  Update! I mentioned to my boss (wonderful man that he is) that I'm off the event planning committee, and explained my personal reason. Turns out, the owner loves the idea of having the party at the Garden and has already approved it. So, he said to let the other woman do her due-diligence in looking at other venues, then we veto her and hold it at the garden anyway. It's not really very nice, but it makes me happy. Is that bad? Diva out. 
