTICE OF MEETING LEGAL AGENDA

WEDNESDAY, JULY 29,2015 AT 1:00 PM 2000 14th STRE.ET, N.W., SUITE 400S, WASHINGTON, D.C. 20009

1. Review of Settlement Agreement between ANC 7B and O'Connor's Liquors. O'Connor's Liquors, 2900 Minnesota Avenue S.B., Retailer A, License No.: 060231. Decision: Approved wi~h Modifications, 5-0.

2. Review of Settlement Agreement between ANC 8A and Sunny's Liquors. Sunny's Liquors, 2400 Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue S.E., Retailer A, License No.: 082349. Decision: Approved with Modifications, 5-0.

3. Review of Settlement Agreement between ANC 5E and Sosnick's Liquor. Sosnick's Liquor, 2318 4th Street, N.E., Retailer A, License No.: 072301. Decision: Approved with Modifications, 5-0.

* In accordance with D.C. Official Code §2-574(b) Open Meetings Act, this portion of the meeting will be closed for deliberation and to consult with an attorney to obtain legal advice. The Board's vote will be held in an open session, and the public is permitted to attend.


NOTICE OF MEETING SUPPLEMENTAL LEGAL AGENDA

WEDNESDAY, JULY 29,2015 AT 1:00 PM 2000 14th STREET, N.W., SUITE 400S, WASHINGTON, D.C. 20009

1. Review of Request for Reconsideration of Board Decision, dated July 17, 2015, submitted by Bryce Pardo, on behalf of Protest Group of Five or More Individuals. Suns Cinema, 3107 Mt. Pleasant Street, N.W., Retailer CT, License No.: 098888.* Decision: Approved, 5-0.

2. Review of Opposition to Request for Reconsideration of Board Decision, dated July 21,2015, submitted by Andrew Kline, Esq., on behalf of Applicant. Suns Cinema, 3107 Mt. Pleasant Street, N.W., Retailer CT, License No.: 098888.* Decision: Moot.

3. Review of Request for Reinstatement of Protest, submitted by Regina James, Chairperson, on behalf of ANC 5C. Brentwood Liquors, 1319 Rhode Island Ave, N.E., Retailer A, License No.: 060622. No responsejiled by Applicant. * Decision: Denied, 5-0.

4. Review of Request for Reinstatement of Protest, submitted by Michael Meers, Abutting Property Owner, dated July 16, 2015. Brentwood Liquors, 1319 Rhode Island Ave, N.E., Retailer A, License No.: 060622. No response filed by Applicant. * Decision: Denied, 5-0.

5. Review of Motion for Reconsideration ofthe Order Amending Board Order No. 2015-273, submitted by Andrew Kline, Esq., on behalf of The Showtime. The SllOwtime, 113 Rhode Island Avenue, N.W., Retailer CT, License No.: 089186.* Decision: Deny and Amend Board Order No. 2015-300, 5-0.

6. Review of Settlement Agreement between ANC 6B and Neighborhood Restaurant Group, dated July 15,2015. Neighborhood Restaurant Group, 413-415 8th Street, S.E., Retailer CR, License No.: 099210.* Decision: Approved, 5-0.

7. Review of Motion to Reconsider Order Denying Motion to Reinstate, submitted by Dee Hunter, on behalf of Castello Restaurant and Lounge. Castello Restaurant and Lounge, 931 Hamilton Street, N.W., Retailer CR, License No.: 097302.* Decision: Denied, 5-0.

8. Review of second Opposition to Motion to Reconsider Order Denying Motion to Reinstate, submitted by David Sheon, on behalf of Protestant Group of Five or More Individuals. Castello Restaurant and Lounge, 931 Hamilton Street, N. W., Retailer CR, License No.: 097302. * Decision: Moot.


NOTICE OF MEETING LICENSING AGENDA

WEDNESDA Y, JULY 29, 2015 AT 1:00 PM 2000 14th STREET, N.W., SUITE 400S, WASHINGTON, D.C. 20009

I. Review Application for New Class C MUltipurpose Facility. ANC 2B. SMD 2B07. No outstanding fines/citations. No outstanding violations. No pending enforcement matters. No Settlement Agreement. Dupont Underground, 1900 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Retailer CX, License No. 099436. Dec~'ion: Fact Finding Hearing, 4-0.

2. Review Application for Summer Garden Endorsement. ANC 6E. SMD 6E02. No outstanding fines/citations. No outstanding violations. No pending enforcement matters. No Settlement Agreement. Zenebech Restaurant, 608 T Street NW, Retailer CR, License No. 085946. Decision: Placard, 4-0.

*In accordance with D.C. Official Code §2-574(b) of the Open Meetings Amendment Act, this portion of the meeting will be closed for deliberation and to consult with an attorney to obtain legal advice. The Board's vote will be held in an open session, and the public is permitted to attend.


NOTICE OF MEETING SUPPLEMENTAL LICENSING AGENDA

WEDNESDAY, JULY 29, 2015 AT 1:00 PM 2000 14TH STREET, N.W., SUITE 400S, WASHINGTON, D.C. 20009

1. Review Request for Stipulated License with Letter of ANC SuppOli. ANC 6A. SMD 6A06 . lmm on H, 1360 H Street NE, Retailer CR, License No. 099569. Decision: Approved, 4-0.

2. Review Application for Class Change. ANC 6E. SMD 6EO I. 1(jll Street Market, 1000 S Street NW, Retailer B Grocery Store, License No. 095251. Decision: Placard, 5-0.

3. Review Request for Refund of Late Fee for 2015 Solicitor's License Renewal. Myles J. Franklin-ABRA 095688. Decision: Denied, 5-0.

4. Review Letter from HRH Services, LLC requesting Reinstatement of Application for New CR License. ANC 6C. SMD 6C02. The Alibi, 237 2"d Street NW, Retailer CR, License No. 097969. (Pm.tponed one week on July 22, 2015). Decision: Refer to Legal, 5-0.

*In accordance with D.C. Official Code §2-547(b) of the Open Meetings Amendment Act, this portion of the meeting will be closed for deliberation and to consult with an attorney to obtain legal advice. The Board's vote will be held in an open session, and the public is permitted to attend.


NOTICE OF MEETING SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL LICENSING AGENDA

WEDNESDAY, JULY 29,2015 AT 1:00 PM 2000 14TH STREET, N.W., SUITE 400S, WASHINGTON, D.C. 20009

I. Review Request to Extend Safekeeping Status of License - First Request. ANC Ie. SMD IC03. Bi.'ttro 18, 2420 181h Street NW, Retailer CR, License No. 086876. Decision: Approved, 5-0.

2. Review Request for Stipulated License with revised Letter of ANC Support on ANC Letterhead. ANC 2B. SMD 2B04. Someplace Else Bar and Grill, 1637 R Street NW, Retailer CR, License No. 098935. (Referred to Lieem'ing on July 22,2015). Dec;".;on: ApprOl'ed, 5-0.

"'In accordance with D.C. Official Code §2-547(b) ofthe Open Meetings Amendment Act, this portion of the meeting will be closed for deliberation and to consult with an attorney to obtain legal advice. The Board's vote will be held in an open session, and the public is permitted to attend.


NOTICE OF MEETING INVESTIGATIVE AGENDA

WEDNESDAY, JULY 29, 2015 2000 14TH STREET, N.W., SUITE 400S, WASHINGTON, D.C. 20009

On July 29,2015 at 4:00 pm, the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will hold a dosed meeting regarding the matters identified below. In accordance with Section 405(b) of the Open Meetings Amendment Act of 2010, the meeting will be closed "to plan, discuss, or hear reports concerning ongoing or planned investigations of alleged criminal or civil misconduct or violations of law or regulations."

1. Case# 15-CC-00061 Best D C Supermarket, 1507 U ST NW Retailer A Retail - Liquor Store, License#: ABRA-075139 Decision: Sale to Minor: Warning Letter.

2. Case#15-CMP-00375 Sudhouse, 1340 U ST NW Retailer C Restaurant, License#: ABRA-075284 Failure to Post and Carry Licenses: Mandatory Warning.

3. Case#lS-CC-000S7 The Green Turtle, 601 F ST NW Retailer C Restaurant, License#: ABRA-076676 Decision: No ABC Manager: Show Cau.fe; Sale to Minor: Warning Letter.

4. Case#lS-CC-00055 Oyamel, 401 7TH ST NW Retailer C Restaurant, License#: ABRA-075944 Decision: Sale to Minor: Warning Letter.

5. Case# 15~CC-00052 Mate, 3] 01 K ST NW Retailer C Restaurant, License#: ABRA-0720 14 Decision: Sale to Minor: Warning Letter; Failure to take reasonable ,~tep,~ to ascertain legal age: Warning Letter.

6. Case#15-251-00121 Echostage, 2135 QUEENS CHAPEL RD NE Retailer C Nightclub, License#: ABRA-090250 Decision: No ABRA Violations Found.

7. Case#15~CMP-00373 Expo Restaurant & Lounge, 1928 9th ST NW B Retailer C Restaurant, License#: ABRA-096122 Decision: No ABC Manager: Staff Settlement; Window Lettering: Mandatory Warning.

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8. Case#lS-251-00122 Cedar Hill Bar & Grill / Uniontown Bar & Grill, 2200 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR AVE SE Retailer C Tavern, License#: ABRA-091887 Decision: No Further Action.

9. Case#15-AUD-00079 B CafelBrookland Cafe, 3740 12TH ST NE Retailer C Restaurant, License#: ABRA-083121 Decision: No Further Action.

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7/29/2015

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE REGULATION ADMINISTRATION

APPLICATION OF THE INDIVIDUALS/CORPORATIONS/PARTNERSHIPS LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN REVIEWED FOR DOCUMENTS SUFFICIENCY AND APPEAR TO BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAW. EACH IS SUBMITTED FOR REVIEW BY THE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD.

NAME CLASS/CATEGORY DENIED DECISION PENDING

1. JOS. A MAGNUS & CO. LLC MANUFACTURER A T/A JOS. A MAGNUS & CO ON-SITE SALES AND 2052 WEST VIRGINIA AVE NE LICENSE NO. 97825

2. ROCKWOOD MAYFLOWER, INC. RET. C HOTEL f/P TIA THE MAYFLOWER TRADE NAME CHANG HOTEL/EDGAR 1127 CONNECTICUT AVE NW LICENSE NO. 80787

3. LT. MICHAEL WHITICAN 130 M STREET, NE LICENSE NO. 15-IMP-00014

4. GEORGETOWN WASHINGTON RET. C HOTEL DC INN, LLC TRADE NAME CHANGE TIA GEORGETOWN INN 1310 WISCONSIN AVE NW LICENSE NO. 88198

5. DESTA ETHIOPIAN RET. C RESTAURANT RESTAURANT LLC TRADE NAME CHANGE TIA DESTA ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT 6128 GEORGIA AVE NW LICENSE NO. 98818

6. RIGHT PROPER, LLC TIA RIGHT PROPER BREWING COMPANY 624 T STREET, NW LICENSE NO. 92357

7. OLLlEJACK DC, LLC TIA THE GRILLED OYSTER COMPANY 3401 IDAHO AVE NW LICENSE NO. 98875

8. SUGAR, LLC RET. C TAVERN T/ASUGAR NEW LICENSE 2121 K ST. NW LICENSE NO. 98866

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NAME

9. 909 NEW JERSEY AVENUE ASSOCIATES, LLC T/A SCARLET OAK 909 NEW JERSEY AVE SE LICENSE NO. 98546

10. 1831, LLC T/A 1831 1831 M STREET NW LICENSE NO. 99805

CLASS/CATEGORY

RET. C TAVERN INVOLUNTARY TRANSF R

11. SUNS CINEMA, INC. RET. C TAVERN T/A SUNS CINEMA NEW LICENSE 3107 MOUNT PLEASANT ST NW LICENSE NO. 98888

DENIED DECISION PENDING

Prepared on july 28, 2015 ABC Board Docket

7/29/2015

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE REGULATION ADMINISTRATION

APPLICATIONS OF THE INDIVIDUALS/CORPORATIONSIPARTNERSHIPS LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN REVIEWED FOR DOCUMENT SUFFICIENCY AND APPEAR TO BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAW. EACH IS SUBMITTED FOR REVIEW BY THE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD.

NAME CLASS/CATEGORY

1. Katrina S. Moore One Day License Class F Event: Wedding Reception For: Self Event Date: 8122/2015 Hours of Event: 6:00pm-II :OOpm 1957 E Street NW, WDC Portion of Premises : City View Room and Terrace License No. 099806 Application No. 46542 (120 attendees, 3 security guards)

2. Anne-Marie Bairstow One Day License Class F Event: Company Picnic For: WC Smith Event Date: 911312015 Hours of Event: 1:00pm-4:00pm 200 M Street SE, WDC Portion of Premises: Middle Block License No. 099784 Application No. 46788 (200 attendees, 4 security guards)

APPROVED

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DENIED DECISION PENDING

3. Jorge E. Torres One Day License Class G Event: Community Showcase For: Self Event Date: 8/1/2015 Hours of Event: 10:00pm-8:00am 4618 14th Street NW, WDC Portion of Premises: Second Floor License No. 099825 Application No. 46798 (100 attendees, 5 security guards)

4. Stephen F. Ball (Date Change; Large Event) One Day License Class G Event: Wine Tasting For: Washington City Paper Event Date: 8/1/2015 Hour3 of Event: 12:00pm-8:00pm 355 Water Street SE, WDC Portion of Premises: Entire License No. 099400 Application No. 46737 (600 attendees, 15 security guards)

5. Orly A. Halpern One Day License Class G Event: Wedding For: Self Event Date: 8/2/2015 Hours of Event: 8:30am-4:30pm 2437 15th Street NW, WDC

Prepared on July 28, 20 J 5 A Be Board Docket

Portion of Premises: Library, North and South Gallery, Ballroom, Terrace, Foyers, Conservatory and Bridal Suite License No. 099799 Application No. 40055 (175 attendees, 4 security guards)

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Prepared on July 28, 2015 ABC Board Docket

The Studio Theatre, Inc. ~ ~ ~ Tla The Studio Theatre /< (Substantial Change to use the sidewalk under awning for an outdoor fundraiser on 8/1/2015.) Event: Fundraiser Event Date: 8/1/2015 Hours of Event: 12:00pm-8:00pm 1333 P Street NW, WDC License No. 025750 Substantial Change No. 15-SC-00273 (250 attendees, 5 security guards)

Morini DC, LLC Tla Osteria MorinilNicoletta (Substantial Change to serve alcoholic beverages off premise at the Yards Park for a fundraiser on 9/27/2015.) Event: Fundraiser Event Date: 9/2712015 Hours of Event: 1:00pm-4:00pm 355 Water Street SE, WDC License No. 092083 Substantial 'Change No. 15-SC-00272 (300 attendees, 6 security guards)

Ib Morini DC, LLC A,,Jm Tla Osteria MorinilNicoletta (Substantial Change to serve alcoholic beverages off premise at the Yards Park for a fundraiser on 9/29/2015.) Event: Fundraiser Event Date: 9/29/2015 Hours of Event: 5:00pm-II :OOpm 355 Water Street SE, WDC License No: 092083 Substantial Change No. 15-SC-00271 (200 attendees, 4 security guards)

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