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04/26/2013

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Sarasota News Leader April 26, 2013 Page 42 And it's not as though the entertainment exception gives White Buffalo the right to blast music out late into the night. Noise restrictions still apply, and the bar will be required to keep its doors and windows shut, aside from normal access. According to Loveridge, the county has a "safeguard" measure, too, which allows the board to modify or revoke an exception if it's being abused. The special exception request was brought by consultant Joel Freedman on behalf of Michael Evanoff, one of the entrepreneurs behind the Evie's chain. White Buffalo was in the news last fall, when the venue objected to a $220,000 county impact fee that was later reduced to around $50,000. A map shows the location of the White Buffalo Saloon. Image courtesy Google Maps the bar's plans should come out Friday night Evanoff did not respond to voicemails asking and see for themselves. about his plans for late night entertainment, Sounds like a good time. but the bar is known for its vibrant honkytonk vibe. In a voicemail, Freedman says he's White Buffalo Saloon is located at 5377 McIn"not authorized to speak" about the excep- tosh Road, Sarasota. Find out more by calling tion, but he notes that anyone curious about 927-6655 or visiting thewbsaloon.com. % The County Commission meets in session earlier this year. Photo by Norman Schimmel

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