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South Bend Riverfront Liquor License District, Criteria and Requirements 4 <br />Adopted September 28, 2023 <br />• The number and nature of the jobs added or retained; <br />• Financial and ownership strength as demonstrated by a business plan and <br />related documentation; <br />• If an existing business, the history of successful operation and reason for the <br />need for a license; and <br />• The owner’s participation in the cultural vibrancy of South Bend, and the ongoing <br />continued participation while demonstrating a collaborative approach to <br />supporting the Riverfront District. <br />The above will be evaluated based on the strength of the physical location of the <br />establishment, the operation itself, the economic impact of the establishment on the <br />surrounding neighborhood, and the reputation and experience of ownership. <br />Initial Application Procedure <br />The initial application process is as follows: <br />1. The applicant will complete a Riverfront License application and submit it to <br />DTSB along with a copy of their completed ATC Initial Application or Transfer <br />permit. <br />2. The Riverfront License Review Committee will schedule a public meeting with the <br />applicant to consider the application. <br />3. The Riverfront License Review Committee will make a recommendation to either <br />approve or deny the application. <br />4. An approved applicant will be required to enter into a written contract (the <br />“Agreement”) with the City agreeing to comply with the requirements set forth in <br />this document and any and all local rules and conditions that the City places on <br />the operation. <br />5. The Mayor will then review the recommendations of the Riverfront License <br />Review Committee. If the Mayor also approves, then the applicant will be <br />provided with the approval letter from the Mayor needed for the ATC application. <br />Renewal Application Procedure <br />The renewal application process is as follows: <br />1. The riverfront permit holder seeking renewal will submit to DTSB their completed <br />ATC Application for Renewal. <br />2. If the Riverfront License Review Committee, the Mayor, City staff, or DTSB and <br />its staff have questions about the riverfront permit holder’s previous or current <br />compliance with the Agreement and with requirements set forth in this document,