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| REGULAR MEETING | LICENSING BOARD | COUNCIL CHAMBERS |
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| THURSDAY | MARCH 12, 2026 | 9:30 A.M. |
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1. 9:34 A.M. CALL TO ORDER
Present: Paul Gencarella Jr., Chair
Angela M. Thoman-Miller
Jaime Przekop Vorenkamp
Stephen J. Iacoi
Jason Abate, Auxiliary Member
T. Sol. Mario Martone, Esq.
Mary L. LeBlanc, Clerk
Absent: Joseph M. Nigrelli, Jr. Vice Chair
SALUTE TO THE FLAG – Led by Angela M. Thoman-Miller
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
Regular Meeting – February 12, 2026
Motion by Mr. Abate, Seconded by Ms. Vorenkamp, 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. LICENSES AND PERMITS
a. New
Inside Entertainment License
Ocean Community United Theatre Inc. 35 Railroad Ave
dba: The United Theatre
Present: Anthony Nunes, representing The United Theatre
Mr. Nunes stated that the inside entertainment will be mostly education-based entertainment.
Motion by Ms. Vorenkamp, Seconded by Mr. Iacoi, that the aforesaid Inside Entertainment license for Ocean Community United Theatre/dba: The United Theatre be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
Motion by Ms. Vorenkamp, Seconded by Ms. Thoman-Miller, to amend the agenda to move The United Theatre’s Class F-1 License application to this portion of the agenda. (Voted Unanimously)
Class F -1 (All Liquor):
Dance Nite at the Knick with the Hoolios
The United Theatre 35 Railroad Ave
March 21, 2026 7 pm – 9 pm
Motion by Mr. Iacoi, Seconded by Ms. Thoman-Miller, that the Class F-1 License for The United Theatre be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (So Voted 4 to 1 – Mr. Abate dissented)
Motion by Ms. Vorenkamp, Seconded by Mr. Abate, to amend the agenda to move the The United Theatre’s One-Time Event license application to this portion of the agenda. (Voted Unanimously)
One-Time Event:
Dance Nite at the Knick with the Hoolios
The United Theatre 35 Railroad Ave
March 21, 2026 7 pm – 9 pm
Motion by Ms. Thoman-Miller, Seconded by Ms. Vorenkamp, that the One-Time Event license for The United Theatre be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
b. Renewals
Motel/Hotels/Guest Houses
Harbour House(12) 9-17 Bay St
Sandcastle Inn (26) 141 Atlantic Ave
Sandcastle Inn (12) 140 Atlantic Ave
Motion by Mr. Abate, Seconded by Ms. Thoman-Miller, that the aforesaid licenses be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
Parking Lot Licenses
1 Bay Street Parking (124) 1 Bay St
300 Atlantic (7) 298-300 Atlantic Ave
4 Winnapaug Rd (35) 4 Winnapaug Rd
Andrea Parking Lot (68) 92-98 Atlantic Ave
Andrea (The) (34) 89 Atlantic Ave
Atlantic Beach Pizza & Grill (2) 145 Atlantic Ave
Atlantic Entertainment (32) 128 Atlantic Ave
Bayview Fun Park (108) 338 Atlantic Ave
Beachcomber Agency (33) 10 Winnapaug Rd
Breezeway Beach (20) 137 Atlantic Ave
Dunes Park Inc (138) 665 Atlantic Ave
Flyhawk (35) 310 Atlantic Ave
Jim Pucci’s Trailer Park (75) 347 Atlantic Ave
Larkin Road Parking (104) 9 Larkin Rd
Misquamicut Fire District (54) 103 Atlantic Ave
Misquamicut Fire District (51) 121 Atlantic Ave
Misquamicut Parking (84) 148 Atlantic Ave
Sam’s Beach (33) 301 Atlantic Ave
Sandcastle Inn Motel Parking (10) 140 Atlantic Ave
Sandcastle Inn (12) 3 Montauk Ave
Town of Westerly (124) 365 Atlantic Ave
WHI Parking (107) 44 Bay St
Motion by Mr. Abate, Seconded by Ms. Thoman-Miller, that the aforesaid licenses be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
c. One-Time Events
Annual Pawcatuck River Duck Race
Ocean Community Chamber Foundation Downtown Westerly Bridge
DATE CORRECTION: Apr. 25, 2026 11:30 am – 3 pm
(Date incorrectly listed as Apr. 26, 2026 on 2/12/26 agenda)
Ms. Thoman-Miller recused herself due to a possible conflict of interest being that she serves on the Board of Directors of the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce.
Motion by Ms. Vorenkamp, Seconded by Mr. Abate, that the aforesaid license be granted for April 25, 2026 subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (So Voted 4 to 0 – Ms. Thoman recused)
Sugar Concert – Night at the Theatre
Frank Olean Center 5 Canal St
March 13, 2026 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Motion by Ms. Thoman-Miller, Seconded by Mr. Iacoi, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce 44 Broad Street
Mar. 21, 2026 11 am – 12 noon
Rain Date Mar. 28, 2026
Ms. Thoman-Miller recused herself due to a possible conflict of interest being that she serves on the Board of Directors of the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce.
Motion by Ms. Vorenkamp, Seconded by Mr. Iacoi, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (So Voted 4 to 0 – Ms. Thoman-Miller recused)
Black Rose Ball 41 Railroad Ave (Armory)
Society for Creative Anachronism-Barony of the Bridge
Mar. 28, 2026 9 am – 10:30 pm
Motion by Mr. Iacoi, Seconded by Mr. Abate, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce/Lori King 93 Airport Rd
Apr. 8, 2026 5 pm – 7 pm
Ms. Thoman-Miller recused herself due to a possible conflict of interest being that she serves on the Board of Directors of the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce.
Motion by Ms. Vorenkamp, Seconded by Mr. Abate, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (So Voted 4 to 0 – Ms. Thoman-Miller recused)
Oceanside Outlaws Youth Football Games
Oceanside Outlaws Youth Football 23 Ward Ave
Apr. 19, May 17 & 31, 2026 8 am – 7 pm High School Field
Motion by Mr. Abate, Seconded by Mr. Iacoi, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
Christopher Andrew Lombardo Foundation 60 Old Hopkinton Rd
June 7, 2026 5 pm – 8 pm
Motion by Mr. Iacoi, Seconded by Ms. Vorenkamp, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
MCP Memorial Scholarship Fund 89 Atlantic Ave
May 10, 2026 9 am – 12 pm
Motion by Mr. Abate, Seconded by Ms. Vorenkamp, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce Downtown Westerly Bridge
Aug. 1, 2026 7 pm – 10 pm
Rain Date Aug. 2, 2026
Ms. Thoman-Miller recused herself due to a possible conflict of interest being that she serves on the Board of Directors of the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce.
Motion by Mr. Abate, Seconded by Ms. Vorenkamp, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (So Voted 4 to 0 – Ms. Thoman-Miller recused)
Alzheimer’s Association – RI Chapter 251 Atlantic Ave State Beach
Oct. 4, 2026 8:30 am – 12 pm
Motion by Ms. Thoman-Miller, Seconded by Mr. Iacoi, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
St. Clare St. Patrick’s Dinner
Rev. Brian Sistare/Bruce Coon 4 St. Clare Way
Mar. 15, 2026 4 pm – 8 pm
Motion by Mr. Iacoi, Seconded by Mr. Abate, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
Motion by Mr. Abate, Seconded by Ms. Thoman-Miller, to amend the agenda to move St. Clare Church’s Class F license application to this portion of the agenda. (Voted Unanimously)
Class F Liquor (Beer & Wine):
St. Clare St. Patrick’s Dinner
Rev. Brian Sistare/Bruce Coon 4 St. Clare Way
Mar.15, 2026 4 pm – 8 pm
Representative: Bruce Coon, representing St. Clare Church
Motion by Ms. Thoman-Miller, Seconded by Mr. Iacoi, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
One-Time Event:
The Space / Jeremy Buhler The Space
Apr. 9, May 14 & June 4, 2026 38-40 High St
Motion by Ms. Thoman-Miller, Seconded by Ms. Vorenkamp, that the aforesaid license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
Class F Liquor (Beer & Wine):
The Space / Jeremy Buhler The Space
Apr. 9, May 14 & June 4, 2026 38-40 High St
Present: Jeremy Buhler, co-owner, The Space
Motion by Ms. Vorenkamp, Seconded by Mr. Iacoi, that the aforesaid Class F license be granted subject to the prior approval of proper authorities. (Voted Unanimously)
d. Ratify & Confirm
None
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
6. SHOW CAUSE HEARING
Class B-Victualer Beverage License
JBZ, LLC
dba: Tavern 265 265 Post Rd
Present: William Nardone, Esq., representing JBZ, LLC
Jay Bouilea, Owner, JBZ, LLC
Town Solicitor Martone reported that he discussed the license allegations with Attorney Nardone and that they came to an acceptable agreement; however, the ultimate decision lies with the Licensing Board. He stated that he can only make a recommendation to the Board and that the Board has a right to accept or reject it or direct the parties to continue discussions. He explained the two allegations for the show-cause
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Motion by Mr. Iacoi, Seconded by Ms. Vorenkamp, that the fine agreed upon by both the Town and the Attorney representing the establishment be approved. (Voted Unanimously)
7. ORDERED ADVERTISED FOR PUBLIC HEARING
None
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None
9. NEW BUSINESS
None
10. COMMUNICATIONS AND REPORTS
a. Correspondence
1. Business Registration Ordinance – Town Clerk LeBlanc informed the Board that the Town Council recently adopted a Business Registration ordinance that requires every business, with the exception of any business required to obtain a victualing, liquor or any other municipally-issued license to operate, to register its business with the Town. She stated that she will place a copy of the ordinance on the next Licensing Board agenda.
b. Town Solicitor Report
None
11. ADJOURNMENT
10:19 A.M. Voted Unanimously to adjourn.
| ATTEST: | |
| Mary L. LeBlanc, MMC Licensing Board Clerk |
Details of the aforesaid proceedings arevideo streamed and available on the Town of Westerly website.