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ARDEN HILLS SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—NOVEMBER 8, 2021 2 <br /> liquor license, the site must contain a restaurant that can seat at least 30 patrons. In the concept <br /> plan submittals provided by the applicant, the proposed restaurant section would have a seating <br /> capacity for 32-36 patrons. The City Planner has confirmed the subject property is located in the <br /> B-2 General Business District and that restaurants are allowed as permitted uses within this <br /> district. Staff commented further on the number of liquor licenses in the City and requested <br /> feedback from the Council on how to proceed. <br /> Councilmember Scott stated he understood the applicant was requesting to serve food and <br /> beverages in the caf6 area. He asked if these items could then be taken into the bingo hall. <br /> Julie Standering, the applicant, explained food and beverages would be allowed to be taken into <br /> the bingo hall. <br /> City Clerk Hanson reported the liquor would not have to be kept in a certain designated area but <br /> rather could be brought throughout the entire establishment. <br /> Councilmember Holden questioned where the main entrance would be. <br /> Ms. Standering reviewed the site plan with the Council and noted where the main entrance was <br /> located. She explained the building had one main entrance point. <br /> Councilmember Holden inquired if the City could require security. <br /> City Clerk Hanson indicated she could look into this further. <br /> Mayor Grant asked if the Council supported this liquor license moving forward. <br /> Councilmember McClung and Councilmember Holmes supported the liquor license as <br /> requested. <br /> Councilmember Holden stated she supported the liquor license but asked that staff get back to <br /> her regarding her security question. <br /> Councilmember Scott explained he supported the liquor license as well. <br /> B. City Speed Limit Discussion <br /> John Morast, HR Green representative, thanked the Council for considering their proposal <br /> regarding the Citywide speed limit on city-streets study. He noted Council was in favor of <br /> lowering the speed limit to 25 MPH where applicable. <br /> Mayor Grant asked why the proposal included fees that allowed for contact with the City of <br /> Shoreview. <br /> Mr. Morast explained this would allow him to discuss with Shoreview several signs located <br /> along Northbound Lexington Avenue that was a safety concern. <br />