The City of Rome’s Alcohol Control Commission (ACC) recently convened in the City Commission Chambers at City Hall, 601 Broad Street, to review a series of alcohol license applications and related matters.

Commission members Billy Cooper, Taylor McMichael, Courtney Shepard, and Commissioner Robinson were present. Absent were Steve VanMeter and Doug Phipps. Also attending the meeting were Rome Police Major Rusty Blair and Assistant City Attorney Sam Lucas.

Peachy Pub Receives Extension

Mr. Guljar Singh appeared on behalf of Peachy Pub, located at 325 Broad Street. Singh requested an extension of a previously approved Beer, Wine, and Liquor Pouring license with entertainment, which was set to expire. Commissioner Cooper moved to approve the extension, with Ms. McMichael seconding. The motion passed unanimously.

New License for Quick Quest

Mr. Tejas Patel, representing Quick Quest at 407 N. Division Street, requested a new beer package license for a soon-to-open convenience store and gas station at that location. Patel, who operates multiple alcohol-selling establishments across Georgia, answered questions regarding underage alcohol sales prevention, employee training, and security measures, including surveillance cameras.

Following a discussion about his business operations and compliance with local regulations, particularly concerning Coin Operated Amusement Machines, Commissioner McMichael moved to approve the license request, contingent upon a final inspection and approval by relevant city departments. Ms. Shepard seconded the motion, which was approved unanimously.

Food Mart Application Discussed in Owner’s Absence

An application for a new beer package license at Food Mart, 2000 N. Broad Street, was presented on behalf of owner Simerjit Kaur, who was not in attendance. Attorney Steve Chumbler appeared in her place to request the license.

Chairman Cooper asked Assistant Secretary Green to provide background on the location. Green noted the site had previously received a citation from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation for a Coin Operated Amusement Machine violation. No vote on the application was recorded during this portion of the meeting.

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