On March 14, 2007, Boston Mayor Thomas Menino had signed Imette's Law, named after murder victim Imette St. Guillen, which would make it mandatory for nightclub and bar owners to conduct criminal background checks on bouncers and to set up security video cameras outside the establishment.
[4] The article stated that "Law enforcement officers blame the violence on youthful immaturity, alcohol, a growing gang problem or on the number of guns on the street.
"[4] Kelly indicated that the city's nuisance and abatement ordinance, which was originally designed to control drug use and prostitution will be revised to include violence, loitering and underage drinking.
[7] It was reported that part of the Cotton Club would be closed but the restaurant and lounge portion that was downstairs would remain open.
[7] Fourth Precinct Commander, John Hall said he was disappointed with the judge's decision and said that the department wanted improvements.