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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE ATLANTIC BEACH CITY
COMMISSION HELD AT THE CITY HALL ON THURSDAY, AUGUST 12, 1971
AT 7: 30 P. M.
Present: William S . Howell, Mayor-Commissioner
Arthur J. Longo
L. W. Minton, Jr.
R. R. Rosborough
M. F. Marvin
and
R. C. Vogel, City Manager
Oliver Ball, City Attorney
Absent: Adele S. Grage, City Clerk
The meeting was called to order by the Mayor-Commissioner, Mr.
Howell.
Mr. Howell advised the Commission that this was a special
called meeting for the purpose of hearing Chief Stucki' s
complaints against Rexwood, Inc. , known as the Big "L" , at
1805 Mayport Road.
Chief Stucki read the charges, incorporating in the complaint
incidents occurring in and around this establishment for the
past two years. In the opinion of Chief Stucki the presence
of this beer tavern is the catalyst for the disturbances and
incidents outlined in his complaint. Mr. Rex Thames, owner
of the Big "L" was represented by Attorney John H. P . Helms.
Mr. Helms asked for a continuation in that he had short notice
of the hearing and felt that it was insufficient time to pre-
pare an adequate defense. Mr. Howell advised that this was
not a Court of Law nor were Court procedures to be used during
the hearing. Also, the notice was in compliance with City law
and Commission rules.
Attorney Helms then proceeded to ascertain the scope of the
charges which were based on Chapter 10, Section 10-4, of the
Code of the City of Atlantic Beach.
There was a discussion provided by several employees of the
Big "L" outlining the type of operation and conduct of the
patrons.
There Were complaints from residents of the immediate vicinity,
also positive expressions by others who felt that the operation
should be continued.
Mr. Howell allowed the meeting to continue until everyone
present who wished to speak for or against the operation of
this business was heard. He then called for a 10 minute recess
for the purpose of conferring with Mr. Thames and his Attorney.
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The meeting was then reconvened and Mr. Helms proposed that
the decision be held in abeyance for two weeks, and for this
period of time Mr. Thames would not allow any alcoholic
beverages to be sold or consumed on the premises. The Commission
concurred in this proposal by a vote of 4 to 1. Mr. Minton
cast the dissenting vote.
Mr. Howell then adjourned the meeting.
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Mayor-Co issioner
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