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904 MCMULLEN BOOTH RD
THE BREW GARDEN
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Welis, Wayne
From: Bob Lasher [boblasher@hotmail.com]
Sent: Sunday, March 15, 2009 2:50 PM
To: Wells, Wayne
Cc: jell@vemcop.com
Subject: Brew Garden
Dear Mr. Wells,
I own a home at 3049 Kapok Kove Dr., which is right around the corner from the Shoppes at the Savoy
and proposed Brew Garden restaurant.
I believe that making the proprietors of that establishment file fora "Nightclub permit" simply because
they want to serve beer and wine is so irresponsible that it borders on slander and harassment. The
operators seek to offer nothing more to their patrons than Perkins Pancake House, which also offers beer
and wine -yet no one in their right mind would consider Perkins a "Night Club." In fact, I wonder if you
made Perkins at Gulf to Bay and US 19 obtain nightclub permit.
I would, in no uncertain terms, fight tooth and nail to prevent the opening of an establishment that
actually would be a traditional "Nightclub" within 200 feet of my home, however I fully endorse and
support the opening of the Brew Garden. It will be the first restaurantleatery within walking distance of
many homes in our community and such an establishment will greatly contribute to the livability of our
neighborhood. When you boost the livability of a community you also boost home and land values.
Goodness knows that in this economy, we could all use help with boosting land and home values.
I think having an establishment nearby where my wife, seven-year-old daughter and I could walk for a
sandwich and some coffee would be a wonderful thing. Denying the Brew Garden permission to offer
wine and beer would be as irresponsible and egregious as forcing the owners to apply fora "Nightclub"
permit, despite the fact that the establishment will, in no way, resemble what anyone in their right minds
would consider a "Nightclub."
Please allow this establishment to carry beer and wine and consider amending city policy to prevent
such misunderstanding for future applicants.
Cordially,
Bob Lasher
3049 Kapok Kove Dr.
Clearwater, FL.
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3/15/2009
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Wells, Wayne
From: Frank Schuster [frank44@tampabay.rr.com]
Sent: Friday, March 13, 2009 4:29 PM
To: Wells, Wayne
Subject: The Brew Garden
When I first received the notification from the city about this proposed establishment, I «-as very
concealed about the noise and other related activities that normally accompany a night club.
After receiving an overview letter about the proposed Brew Garden to be located near my home, I have
to admit that if everything that was stated in the overview is correct and adheared too, then it sounds like
a place I and some of the neighbors would frequent on a regular basis.
Actually I kind of like the idea of being able to take a short walk and enjoy a desert and the other
activities the establishment said it would be offering.
Respectifizlly,
Frank A. Schuster
3065 Grand View Ave
Clearwater, Fl 33759
3/15/2009
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Wells, Wayne
From: ben-gandg [ben-gandg@tampabay.rr.com]
Sent: Saturday, March 14, 2009 8:31 PM
To: Wells, Wayne
Subject: The Brew Garden
To Whom It May Concern:
Hello! Our names are Salomon and Cedalia Perdomo and we reside in the Del Oro Groves subdivision. Our
address is: 3262 San Jose Street Clearwater, FL 33759 and the intention for the is a-mail is to show full support
for The Brew Garden's family venture. If you have any questions feel free to contact me at 813-598-3049.
Sincerely,
Salomon and Cedalia Perdomo
3/15/2009
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Wells, Wayne
From: Erma Kiser [yourfrienderma@knology.net]
Sent: Saturday, March 14, 2009 4:42 PM
To: Wells, Wayne
Cc: sandyammen@aol.com; jell@vemcorp.com
Subject: BREW GARDEN
WE ARE SO LOOKING FORWARD TO THE OPENING OF BREW GARDEN,WHICH IS ALMOST NEXT DOOR
TO US.....I FEEL THAT IT WILL BEAN ASSET TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD..WE HAVE CHILDREN AND I
UNDERSTAND THE PROPRIETORS DO ALSO.
THANK YOU FOR CONSIDERINGTHEIR APPROVAL.
DAN AND ERMA KISER
3079 KAPOK KOVE DR.
CLEARWATER FL 33759
PHONE 797 0255
3/15/2009
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Wells, Wayne
From: k56cactus@aol.com
Sent: Saturday, March 14, 2009 9:31 AM
To: Wells, Wayne
Subject: The Brew Garden
Dear M. Wells,
I live behind 904 N. McMullen Booth Road on Glen Oak Ave East and was unable to come to the
meeting because I was unable to get off work. I just want to let you know that my husband and I have no
problem with this place getting thier liquid license. This bulding doesn't have that much business going
in and out so I feel that it won't cause traffic issues. With the way the times are right now, I feel that the
Fritz should get a chance to start a small business with this liquid license and prove what they say!
Thank you for you time,
Kristie and Norman Adkins
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Wells, Wayne
From: Sallen, Peggy [Peggy.Sallen@techdata.com]
Sent: Friday, March 13, 2009 12:25 PM
To: Wells, Wayne
Cc: Jeff Fritz
Subject: Brew Garden
Hello Wayne,
I'm writing you today in an effort to have you hear from a neighbor of the future Brew Garden. 1 have lived here
10 years and would be delighted to have a truly neighborhood gathering place. As an aside, there was no
problem with a Starbuck's, previously at the location. I'd be very interested to know why, in light of that, there
would be an issue with the Brew Garden.
Cordially,
Peggy Sallen
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Wells, Wayne
From: Lasher, Pamela [PLasher@BBandT.com]
Sent: Friday, March 13, 2009 12:24 PM
To: Wells, Wayne
Cc: jell@vemcorp.com; sandyammen@aol.com
Subject: The Brew Garden -Application for Nightclub Permit
Dear Mr. Wells,
I am writing to you on behalf of Jeff and Cassandra Fritz, who are seeking a permit to open a small restaurant
called The Brew Garden on McMullen-Booth Road. My husband and I own a house at 3049 Kapok Kove Dr,
within 200 feet of The Brew Garden's proposed location.
When I first received notification from the City that an application had been made to place a nightclub at this
location, I was terribly upset, as you can imagine. My primary concern was noise and traffic. Many small children
live on our street and a nightclub is simply incompatible with a quiet residential neighborhood. However, I have
since received some helpful information from the Fritzes that has set my mind at ease. Apparently, the
establishment they seek to open is NOT, in fact, an actual nightclub. It is simply a small cafe that will offer beer
and wine, as well as coffee, food and desserts. I really don't understand why the City would even classify them as
a nightclub.
Personally, I think that The Brew Garden would be a nice addition to our neighborhood, and neither my husband
(Bob Lasher) nor I would object to this permit.
Sincerely,
Pamela Lasher, cPCU, AAI
Commercial Account Manager
BB&T Insurance Services/Iler Wall & Shonter
PO Box 14448.
St. Petersburg, FL 33733-4448
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Wells, Wayne
From: Vivian Burr [vburr@tampabay.rr.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 12, 2009 6:01 PM
To: Wells, Wayne
Cc: jell@vemcorp.com; sandyammen@aol.com
Subject: The Brew Garden - 3/17 hearing
Dear Mr. Wells,
I am writing you in regards to the new establishment named "The Brew Garden". I understand that there is a
hearing on March 17th for the City of Clearwater to approve or deny their application for business. I am unable to
attend the hearing, but as a nearby resident of the property at 904 McMullen Booth Rd, Clearwater, FL, I wanted
to voice my opinion. I am in FULL SUPPORT of this business.
I do not know the owners personally nor have any financial or business dealings with them. Hence, my
endorsement is simply a gesture of good will for the success of their business. I believe this type of establishment
will enhance our neighborhood, bring together neighbors, and provide a relaxing place for persons of all ages. I
look forward to supporting a local small business in my community, especially during these tough economic times.
Should you have any questions, you may contact me at my email address: vburr tam.~abaY.rr•com.
Sincerely,
Vivian Burr
Lifelong Resident of Clearwater
3067 Kapok Kove Dr.
Clearwater, FL 33759
3/13/2009
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Wells, Wayne
From: Lavonia Velasquez [lavoniavelasquez@earthlink.net]
Sent: Thursday, March 12, 2009 8:43 PM
To: Wells, Wayne
Cc: sandyammen@aol.com; Cynthia.goudeau@mycleanvater.com
Subject: Brew Garden
Good Evening Wayne,
I am sending this email in response to a letter I received from Sandy Fritz. I initially lead objection to
the Brew Garden opening in my neighborhood and voiced my opinion in a letter to the City Clerk:
Cynthia E. Goudeaiy MMC.
I have since spoken with Sandy and received a letter from her as well. I have been assiered that the
establishment will not be open after 11pm and will riot have loacd mtesic or bar games as a usual bar
does. I was assured that this is actually a cafe and not a nightclub.
Sandy addressed each of my concerns arzd I now feel I have no objections to the Brew Garden at this
time.
Had I had all the facts in the beginning I would not have objected. Please consider this my revocation of
the previous letter of objection and feel f •ee to contact me if you need anything further.
Sincerely,
Lavonia Velasquez
901 Glen Oak Ave E
Clear•tivater, FL 33759
(h): 727.791.9299
LavoniaVelascBeez cUeccrthlink.net
3/13/2009