THIS MEETING WAS HELD VIA ZOOM

 

The public was able to view and participate in the meeting.

 

 1.    9:30 A.M.  CALL TO ORDER

 

Present Remotely:  Michael Cardiff, Chair

                                  Paul Gencarella Jr., Vice Chair

                                  Joseph M. Nigrelli, Jr.

                                  Mary E. Belanger

                                  Angela M. Thoman

                                  Dawn Robinson, Alternate Member

                                  T. Sol. Dylan Conley, Esq

                                  Donna L. Giordano, MMC, Clerk

 

 

SALUTE TO THE FLAG

 

        Led by Mr. Cardiff.

 

 

2.     CONSENT CALENDAR

 

  Regular Meeting - September 10, 2020

 

Motion by Mr. Nigrelli, Seconded by Ms. Thoman, that the aforesaid minutes be accepted and approved as printed. (Voted Unanimously)

 

 

3.     PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Comments shall be limited to agenda items, excluding matters to be scheduled for public hearing.

 

        None

 

 

4.     PUBLIC HEARINGS (Liquor Licenses & Others)

 

               None

 

 

5.     UNFINISHED BUSINESS

 

               None

 

 

6.     NEW BUSINESS

 

a.    New Licenses and Permits

 

One-Time Events

Sunday Funday                                                                   High St – Downtown

Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce

Oct 11, 18 & 25, 2020 – 12:00 to 8:00 pm

 

Ms. Thoman and Mr. Gencarella recused due to a possible conflict of interest being that they board members of the Chamber.

 

Motion by Mr. Nigrelli, Seconded by Ms. Belanger, that the aforesaid license be granted subject   to the prior approval of proper authorities. (So Voted 3 - 0; Thoman and Gencarella recused)

 

Wedding- Margin Street Inn                                                 4 Margin St

Margin Street Inn, LLC                                                                  

October 11, 2020 – 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm

 

Motion by Mr. Gencarella, Seconded by Ms. Thoman, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)

 

East Avenue Outdoor Open                                                9 East Avenue

Julie Brayton Fine Art

October 18, 2020 – 11:00 am to 2:00 pm

 

Motion by Mr. Nigrelli, Seconded by Mr. Gencarella, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)

 

Leigh Warehouse Sale                                                         89 Tom Harvey Rd

Leigh ShoeCase Company LLC

October 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 2020 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

 

Motion by Ms. Thoman, Seconded by Mr. Gencarella, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)

 

October Sample Sales                                                        89 Tom Harvey Rd

Ivory Ella LLC

October 21,22,23,24,25, 2020 – 9:00 am to 8:00 pm

 

Motion by Ms. Thoman, Seconded by Mr. Gencarella, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)

 

Candidates Night                                                                 Westerly Middle School

Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce

October 22, 2020 – 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

 

        Ms. Thoman and Mr. Gencarella recused due to a possible conflict of interest being that they board members of the Chamber.

 

Motion by Mr. Nigrelli, Seconded by Ms. Belanger, that the aforesaid license be granted subject   to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted 3 - 0; Thoman and Gencarella recused)

 

Santa’s Arrival & Holiday Light Trail                                    Chamber Way

Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce

November 27, 2020 – 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

 

        Ms. Thoman and Mr. Gencarella recused due to a possible conflict of interest being that they board members of the Chamber.

 

Motion by Mr. Nigrelli, Seconded by Ms. Robinson, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (So Voted 3 - 0; Thoman and Gencarella recused)

 

b.    Renewals

 

Motion by Mr. Nigrelli, Seconded by Ms. Thoman, that all renewal licenses be considered with one vote.  (Voted Unanimously)

 

Amusements

               Atlantic Beach Park                                                             321 Atlantic Ave

                    (Carousel)                                                                                                

 

               Ocean Community YMCA Skating Rink                            61 Main St.

                    (Ice Rink)

 

               Paddle Surf RI                                                                     3 India Point Rd

                    (Paddel/Surf board rentals)

 

               Westerly Virtual Golf                                                            114 Granite St

                    (Virtual Golf)

 

               Bed & Breakfast

               Langworthy Farm B & B (6)                                                308 Shore Rd

               Westerly House (4)                                                               15 Cross St

 

               Coin Operated Devices

               Atlantic Beach Park (50)                                                     321 Atlantic Ave

 

               Inside Entertainment

               Lilly Pulitzer                                                                          31 Bay St

 

  Mobile Homes/Trailer Park

  Timber Creek RV Resort (198)                                           118 Dunns Corners

 

        Motels/Hotels/Guest Houses

        Ambassador Motel (9)                                                         201 Post Rd

        Ocean Blue Motel (17)                                                        30 Winnapaug Rd

        Point 1 Resorts (34)                                                             24 Winnapaug Rd

               Trade Winds Motel (13)                                                       2 Rabbit Run

 

Motion by Mr. Gencarella, Seconded by Ms. Thoman, that the aforesaid licenses be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)

 

c.    Ratify & Confirm

 

        One-Time Events

Sunday Funday                                                                   High St – Downtown

Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce

Sept 13, 20, 27 & Oct 4, 2020 – 12:00 to 8:00 pm

 

                        Ms. Thoman and Mr. Gencarella recused due to a possible conflict of interest being that they board members of the Chamber.    

 

Motion by Mr. Nigrelli, Seconded by Ms. Belanger, that the action of the Town Clerk in granting   the aforesaid license be ratified and confirmed. (Voted)

 

d.    Order Advertise for Public Hearing– November 5, 2020

 

1.    Liquor Licenses, Junk Dealers, Second-Hand Shops, Victualer Extended Hours and Class C Extended Hours. 

 

Motion by Ms. Thoman, Seconded by Ms. Robinson, that the aforesaid licenses be ordered advertised for public hearing on November 5, 2020.  (Voted Unanimously)

 

e.    2021 Licensing Board Meeting Dates & Times.

 

Motion Ms. Thoman, Seconded by Ms. Belanger, that the dates and times for the 2021 Licensing Board meetings be approved.  (Voted Unanimously)

 

f.     Rules of Procedure to Govern The Licensing Board

       

Motion by Mr. Nigrelli, Seconded by Ms. Belanger, that the aforesaid Rules of Procedure to Govern the Licensing Board be approved as printed.  (Voted Unanimously)

 

g.    Conditions of Beverage Licenses and Rules and Regulations

 

Motion by Mr. Nigrelli, Seconded by Ms. Belanger, that the aforesaid Conditions of Beverage Licenses and Rules and Regulations be approved as printed.  (Voted Unanimously)

 

 

7.     COMMUNICATIONS

 

a.    Correspondence

 

               Department of Health - re: Citation to Gene Properties LLC dba Sandy Shore Motel, 149 Atlantic Avenue for violation of COVID-19 restrictions

              

               Westerly Police Department - re: Report of Gene Properties LLC dba Sandy Shore Motel, 149 Atlantic Ave providing outside entertainment without an outside entertainment license

              

Motion by Ms. Thoman, Seconded by Mr. Nigrelli, that the aforesaid correspondence be received and placed on file.  (Voted Unanimously)

 

        b.  Town Solicitor Report

 

        Attorney Conley requested that renewal of all licenses issued to Gene Arganese be set aside due to a significant pattern of ignoring State and Town regulations.  He stated that he will be giving a presentation to the Board of the license holder's ability and competency to operate.  He further stated that the Police Department, the Zoning Department and he have concerns with the continued operation of any of Mr. Arganese's licenses to the extent that conditions, limitations, or probationary periods would need to be placed on his licenses, and can present evidence of continued refusal to obey any regulation, particularly COVID regulations, which are a direct health and safety violation.  He requested that the Clerk notify Mr. Arganese that his licenses will be discussed at the November 5th hearing and invite him to attend.

 

        Ms. Belanger questioned whether Ms. Robinson should be voting when the full membership of the Licensing Board is present.

 

Motion by Ms. Thoman, Seconded by Mr. Gencarella, Ms. Robinson be replaced by Ms Thoman on any motion that was Seconded by her.  (Voted Unanimously)

 

 

8.     ADJOURNMENT

 

        10:05 A.M.  Voted Unanimously to adjourn.

 

 

     Details of the aforesaid proceedings are video streamed and available on the Town of Westerly website.