REQUEST OF UNOCAL AT 755 PIER AVENUE FOR A DETERMINATION

OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE OR NECESSITY FOR

OFF-SALE BEER AND WINE LICENSE

Recommendation:

1. That the City Council review the request and CUP 96-15 and make a determination as to whether or not it is a matter of public convenience or necessity.
2. Direct City Manager to forward a letter to the Department of Alcohol Beverage Control detailing your action.

Background:

The Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for a new gas station, car wash and mini-mart. This project will replace the existing gas station and International House of Pancakes Restaurant. The CUP approved by the Planning Commission included the sale of beer and wine. This item is before you as a result of the state legislation that requires that the City Council make a determination on the public convenience or necessity for off-sale licenses. Since this process has been in effect, the City Council has considered and approved requests in two other locations.