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Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
A regular session of the Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners is held Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at 7:04 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 137 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket, RI. 
Present – President Moran, Councilors Araujo, DaRosa, Gregor, Mercer, Schuette, Vasquez and Wildenhain.
Absent – 0.
Chairman Moran presides.
The reading of the records of September 8, 2021 is dispensed with and the records are APPROVED as prepared by the Clerk,
Upon motion made by Councilor Mercer, seconded by Councilor Araujo, the *Consent Agenda is APPROVED, on a unanimous voice vote.
*THE FOLLOWING PETITIONS FOR LICENSES ARE APPROVED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
ENTERTAINMENT –
A. Petition of Raymond Arrighi to conduct “Pumpkins in the Park” at Slater Park on Fridays and Saturdays October 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. LIC#14931
B. Petition of Howard Rogers Post Holding (Howard-Rogers Holding Company Inc) to conduct “Bingo - Charity” at 25 McCallum Avenue, on Sundays, September 26, 2021, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 21, 2021 and November 7, 14, 21, 28, 2021, from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. LIC#14946
HOLIDAY LICENSE New –
Lanuza Meat Market (Lanuza Meat Market Inc) 238 Columbus Avenue, LIC#14942 (Pending Approval of the Zoning Board of Review).
VICTUALLING HOUSE First Class – New
Lanuza Meat Market (Lanuza Meat Market Inc) 238 Columbus Avenue, LIC#14941(Pending Approval of the Zoning Board of Review).
THE FOLLOWING BOND IS APPROVED, SURETY NAMED IS ACCEPTED:
PAWN BROKER –
Fastcash Pawn & Checkcashers (Fastcash Pawn & Checkcashers, Inc.) Surety – Western Surety Company
THE FOLLOWING PETITION FOR LICENSE IS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND IS TAKEN UP:
ENTERTAINMENT –
Petition of James A Ryan Post 33 (Post No 33 Inc.) for a license to conduct Karaoke at 140 South Bend Street, on Fridays & Saturdays, October 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30, 2021, from 8:00 p.m. until 12:30 p.m. LIC#14943
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MERCER.
Upon motion made by Councilor Mercer, seconded by Councilors Gregor and Schuette, the following license is APPROVED with the following amendment, on a unanimous voice vote:
ENTERTAINMENT –
Petition of James A Ryan Post 33 (Post No 33 Inc.) for a license to conduct Karaoke at 140 South Bend Street, on Fridays & Saturdays, October 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30, 2021, from 8:00 p.m. until 12:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. LIC#14943
EXPANSION OF PREMISE – Outdoor Seating on Sidewalk (2 tables # of seats 6):
VICTUALLING HOUSE 1ST CLASS -
Phredd Stuart Smoothies (Stuart Brands LLC) 726 Central Ave. LIC#14604
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR WILDENHAIN.
Upon motion made by Councilor Wildenhain, seconded by Councilor Araujo, the following petition for expansion of premise is APPROVED on a unanimous voice vote:
EXPANSION OF PREMISE – Outdoor Seating on Sidewalk (2 tables # of seats 6):
VICTUALLING HOUSE 1ST CLASS -
Phredd Stuart Smoothies (Stuart Brands LLC) 726 Central Ave. LIC#14604
A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FOLLOWING APPLICATION FOR A LICENSE, WHICH WAS ADVERTISED FOR A HEARING AT THIS TIME, IS TAKEN UP:
CLASS B (VICTUALLER) Transfer –
Rock’s Bar (PCC Ventures, Inc.) 451 Prospect Street, LIC#14925
(Transfer from Rock’s Bar Incorporated)
Speaking in favor is Cynthia Cabana and Paul Cabana, 2576 Maple Swamp Road, North Dighton, MA, applicant.
Also present is Theresa Souza, 56 Pine Street, Providence, RI, Attorney for the Applicant. (via ZOOM)
Also present is Ken Kando, 875 Centerville Road, Warwick, RI, Attorney for current license holder.
Ms. Cabana states that she is a realtor and business owner. She has 10 years of liquor sales experience.
This is a local community bar with a few tables outside. There will be 3-5 employees. Everyone is TIPS Certified. They may do trivia; and may have acoustic music and karaoke.
They will make sure that the customers park away from the houses so they will not be blocking the neighborhood.
She may add new kitchen equipment and will have the same menu.
The hours will be 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. now, but she may extend them in the new year.
There are no other speakers. The hearing is closed.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR SCHUETTE.
Upon motion made by Councilor Schuette, seconded by Councilors Araujo and Mercer, the following license is APPROVED on a unanimous voice vote:
CLASS B (VICTUALLER) Transfer –
Rock’s Bar (PCC Ventures, Inc.) 451 Prospect Street, LIC#14925
(Transfer from Rock’s Bar Incorporated)
THE FOLLOWING PETITION FOR LICENSE IS APPROVED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
VICTUALLING HOUSE Transfer –
Rock’s Bar (PCC Ventures, Inc.) 451 Prospect Street, LIC#14924
(Transfer from Rock’s Bar Incorporated)
THE FOLLOWING PETITIONS ARE TAKEN UP:
A. ENTERTAINMENT –
Petition of Cafe Ordway (Neptune Inc) for a license to have a Pig Roast at 3 Ordway Street on Saturday, September 25, 2021, from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. LIC#14947
B. EXPANSION OF PREMISE – ONE DAY –
Petition of Café Ordway (Neptune Inc) for a one-day expansion of their Class BV Liquor License to serve food and alcohol outside while conducting a Pig Roast with a band in part of the parking lot and fenced grassy area at 3 Ordway Street, on Saturday, September 25, 2021 from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., LIC#14932
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR ARAUJO.
Upon motion made by Councilor Araujo, seconded by Councilors Mercer and Vasquez, the following licenses are APPROVED with the following stipulations.
A. ENTERTAINMENT –
Petition of Cafe Ordway (Neptune Inc) for a license to have a Pig Roast at 3 Ordway Street on Saturday, September 25, 2021, from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. LIC#14947
B. EXPANSION OF PREMISE – ONE DAY –
Petition of Café Ordway (Neptune Inc) for a one-day expansion of their Class BV Liquor License to serve food and alcohol outside while conducting a Pig Roast with a band in part of the parking lot and fenced grassy area at 3 Ordway Street, on Saturday, September 25, 2021 from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., LIC#14932
STIPULATIONS.
- No glass/bottles outside.
2. Everything will be cleaned up by the next day.
THE FOLLOWING PETITIONS FOR LICENSES ARE APPROVED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
A. ENTERTAINMENT –
Petition of German/American Cultural Society of RI, to conduct an Oktoberfest, at 78 Carter Avenue, in the parking lot, on Saturday, September 25, 2021, from 12:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m., and Sunday, September 26, 2021, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. LIC#14934
B. EXPANSION OF PREMISE – ONE DAY –
Petition of German/American Cultural Society of RI, for a one-day expansion of their Class BV Liquor License to serve alcoholic beverages, food and to have entertainment at an Oktoberfest, at 78 Carter Avenue, in the parking lot, on Saturday, September 25, 2021, from 12:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m., and Sunday, September 26, 2021, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. LIC#14933
Communication from Captain David Holden, Pawtucket Police, to Deputy City Clerk, Michelle Hardy. (20/20 Hookah Lounge (Colm123, LLC) 584 Smithfield Avenue – No incidents) is READ AND ORDERED FILED.
THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATION IS TAKEN UP:
Communication from 20/20 Hookah Lounge (Colm123, LLC) 584 Smithfield Avenue, to the Honorable Members of the City Council. (Removal of Stipulation)
STIPULATIONS TO BE REMOVED.
1. A detail officer shall be hired on Fridays and Saturdays 9:30 p.m. and 1:30 a.m., beginning Friday, March 13, 2020.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR ARAUJO.
Upon motion made by Councilor Araujo, seconded by Councilor Vasquez, the following communication is READ AND ORDERED FILED and the following request to remove A STIPULATION is APPROVED on a unanimous voice vote.
Communication from 20/20 Hookah Lounge (Colm123, LLC) 584 Smithfield Avenue, to the Honorable Members of the City Council. (Removal of Stipulation)
STIPULATIONS IS REMOVED.
2. A detail officer shall be hired on Fridays and Saturdays 9:30 p.m. and 1:30 a.m., beginning Friday, March 13, 2020.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MERCER.
Upon motion made by Councilor Mercer, seconded by Councilors DaRosa and Schuette, the agenda is amended to include the following communications, on a unanimous voice vote:
Communication from Attorney Nicholas Hemond to Frank J. Milos, Jr., Esq., City Solicitor. (Continuation of Formal Hearing - International Club & Billar)
Communication from Attorney Peter Petrarca, to Frank J. Milos, Jr., Esq., City Solicitor. (Continuation of Formal Hearing – Vibe Lounge & Hookah Bar)
Upon motion made by Councilor Mercer, seconded by Councilors DaRosa and Schuette, the following communications are READ AND ORDERED FILED.
Communication from Attorney Nicholas Hemond to Frank J. Milos, Jr., Esq., City Solicitor. (Continuation of Formal Hearing - International Club & Billar)
Communication from Attorney Peter Petrarca, to Frank J. Milos, Jr., Esq., City Solicitor. (Continuation of Formal Hearing – Vibe Lounge & Hookah Bar)
THE FOLLOWING FORMAL HEARINGS ARE TAKEN UP:
CLASS B (Victualer) –
**Club *67 (Mingo’s and Sons Inc.) 602 Smithfield Ave. LIC#6205 (ent)
Stipulation.
1. Back door must be closed at all times.
CLASS B (Victualer) –
**International Club & Billar (International Club & Billar Inc.) 327 Barton Street, LIC#7792 #7795 (ent)
Stipulation.
1. Two police detail officers on Friday and Saturday nights from 10:00 p.m. until 2:00 a.m. for a period of one month, beginning 9/8/2021.
CLASS B (Victualer) –
**Vibe Lounge & Hookah Bar (Vibe Lounge & Hookah Bar Inc.) 25 Broad Street LIC#12810® #12813 (ent)
Stipulation.
1. Entertainment License Restricted to no later than 11:30 p.m.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MERCER.
Upon motion made by Councilor Mercer, seconded by Councilor Araujo, the following Formal Hearings are POSTPONED until October 6, 2021.
CLASS B (Victualer) –
**Club *67 (Mingo’s and Sons Inc.) 602 Smithfield Ave. LIC#6205 (ent)
Stipulation.
1. Back door must be closed at all times.
CLASS B (Victualer) –
**International Club & Billar (International Club & Billar Inc.) 327 Barton Street, LIC#7792 #7795 (ent)
Stipulation.
1. Two police detail officers on Friday and Saturday nights from 10:00 p.m. until 2:00 a.m. for a period of one month, beginning 9/8/2021.
CLASS B (Victualer) –
**Vibe Lounge & Hookah Bar (Vibe Lounge & Hookah Bar Inc.) 25 Broad Street LIC#12810® #12813 (ent)
Stipulation.
1. Entertainment License Restricted to no later than 11:30 p.m.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MERCER.
Upon motion made by Councilor Mercer, seconded by Councilor Araujo, the agenda is amended to include the following Decision, on a unanimous voice vote:
Decision and Order from the Department of Business Regulation, to the Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners. (Vibe Lounge & Hookah Bar (Vibe Lounge & Hookah Bar Inc)). -- DBR No.:21LQ004
Upon motion made by Councilor Mercer, seconded by Councilor Araujo, the following Decision and Order is READ AND ORDERED FILED.
Decision and Order from the Department of Business Regulation, to the Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners. (Vibe Lounge & Hookah Bar (Vibe Lounge & Hookah Bar Inc)). -- DBR No.:21LQ004
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MERCER.
Upon motion made by Councilor Mercer, seconded by Councilor Araujo, the agenda is amended to include the following communications, on a unanimous voice vote:
Communication from Captain David Holden, Pawtucket Police, to the Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners. (Incident on September 11, 2021 – International Club and Billar, 327 Barton Street)
Communication from Captain David Holden, Pawtucket Police, to the Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners. (Incident on September 10, 2021 – Nova Churrasqueira Restaurant, 434 Broadway)
Upon motion made by Councilor Mercer, seconded by Councilors DaRosa and Wildenhain, the following communications are READ AND ORDERED FILED.
Communication from Captain David Holden, Pawtucket Police, to Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners. (Incident on September 11, 2021 – International Club and Billar, 327 Barton Street)
Communication from Captain David Holden, Pawtucket Police, to Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners. (Incident on September 10, 2021 – Nova Churrasqueira Restaurant, 434 Broadway)
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR MERCER.
With majority consent of the Board, the following motion made by Councilor Mercer, seconded by Councilor Wildenhain, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to schedule a Special Meeting of the Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners on Tuesday, September 28, 2021, to take up the two letters introduced from Captain Holden regarding incidents at International Club and Billar, 327 Barton Street and Nova Churrasqueira Restaurant, 434 Broadway.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR WILDENHAIN.
With majority consent of the Board, the following motion made by Councilor Wildenhain, seconded by Councilor Araujo, is PASSED on a unanimous voice vote:
The Clerk is instructed to send a communication to Tina Goncalves, Chief of Police, regarding Nova Churrasqueira Restaurant. In response to the letter to the board regarding an incident at the restaurant, the board is requesting that the police department check up on the restaurant until they are brought before the board, probably on October 6, 2021, for a hearing. The board wants to be sure that they are complying with two of the stipulations on their license:
- They must have a police detail officer on any day or night they have entertainment.
- All entertainment must be stopped by 12:00 midnight.
Upon motion made by Councilor Mercer, seconded by Councilor Wildenhain, the meeting is adjourned at 7:39 p.m.