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David Dent of the Licensed Beverage Association reminded licensees about the Tipsy Taxi program and said the military on base has a similar program that provides rides home for service members. \"It's a program of last resort to try to make sure everybody gets home safe for the holidays,\" Dent said.

Jacqueline Shaw, operations specialist at MedStar Saint Mary's Hospital and CAC co‑chair, introduced Jenna Mullican, the CAC's new half‑time coordinator funded by the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Administration grant. Shaw said the CAC has scheduled a fraudulent‑ID training by Martin Johnson for Nov. 13 at the Higher Education Center: law enforcement training 9 a.m.–1 p.m. and a retailers' session 2 p.m.–4 p.m., with a networking lunch in between.

Shaw also described an upcoming county RAS training for licensees called by the board and said the CAC will launch a marketing campaign, \"Can You Afford It?,\" featuring billboards, posters and theater ads to reach teens, parents and retailers. \"The concept of 'Can You Afford It?' is that there's consequences behind misuse of alcohol or... selling to minors,\" Shaw said.

The CAC said it will research what happens in district court to employees cited for underage sales, to better understand whether employees face consequences beyond employer discipline. The coalition invited the board to participate in creating a matrix for consistent responses to violations in the future and invited board members to the CAC meeting on Oct. 23.

The board thanked coalition representatives and noted the CAC's work complements enforcement and licensing efforts.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","10/11/2012 Alcohol Beverage Board","oneSentenceSummary","Representatives of the Community Alcohol Coalition and the Licensed Beverage Association told the board about upcoming ID‑fraud and retail training on Nov. 13, a county RAS training Nov. 27, and a marketing campaign called \"Can You Afford It?\" aimed at reducing underage alcohol access.","taxTitle","St. Mary's County, Maryland","taxId",51086,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6358836,"Board grants conditional‑license extensions for LongHorn Steakhouse and Twist Wine & Spirits",50,133000,183000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2210910-f41cf943800b178a5beccc70b2f7b1e5&start=133&end=183","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2210910-f41cf943800b178a5beccc70b2f7b1e5/thumbnail_133000.jpg","/articles/6358836/St-Marys-County/Maryland/Board-grants-conditionallicense-extensions-for-LongHorn-Steakhouse-and-Twist-Wine-Spirits","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6358836-35eddbc125acecd596a3250b3e824ddd/orig.mp4?Expires=1771135376&Signature=j1dWBnDdCkWjv5dAnJGlahLB25AAdSPZvACV8igt~1nK6VEQcoNa2eV08iVRq2dm0H6xUxBS06xx6B9Ko6-~1G79iaMLnCamc3oFwaiu0Tvbc0lsrQMmAaqsp4PU2neLE2I4WH-ZYlgHye-uPj3sxD2kTOWSUhqIC8mTaGwlOYoS~oBPavrIrCXtR1-uPlshGaiGuasUp4SbMnRa-C2T25m4B3MqXuyfvhkxBk0gDRWXO~s3TshZlsSg~n4XnOghYSrkjNKBboiI35vhCxhHIgyGe9WQ0Kwg-gjrt8T6pvNIpVOy~p-dp3K~kP2Bqyb0dFcQWt9DakLkUrD4mLiPDg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The St. Mary's County Alcohol Beverage Board granted extensions of conditional approvals on Oct. 11 for two previously authorized licenses, citing ongoing construction and tenant buildout delays.

The board approved a 180‑day extension for LongHorn Steakhouse at the request of counsel. Attorney Keith Truffer told the board, “Construction of the restaurant is not complete. It's expected to be completed in November with opening in January,” and asked for the maximum 180‑day extension for a new build.

Separately, Twist Wine & Spirits requested an extension after explaining planned modifications to the premises. Owner John Joseph Winters (address provided for the record) described an addition totaling about 5,000 square feet, with roughly 1,200 square feet for Twist and the remainder intended for two additional retail storefronts. The applicant adjusted the request to a 180‑day extension to allow completion of construction and tenant fit‑out; the board approved the extension by voice vote.

Both motions carried by voice vote. The board also approved the minutes of the Sept. 13, 2012 meeting earlier in the session.

Votes at a glance (recorded motions at this meeting):
- Approval of minutes for Sept. 13, 2012 — motion approved by voice vote.
- LongHorn Steakhouse — 180‑day extension of conditional approval — approved by voice vote.
- Twist Wine & Spirits — 180‑day extension of conditional approval (modified from 90 to 180) — approved by voice vote.

Applicants were directed to coordinate with board staff on filings and to supply any updated documentation on construction timelines.","The Alcohol Beverage Board approved 180‑day conditional license extensions for LongHorn Steakhouse and for Twist Wine & Spirits (modified to 180 days) after applicants cited construction and buildout delays.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6358841,"Board withdraws prior orders in Butler's Place appeal after executive session",96,1684000,1780000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2210910-f41cf943800b178a5beccc70b2f7b1e5&start=1684&end=1780","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2210910-f41cf943800b178a5beccc70b2f7b1e5/thumbnail_1684000.jpg","/articles/6358841/St-Marys-County/Maryland/Board-withdraws-prior-orders-in-Butlers-Place-appeal-after-executive-session","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6358841-153bf8df9390affc1a55cc060c0d3b9e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771135376&Signature=O2PU1wh5AUX3~LPXqR4hTFxv-bj40Q73ykoxShp0dww03tW0UEPk513cdjopbWESae~wBFWzr56eo6Wa71DU-hOxkLv0fCfYGGlzC3yKxA8fPVkL~DmTygv1r83W9nQDCb8lfiE6uTP5rbXgbR-g3ZGj80Vypz6~f6m~V2isOU8XlZCgOMMvG27Ib0FCwon98GcSHOUPZhBYVpNv5bf3-dTEc41~ZtK~4TMj6XcoV7~RVUMit5yU2-0CuZ8WvSHflS4Qr0v9BrqoZplHpS3-A5XM5kJSr~9wZxod8W59XWjmHMxIqNCYsHTBODn5vizTfTLSjk6TO~chRP~Rh8hkKQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Following a closed executive session authorized under Maryland law, the St. Mary's County Alcohol Beverage Board announced it had rescinded earlier rulings in the Butler's Place appeal.

The board read into the record that, after review, \"the September 10, 2009 decision in this matter is withdrawn and is now void, and that February 9, 2012 decision in this matter is withdrawn and is now void,\" and that board staff would sign and process the revised order to settle the appeal. The board cited its rules and regulations and the three‑year records rule in reaching the settlement.

Rufus Butler and counsel were present for the action. Board staff indicated a copy of the signed order would be provided to Butler or his representatives before they left the building.

The board said the matter had been considered in executive session under the Maryland Open Meetings Act and relevant state statutory authorization for closed deliberations. The board completed the administrative steps in open session by signing and directing staff to file the withdrawal and provide copies to the parties.

No additional sanctions or penalties were announced during the open‑session confirmation of the executive session action.","After an executive session, the Alcohol Beverage Board of St. Mary's County withdrew and voided earlier decisions relating to Butler's Place, including the September 10, 2009 and February 9, 2012 decisions, to settle an appeal.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6358846,"Board fines Boatman's Mini Mart after admission of underage sale facilitated by third party",292,2500000,2792000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2210910-f41cf943800b178a5beccc70b2f7b1e5&start=2500&end=2792","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2210910-f41cf943800b178a5beccc70b2f7b1e5/thumbnail_2500000.jpg","/articles/6358846/St-Marys-County/Maryland/Board-fines-Boatmans-Mini-Mart-after-admission-of-underage-sale-facilitated-by-third-party","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6358846-080cf15034b8f4d55833ddff619eb8c8/orig.mp4?Expires=1771135376&Signature=U5Sy9Asv9RI3OyeISz2L4-3KDWqkBr3Rto8mwKpKt~mI9ijKbayCMixNrck7iBxfQPJydWUgxUwcpunxFaxIJb30LnydD5AfamR5AwXzI~97zS43qWYAZWIqpHWi9Mhu1acKx4CEoznEn7~HZ7xFbakyCeyk9BSdOz3cirYipwEENl~WJ13bi78xBtTbopcSKoYJvVRp9N1lNqfZ9eYP4vp99nRsDbwqHkP23N9XqEzgnDCXocaiICbKIGCR-u1c~2wiem3IKPo95DoRrOP2Jto46Dze9rniEPAfGoAP~ad9N-CI~mkmas4K-9Xp6WnSJAbHfXgGRJAigrfT4pSOnw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The St. Mary's County Alcohol Beverage Board on Oct. 11 accepted an admission of violation from Boatman's Mini Mart following an Aug. 1 underage compliance check and imposed a monetary penalty and training requirement.

The facts read into the record said a confidential informant entered the store at about 6:30 p.m., selected a 12‑pack of beer and presented a vertical Maryland driver's license showing he was 19. One employee initially refused the sale; another employee, identified in the transcript as \"Miss Hall,\" then offered to purchase the alcohol for the informant and completed the transaction, providing the beer to the underage buyer.

Licensee counsel and the owner acknowledged the incident and asked for leniency, noting the license had been held for seven years without prior underage‑sale violations. \"I was not there. The manager was not there... I just cannot say, undoubtedly, that it that that is... I just can't say that,\" owner Scott (Boatman) told the board while acknowledging responsibility as the licensee.

After discussion the board voted to impose a $1,000 fine with $500 suspended for three years provided no further violations occur, with the fine payable within 10 days or the license suspended. The motion also required attendance at RAS training. The board noted that the statutes governing sale or furnishing to minors cover both direct sales and transactions where an intermediary purchases alcohol for a minor, and that licensees bear responsibility for employees' actions.

The board recorded the 30‑day appeal right to the Circuit Court of St. Mary's County. The RAS training referred to in the motion is administered through the county and coordinating arrangements are to be made with board staff.","Boatman's Mini Mart owner Scott (or 'Boatman') admitted a violation stemming from an August 1, 2012 compliance check. The Alcohol Beverage Board assessed a $1,000 fine with $500 suspended for three years and required RAS training for the employee and licensee.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6358851,"Alcohol board fines Buffalo Wild Wings after admitted underage sale",1760,2002000,3762000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2210910-f41cf943800b178a5beccc70b2f7b1e5&start=2002&end=3762","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2210910-f41cf943800b178a5beccc70b2f7b1e5/thumbnail_2002000.jpg","/articles/6358851/St-Marys-County/Maryland/Alcohol-board-fines-Buffalo-Wild-Wings-after-admitted-underage-sale","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6358851-d8ad1a6d9c713c06c7f47c7fd6dced32/orig.mp4?Expires=1771135376&Signature=L-q9BFgKmw660~~BFMHkQXfeT5R8-UTuCaB0md4tyZoAw8sq8dk-mPyF4Gecfg4ta6HjkMnhcQFtXPaQiP7T3HAu4~NH-Rl39mnQD2RPRk7WW53ef~QG8SQY0WYp7QnYLQMS07pO4mq-it2CfAV-WCz2d1wIAcx0QhOtbfcxaiSQrZthymxAZKtCG1wFAoiULyj27ztXBNmYCg0smAWsCPNq8nZXBErcAFjWfwc95DP0czFaAnAGivuuQfVbGyOW19K1~XKHXc7YHZ-UBXb2KnWBn~9PiIRkZu3ORK7d2EhMXYz2bFKoXJxs607JsH27vz4eosiR7Ze4xAgJCQfs7Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The St. Mary's County Alcohol Beverage Board on Thursday accepted Buffalo Wild Wings' admission that a July 31, 2012 underage compliance check resulted in an alcoholic beverage being served to a person under 21 and assessed monetary and training penalties.

Board members moved to impose a $1,000 fine with $500 suspended for three years pending no further violations; the fine is payable within 10 days or the license will be suspended. The board also required Buffalo Wild Wings to continue its in‑house responsible alcohol service (RAS) training.

The action followed Buffalo Wild Wings' legal team acknowledging the incident and offering mitigation evidence about the restaurant's training and compliance programs. \"We do, in fact, acknowledge that the incidents that led place to this violation occurred,\" attorney Linda Carter told the board, for the record. Company representatives described a multilayered training and testing program, including an RAS course and daily pre‑shift reviews.

Don Rizzi, corporate regional manager, described steps taken after the incident: \"He was suspended... After they did get in touch with you, he was called back into the restaurant and was terminated at that point,\" Rizzi said of the employee involved. Company witnesses also provided copies of the training manual, a signed handbook receipt, and documentation of testing and self‑audit programs the chain uses.

Board members said underage sales are among the most serious violations they address, and noted both the legal and public‑safety stakes. The board's motion on penalty passed by voice vote; members were given 30 days to appeal the action to the Circuit Court of St. Mary's County.

The board also noted that licensees are responsible for employees' conduct even when an employee is prosecuted separately in district court. The Buffalo Wild Wings representatives said the company will continue and expand methods it uses to reinforce compliance, including internal testing and management coaching.

The decision concluded the penalty phase for this citation; the board recorded the disciplinary motion and appeal timeline.","The St. Mary's County Alcohol Beverage Board on Oct. 11 accepted Buffalo Wild Wings' admission that an underage compliance check resulted in a sale and assessed a $1,000 fine with $500 suspended for three years, plus continued in‑house responsible alcohol service training.","actionData","errors"]

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