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Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners
June 21, 2023
A regular session of the Pawtucket Board of License Commissioners was held Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at 7:21 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 137 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket, RI. 
Present – President Mercer, Councilors Araujo, Coderre, Gregor, Moran, Moreno, Rubio, Stachowiak and Wildenhain.
Absent – 0.
Chairperson Mercer presided.
The reading of the records of June 7, 2023 was dispensed with and the records were APPROVED as prepared by the Clerk,
Upon motion made by Councilor Araujo, seconded by Councilor Moreno, the *Consent Agenda was APPROVED, on a unanimous voice vote.
*THE FOLLOWING PETITIONS FOR LICENSES WERE APPROVED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE:
AUTOMOBILE REPAIR SHOP AND SECOND-HAND SHOP LICENSES (CLASS A & B) (Selling used automobiles and parts) Renewals -
**R Teto Motor Sales (R. Teto Motor Sales, Inc.) 31 Congress St. LIC#8793 #8792
AUTO REPAIR SHOP & SECOND-HAND SHOP CLASS B (Parts Only) Renewal –
J & K Auto Repair (Regalado Perdomo, Claudio A.) 707 Broadway, LIC#14592 #14594
PUBLIC LAUNDRY Renewals –
Bubble Wash (Dong, Su Ying) 472 Pawtucket Ave. LIC#10367
Extreme Clean Laundry (Extreme Clean Laundry Inc.) 333 Armistice Blvd. LIC#3073
Freeway Laundry II (Cosann Laundry, Inc.) 280 Dexter St. LIC#3068
Freeway Laundry IV (RGD Laundry Inc.) 562 Broadway, LIC#7740
Langley's Laundry (Solola, Oladipo) 265 Pawtucket Ave. LIC#3041
Laundromax (Laundromax-Pawtucket, LLC) 485 Mineral Spring Ave. LIC#3069
Royal Cleaners (Royal Cleaners Inc.) 639 Cottage St. LIC#3042
Sparkle City Laundromat (Sparkle City Laundromat, Inc.) 192 Division St. LIC#9589
Stanley Systems Cleaners & Mr. USA (Leonard, George & Libie) 224 East Ave. LIC#3017
Swan Cleaners (Sanabria LLC) 371 Benefit St. LIC#4960
PRIVATE DETECTIVE Renewal -
Big Brothers Investigation (Anter, Thomas J.) 54 Dora St. LIC#4682
Fernandes, Nicky J (Information with Integrity, Inc.) 155 Pleasant St. LIC#4738
THE FOLLOWING BOND WAS APPROVED, SURETY NAME WAS ACCEPTED:
PRIVATE DETECTIVE Renewal –
Fernandes, Nicky J. (Information with Integrity Inc.) Surety - Western Surety Company.
A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FOLLOWING APPLICATION FOR A LICENSE, WHICH WAS ADVERTISED FOR A HEARING AT THIS TIME, WAS TAKEN UP:
TATTOO New –
Scalp Revival Micropigmentation (Diaz, Nelson) 250 Main Street, Unit#7, LIC#15841
Speaking was Nelson Diaz, 185 Washington Street, Central Falls, RI, applicant.
Mr. Diaz stated that he is a licensed barber, with a barber shop in Central Falls.
He has a tattoo license. He wants to use tattoo for people that are losing their hair.
Scalp pigmentation is a form of permanent make-up. He serves men and women.
He does not do regular tattoos.
He is certified for scalp pigmentation, blood borne pathogens and CPR.
Haircuts will be done in the Central Falls shop, so there will be no cross contamination.
The hours will be Monday through Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., to start.
There were no other speakers. The hearing was closed.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZED COUNCILOR CODERRE.
Upon motion made by Councilor Coderre, seconded by Councilor Moran, the following petition for license was APPROVED, on a unanimous voice vote:
TATTOO New –
Scalp Revival Micropigmentation (Diaz, Nelson) 250 Main Street, Unit#7, LIC#15841
Communication from Carl Johnson, Director of Zoning and Code Enforcement, to Richard J. Goldstein, MMC, City Clerk. (Tiki’s Auto – Update) was READ AND ORDERED FILED.
THE CHAIR RECOGNIZED COUNCILOR ARAUJO.
Upon motion made by Councilor Araujo, seconded by Councilor Gregor, the agenda was amended to include the following communication, on a unanimous voice vote:
Communication from Carl Johnson, Director of Zoning and Code Enforcement, to the Honorable Pawtucket City Council. (Tiki’s Auto – 6/21/23 Update on the condition of the property)
Upon motion made by Councilor Araujo, seconded by Councilor Moran, the following communication was READ AND ORDERED FILED.
Communication from Carl Johnson, Director of Zoning and Code Enforcement, to the Honorable Pawtucket City Council. (Tiki’s Auto – 6/21/23 Update on the condition of the property)
THE FOLLOWING PUBLIC HEARINGS AND PETITIONS FOR LICENSE WERE POSTPONED AT THE MEETINGS HELD MAY 24, 2023 AND JUNE 7, 2023, AND ARE AGAIN TAKEN UP: AUTOMOBILE REPAIR SHOP AND SECOND-HAND SHOP LICENSES (CLASS A & B) (Selling used automobiles and parts) Transfer of 100% stock holders **Tiki’s Auto Sales (RZG Inc.) 66 Hilton St. LIC#15768 #15767 Previous Stipulations. 1. No mechanical repairs in the front of the building. 2. No debris in the back. 3. All work must be done inside the building. 4. All vehicles in the front are for sale only. 01/23/2013 **Tiki’s Auto Sales Annex (RZG Inc.) 772 Main St. LIC#15770 #15769 Previous Stipulations. 1. No mechanical repairs in the front of the building. 2. No debris in the back. 3. All work must be done inside the building. 4. All vehicles in the front are for sale only. 01/23/2013 Speaking was Roberto Garcia, Jr., 60 Hilton Street, Pawtucket, RI, applicant. Mr. Garcia stated that he doesn’t know what else he can do to clean up the property. He cleaned and painted the side of the building. He cleaned up the back. He will contact the Zoning office to ask that they come to his business to show him what still needs to be done. There were no others speakers. The hearing was continued. THE CHAIR RECOGNIZED COUNCILOR GREGOR. Upon motion made by Councilor Gregor, seconded by Councilor Moreno, the following petitions for licenses were POSTPONED and the hearing was CONTINUED until July 5, 2023, on a unanimous voice vote: AUTOMOBILE REPAIR SHOP AND SECOND-HAND SHOP LICENSES (CLASS A & B) (Selling used automobiles and parts) Transfer of 100% stock holders **Tiki’s Auto Sales (RZG Inc.) 66 Hilton St. LIC#15768 #15767 Previous Stipulations. 5. No mechanical repairs in the front of the building. 6. No debris in the back. 7. All work must be done inside the building. 8. All vehicles in the front are for sale only. 01/23/2013 **Tiki’s Auto Sales Annex (RZG Inc.) 772 Main St. LIC#15770 #15769 Previous Stipulations. 5. No mechanical repairs in the front of the building. 6. No debris in the back. 7. All work must be done inside the building. 8. All vehicles in the front are for sale only. 01/23/2013 A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FOLLOWING APPLICATION FOR A LICENSE, WHICH WAS ADVERTISED FOR A HEARING AT THIS TIME, WAS TAKEN UP: CLASS B (VICTUALLER) New – Berbena 21 (Berbena 21 LLC) 267 Main Street, LIC#15848® (ent) (Previously Plouffes Cup & Saucer) Speaking was Michael Alves, 35 Indian Trail, North Attleboro, MA, applicant. Mr. Alves stated that the hours will be 6:00 a.m. until 1:00 a.m. There will be 4-5 employees to start. All employees will be TIPS certified. Mr. Alves stated that he is an 18-year military vet. He is looking for a new career. There were no other speakers. The hearing was closed. THE CHAIR RECOGNIZED COUNCILOR CODERRE. Upon motion made by Councilor Coderre, seconded by Councilor Rubio, the following petition for license was APPROVED, on a unanimous voice vote: CLASS B (VICTUALLER) New – Berbena 21 (Berbena 21 LLC) 267 Main Street, LIC#15848® (ent) (Previously Plouffes Cup & Saucer) THE FOLLOWING PETITION FOR LICENSE WAS APPROVED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE: VICTUALLING HOUSE New – Berbena 21 (Berbena 21 LLC) 267 Main Street, LIC# 15849 (Previously Plouffes Cup & Saucer) THE FOLLOWING PETITIONS FOR LICENSE WERE APPROVED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE: A. ENTERTAINMENT Petition of Clube Social Portugues, for a license to conduct an Annual Outdoor Picnic/Feast, at 174 Portuguese Social Club Way, (parking lot) on Friday, August 18, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Saturday, August 19, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and Sunday, August 20, 2023, from 11:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. LIC#15859 AND REQUESTING TO CLOSE PORTUGUESE SOCIAL CLUB WAY. B. EXPANSION OF PREMISE (three-day) - Petition of Clube Social Portugues, for a three-day expansion of their Class BV Liquor License to conduct an Annual Outdoor Feast/Festival and to have entertainment, serve food and alcoholic beverages at 174 Portuguese Social Club Way, (parking lot) on Friday, August 18, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Saturday, August 19, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and Sunday, August 20, 2023, from 11:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. LIC#15858 THE FOLLOWING PETITIONS FOR LICENSE WERE APPROVED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE: A. ENTERTAINMENT Petition of Colombia Summer Fest 2023 for a license to conduct a Cultural Colombian Festival, at 354 Pine Street (parking lot) on Saturday, July 15, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. LIC#15869 STREET CLOSING - LILY POND STREET FROM CONANT STREET TO PINE STREET B. CLASS F -1 (Full Privilege) Petition of Colombia Summer Fest 2023, to sell alcoholic beverages at 354 Pine Street (parking lot) on Saturday, July 15, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. LIC#15871 THE BOARD TOOK UP THE FOLLOWING: A. ENTERTAINMENT Petition of Kretcheu LLC, to conduct a Kretcheu Festial at 268 -272 West Avenue, back lot and on the street, on Sunday, September 03, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m., (rain date September 17, 2023 music until 9:00 p.m.) LIC#15866 STREET CLOSING - WEST AVENUE FROM SISSON STREET TO RANDALL STREET; STERRY STREET FROM KNOWLES STREET TO GARDEN STREET AND JEFFERSON AVENUE FROM RANDALL STREET TO GARDEN STREET. B. CLASS F -1 (Full Privilege) Petition of Kretcheu LLC, 268-272 West Avenue, to sell alcoholic beverages inside the store and in the back lot, at the Kretcheu Festival on Sunday, September 03, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m., (rain date September 17, 2023) LIC#15865 The Pawtucket Fire Department had questions. They asked if 4,000 people is a realistic number for attendance. They also had questions on the number of tents and entertainment. Speaking is Francisco Amado, 5 Kids Way, Pawtucket, RI. Mr. Amado stated that there were 8,000 people last year, but are expecting less this year. They had done the same for three years. They will have several tents, including nine for food service. Alcohol service will begin after 2:00 p.m. THE CHAIR RECOGNIZES COUNCILOR GREGOR. Upon motion made by Councilor Gregor, seconded by Councilor Moreno, the following licenses were POSTPONED until July 5, 2023, and the applicant was requested to change the application for the alcohol license to show the correct start time, on a unanimous voice vote: Petition of Kretcheu LLC, to conduct a Kretcheu Festial at 268 -272 West Avenue, back lot and on the street, on Sunday, September 03, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m., (rain date September 17, 2023 music until 9:00 p.m.) LIC#15866 STREET CLOSING - WEST AVENUE FROM SISSON STREET TO RANDALL STREET; STERRY STREET FROM KNOWLES STREET TO GARDEN STREET AND JEFFERSON AVENUE FROM RANDALL STREET TO GARDEN STREET. B. CLASS F -1 (Full Privilege) Petition of Kretcheu LLC, 268-272 West Avenue, to sell alcoholic beverages inside the store and in the back lot, at the Kretcheu Festival on Sunday, September 03, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m., (rain date September 17, 2023) LIC#15865 COUNCILOR CODERRE LEFT THE CHAMBERS AT 8:02 P.M. COUNCILOR GREGOR LEFT AT 8:05 P.M. THE FOLLOWING PETITIONS FOR LICENSE WERE APPROVED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE: Petition of Nos Cultura Our Culture, for a license to conduct a Cape Verdean Fundraiser at 50 Tim Healey Way, on Saturday, July 29, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. LIC#15868 B. CLASS F -1 (Full Privilege) Petition of Nos Cultura Our Culture, to sell alcoholic beverages at a Cape Verdean Fundraiser at 50 Tim Healy Way, on Saturday, July 29, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. LIC#15870 COUNCILOR CODERRE RETURNED AT 8:06 P.M. THE FOLLOWING PETITION FOR LICENSE WASE APPROVED ON A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE: Petition of Theatre Tap, for a one-day expansion of their Class D Liquor License, to serve alcoholic beverages and food outside at a Dance School Fundraiser at 607 Smithfield Avenue (side of the building parking lot), on Saturday, June 24, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. LIC#15875 Upon motion made by Councilor Araujo, seconded by Councilor Wildenhain, the meeting was adjourned at 8:07 p.m.