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| REGULAR MEETING | LICENSING BOARD | COUNCIL CHAMBERS |
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| THURSDAY | January 13, 2022 | 9:30 A.M. |
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THIS WAS A HYBRID MEETING
The public was able to participate remotely.
1. 9:35 A.M. CALL TO ORDER
Present: Michael Cardiff, Chair
Paul Gencarella Jr., Vice Chair
Dawn Robinson, Alternate Member
Donna L. Giordano, Clerk
Present Remotely: Mary E. Belanger
Joseph M. Nigrelli, Jr.
T. Sol. Dylan Conley, Esq.
Absent: Angela M. Thoman-Miller
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
Led by Mr. Cardiff.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
Regular Meeting - December 9, 2021
Motion by Mr. Nigrelli, Seconded by Ms. Belanger, 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. Gencarella, Seconded by Ms. Belanger, to open the Public Hearing. (Voted Unanimously)
Liquor Class B Victualer - New
Nana’s Westerly, LLC
dba: Nana’s Bakery & Pizza 82 High Street
Present: William A. Nardone, Esq., representing applicant
Aaron Laipply, owner
Attorney Nardone explained the location of the business, its floor plan, and its operation with the hours of operation. He noted the experience of the owners in the food industry, as well as other restaurants that they operate.
Mr. Laipply stated that the restaurant will be serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, with pastries, sandwiches and small plates. He noted the seating areas and the liquor storage area.
Motion by Mr. Gencarella, Seconded by Ms. Belanger, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
Motion by Ms. Robinson, Seconded by Ms. Belanger, to open the Public Hearing. (Voted Unanimously)
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None
6. NEW BUSINESS
a. New Licenses and Permits
Inside Entertainment - New
Aioli Inc. 224 Post Rd
dba: Evie’s
Present: Justin Dalton-Ameen, owner
Mr. Ameen explained the type of entertainment that will be provided, the layout of the restaurant and the seating.
Motion by Mr. Gencarella, Seconded by Ms. Robinson, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
K & D Westerly LLC
dba: Surf Cantina 15 Canal St
Present Remotely: Kaniel Van Kruiningen, owner
Mr. Kruiningen explained the type of entertainment that will be provided.
Motion by Mr. Gencarella, Seconded by Ms. Belanger, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
b. Renewals
Amusements
Watch Hill Outfitters 157 Main St
(Kayak Rentals)
Motion by Mr. Gencarella, Seconded by Ms. Belanger, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
c. Ratify & Confirm
One-Time Event(s)
High Tide Juice Co 55 Beach St Apt. 10C
December 19, 2021 (10:00 am – 2:00 pm)
Motion by Mr. Gencarella, Seconded by Ms. Robinson, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
Wedding
Westerly Armory 1 Railroad Ave
December 30, 2021 (3:00 pm – 10:00 pm)
Motion by Mr. Gencarella, Seconded by Mr. Nigrelli, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
d. Order Advertise for Public Hearing
None
7. COMMUNICATIONS
a. Correspondence
None
b. Town Solicitor Report
None
8. ADJOURNMENT
10:05 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.