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| REGULAR MEETING | LICENSING BOARD | COUNCIL CHAMBERS |
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| THURSDAY | June 10, 2021 | 9:30 A.M. |
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THIS MEETING WAS A HYBRID
1. 9:30 A.M. CALL TO ORDER
Present: Michael Cardiff, Chair
Paul Gencarella Jr., Vice Chair
Joseph M. Nigrelli, Jr.
Angela M. Thoman-Miller
Donna L. Giordano, Clerk
In Attendance Remotely: Mary E. Belanger
Dawn Robinson, Alternate
T. Sol. William Conley, Esq.
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
Led by Mr. Cardiff.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
Acceptance of Minutes
Regular Meeting - May 13, 2021
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)
Motion by Mr. Nigrelli, Seconded by Mr. Gencarella, to open the Public Hearing. (Voted
Unanimously)
Liquor Class B Victualer – New
Cinder Restaurant LLC
dba: Cinder 169 Main St
Present: William A. Nardone, Esq. representing applicant
Mr. Nardone presented a brief history on the travel of this application. He noted that the building is well along in construction; that it will have sixty seats including inside and outside seating; and that restrictions imposed by CRMC have been placed on the property under the Urban Coastal Greenway Plan, being a pedestrian easement over the property from Main Street and a twenty-five foot wide easement along the river. He stated that the hours of operation are 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and noted the restaurant experience of the applicants.
Mr. Nardone responded to questions from the Board regarding site plan, seating and parking.
No one appeared in favor or to object.
Motion by Mr. Nigrelli, Seconded by Ms. Thoman, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
Liquor Class B Victualer – New
18 High Street LLC
dba: Endswell Inn 12 High St Unit 106 & 107
Present: William A. Nardone, Esq. representing applicant
Jeffrey Pucci, member
Mr. Nardone explained the operation of the business. He stated that the establishment will have two levels with 142 seats including outdoor seating of 28 seats along the river walk; that there will be two bar areas; and that the hours of operation will be for 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. He noted the principals of the corporation and provided background on the operators' experience in the industry. He addressed the floor plan and noted where the liquor will be stored.
Mr. Nardone responded to questions from the Board regarding the floor plan and the river walk.
No one appeared in favor or to object.
Motion by Ms. Thoman, Seconded by Ms. Belanger, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
Liquor Class B Victualer – Shareholders Transfer
184 Shore Road LLC
dba: Winnapaug Country Club 184 Shore Road
Mr. Cardiff recused on the aforesaid matter due to a possible conflict of interest being that he is an abutting property owner.
Present: Thomas J. Liguori, Jr., Esq. representing applicant
Nicholas Scola, transferee
Mr. Liquori stated that the aforesaid application is a stockholder transfer from the Luzzi’s as shareholders to Nicholas Scola as the sole shareholder. He further stated that the transfer that was granted to Essential Foods LLC is being withdrawn.
No one appeared in favor or to object.
Motion by Mr. Nigrelli, Seconded by Ms. Thoman, that the aforesaid transfer be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
Motion by Mr. Nigrelli, Seconded by Ms. Belanger, to close the Public Hearing. (Voted Unanimously)
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None
6. NEW BUSINESS
a. New Licenses and Permits
One-Time Events
Flock Theatre Wilcox Park
June 24,25,26,27 & July 1,2,3, 2021
7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Motion by Ms. Thoman, Seconded by Mr. Nigrelli, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
Ivory Ella LLC 89 Tom Harvey Rd
June 28, 29,30 & July 1,2,3, 2021
10:00 am – 6:00 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)
Colonial Theatre School Inc Wilcox Park
July 30, 31 & Aug 1,6,7,8,11,12,13,14 & 15, 2021
7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Ms. Robinson recused due to a possible conflict of interest being that she is a member of the Board of the Colonial Theatre School, Inc.
Motion by Mr. Gencarella, Seconded by Ms. Thoman, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
Knickerbocker Music Center The Green at Watch Hill
June 29 & July 13 & 27 & Aug 10 & 24, 2021
6:00 pm – 8:00 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)
Misquamicut Business Association 316 Atlantic Avenue
July 1,2,3,4,7,8,9,10,11,13,14,15,16 & 17, 2021
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Dawn recused due to a possible conflict of interest being that Shakespeare In The Park is conducting a fundraiser at the drive-in theatre.
Motion by Mr. Nigrelli, Seconded by Mr. Gencarella, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
Misquamicut Business Association 316 Atlantic Avenue
July 18,21,22,23,24,25,28,29,30,31, 2021
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Dawn recused due to a possible conflict of interest being that Shakespeare In The Park is conducting a fundraiser at the drive-in theatre.
Motion by Mr. Nigrelli, Seconded by Mr. Gencarella, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
Misquamicut Club (The) 60 Ocean View Highway
July 4, 2021, 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
(Rain date July 5, 2021)
Motion by Mr. Gencarella, Seconded by Ms. Thoman, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
b. Renewals
Parking Lot
Steven Daggett (73) 148 Atlantic Ave
Motion by Mr. Nigrelli, Seconded by Mr. Gencarella, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
c. Ratify & Confirm
None
d. Order Advertise for Public Hearing
None
7. COMMUNICATIONS
a. Correspondence
None
b. Town Solicitor Report
None
8. ADJOURNMENT
10:22 A.M. Voted Unanimously to adjourn.
ATTEST:
Donna L. Giordano, MMC
Licensing Board Clerk
Details of the aforesaid proceedings are video streamed and available on the Town of Westerly website.