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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02 Licensing Authority 082626 Minutes TOWN OF BARNSTABLE Licensing Authority John Flores, Chair ● Nancy Karlson-Lidman, Vice Chair Jessica Sylver, Associate ● John Murphy, Associate ● Mike Trovato, Associate Town Council Liaison - President, Craig Tamash Licensing Authority DRAFT Minutes The Barnstable Licensing Authority held a Public Meeting on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Barnstable Town Hall, in the James H. Crocker Jr Hearing Room, 2nd Floor, 367 Main Street, Hyannis. ATTENDANCE Board members present: John Flores, Chair; Nancy Karlson-Lidman, Vice Chair; Jessica Sylver, John Murphy, Mike Trovato Staff present: Erin Logan, Licensing Director; Evan Haussman, Detective Barnstable Police PUBLIC COMMENT The floor was opened for general public comment. No comments were made. Public comment period was closed. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. TRANSFER ANNUAL §15 ALL-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES LICENSE In accordance with MGL c.138, an application was filed by Guruprime Hyannis, LLC dba Osterville Package Store, 11 Wianno Avenue, Osterville, to transfer the § 15 all-alcoholic beverages license from Osterville Package Store, Inc. The premises are described as 1,020 sq. ft. wood frame structure with 3 rooms on the street level including sales/retail/product display space, walk-in cooler and bathroom; storage in the cellar. The proposed manager of record is Charles Glass and hours of operation are Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday – Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Representatives Present: David Lawler (Attorney), the Nightingales (Sellers), and Mr. Glass (Proposed Manager). Discussion: The application for a transfer of the liquor license was reviewed. Mr. Glass was introduced as the proposed manager, noting his extensive experience running a similar beer and wine establishment. Logan confirmed that the application is complete and has no concerns. Nancy Karlson-Lidman moved, seconded by John Murphy, to approve the application filed by Guruprime Hyannis, LLC doing business as Osterville Package Store, located at 11 Wianno Avenue, Osterville, Massachusetts, for the transfer of the Annual Section 15 All-Alcoholic Beverages License from Osterville Package Store, Inc., pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws chapter 138, section 15 and section 23. This approval is for the licensed premises described as a 1,020 square foot wood-frame structure with three rooms on the street level—including sales, retail, and product display space, a walk-in cooler, and a bathroom—with storage located in the cellar. This motion explicitly includes the approval of Charles Glass as the manager of record pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws chapter 138, section 26, with the following hours of operation: Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. So voted: Aye – Flores, Karlson-Lidman, Murphy 2. AMEND ANNUAL §12 CLUB ALL-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES LICENSE In accordance with MGL c.138, an application was filed by Wianno Club dba Wianno Club, 107 Sea View Avenue, Osterville, to amend the annual §12 all-alcoholic beverages club license to change the officers and alter the premises description to read: Wooden structure with 11 rooms on first floor, including ballroom and lobby areas; 22 guest rooms on second floor; and 16 guest rooms on third floor; ocean front deck; terrace to include adjacent lawns around the main building; and basement for storage. Entrance/exit on Sea View Avenue. Representatives Present: Dawson Cooper & Mark Krebs Discussion: The application concerns a record-keeping transaction for a change of directors. There will be no operational changes as a result of the officer change. Additionally, an alteration was requested to clarify the license boundaries and formally specify the alcohol service area (lawn around the main building). No public comments were received. Nancy Karlson-Lidman moved seconded by John Murphy to approve the application filed by Wianno Club, doing business as Wianno Club, located at 107 Sea View Avenue, Osterville, Massachusetts, to amend its Annual Section 12 Club All-Alcoholic Beverages License pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 138, Section 12 and Section 23. This approval explicitly authorizes the change of officers and the alteration of premises description, both under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 138, Section 23, to read as follows: A wooden structure with 11 rooms on the first floor, including ballroom and lobby areas; 22 guest rooms on the second floor; and 16 guest rooms on the third floor; oceanfront deck; terrace to include adjacent lawns around the main building; and basement for storage. The designated entrance and exit shall remain on Sea View Avenue. So voted aye – Flores, Karlson-Lidman, Murphy 3. AMEND ANNUAL §12 CLUB ALL-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES LICENSE In accordance with MGL c.138, an application was filed by Wianno Club dba Wianno Club, 379 Parker Road, Osterville, to amend the annual §12 all-alcoholic beverages club license to change the officers and alter the premises description to read: Wooden golf house building on westerly side of Parker Road, with front entrance /exit on Parker Rd. Two function rooms, kitchen, bar, pro shop and terrace on ground floor, locker rooms in basement, 18-hole golf course consisting of 148.4 acres. Representatives Present: Dawson Cooper & Mark Krebs Discussion: This application represents the same change-of-officer transaction as the previous item. Dawson explained they are also amending the licensed premise description to include the entire 18-hole golf course. Nancy asked a clarifying question regarding the limit of beverages to two per individual. Nancy Karlson-Lidman moved seconded by John Murphy to approve the application filed by Wianno Club dba Wianno Club, located at 379 Parker Road, Osterville, to amend their annual §12 all-alcoholic beverages club license for a change of officers and an alteration of licensed premises, with the newly amended premises description to read as follows: Wooden golf house building on westerly side of Parker Road, with front entrance/exit on Parker Rd. Two function rooms, kitchen, bar, pro shop and terrace on ground floor, locker rooms in basement, 18 -hole golf course consisting of 148.4 acres. This approval is strictly subject to the following conditions: Transportation Permits: The licensee must obtain a Massachusetts General Laws chapter 138, section 22 transportation permit from the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission for each beverage cart used to transport and deliver alcoholic beverages. Boundary Signage: The licensee must post clear signs at the parking lot and at each crossing of a public way stating: 'No alcoholic beverage beyond this point. Possession Limit: No more than two (2) alcoholic drinks shall be sold to, or be in the possession of, any one patron at any one time while on the grounds of the golf course. So voted aye – Flores, Karlson-Lidman, Murphy 4. AMEND ANNUAL § 15 ALL-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES LICENSE In accordance with MGL c.138, an application was filed by Ocean Shores Corporation dba Cotuit Liquors, 3840 Falmouth Road/Rte. 28, Marstons Mills, for a pledge of collateral from Ocean Shores Corporation to Rockland Trust Company of 288 Union Street, Rockland, Massachusetts. Representative Present: John Kenney Discussion: Following an internal audit, the applicant is amending the current license to include Rockland Trust on the pledge of license. Nancy Karlson-Lidman moved, seconded by John Murphy, to approve the application filed by Ocean Shores Corporation doing business as Cotuit Liquors, located at 3840 Falmouth Road/Route 28, Marstons Mills, Massachusetts, to amend its Annual Section 15 All-Alcoholic Beverages License to authorize a pledge of collateral (pledge of license and/or stock) from Ocean Shores Corporation to Rockland Trust Company, located at 288 Union Street, Rockland, Massachusetts, pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws chapter 138, section 15 and section 23. So voted aye – Flores, Karlson-Lidman, Murphy 5. NEW ANNUAL COMMON VICTUALLER In accordance with MGL c.140 § 6, an application was filed by Two Broke Chicks Café and Market LLC dba Two Broke Chicks Café and Market, 12 Thornton Drive, Hyannis, for a new annual common victualler license. This annual café will provide inside seating for 46 and outside seating for 4. Proposed manager is Melissa Harrington. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Representative Present: Julie Durham Discussion: The application is for a breakfast and lunch café featuring market items, grab-and-go dinners, and deli products. Flores confirmed that this business will occupy the former location of Sprout and Seed. Nancy Karlson-Lidman moved, seconded by John Murphy to approve the application filed by Two Broke Chicks Café and Market LLC doing business as Two Broke Chicks Café and Market, located at 12 Thornton Drive, Hyannis, Massachusetts, for a new Annual Common Victualler License pursuant to M assachusetts General Law chapter 140, section 2 and section 6. This approval is for the premises operating as an annual café with a maximum indoor seating capacity of 46 patrons and a maximum outdoor seating capacity of 4 patrons. This motion explicitly includes the approval of Melissa Harrington as the manager of record, with the following hours of operation: Monday through Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. So voted aye – Flores, Karlson-Lidman, Murphy 6. NEW TEMPORARY JUNK DEALER LICENSE In accordance with MGL c.140 § 54, an application was filed by US Roadshow Inc. for a temporary Junk Dealer License to be exercised at DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Cod Hyannis, located at 287 Iyannough Road, Hyannis, MA 02601. From September 1, 2026, through September 5, 2026. Representative Present: Mehmet Gundogdu Discussion: The application is for a temporary show buying gold and silver metals. No members of the public were present. Murphy asked if this was the applicant's first time running a show. The applicant noted they have previously held shows in Worcester, Hadley, Peabody, Quincy, Needham, and Somerset. Nancy Karlson-Lidman moved, seconded by John Murphy to approve the application filed by US Roadshow Inc. for a temporary Junk Dealer License to be exercised at the DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Cod Hyannis, located at 287 Iyannough Road, Hyannis, MA 02601, for the period from September 1, 2026, through September 5, 2026, pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws chapter 140 section 54, subject to the applicant's strict compliance with all state and local regulations and the following explicit conditions: Record Retention: The applicant must retain all receipts and records for purchases made under this license for a minimum period of three (3) years from the date of the transaction. Holding Period: Any and all precious metals or precious gems purchased by the applicant under this license must be held by the applicant for a minimum of twenty-one (21) days before being altered, resold, or transferred. So voted aye – Flores, Karlson-Lidman, Murphy 7. NEW CLASS II AUTO DEALER LICENSE In accordance with MGL c.140 § 58 & 59, an application was filed by Anabe Auto Motors Inc. dba Exit Auto for a new Class II Auto Dealer License. Anabe Auto Motors Inc. has purchased the business from Mega Motors Inc and proposes continuing the class II operations. If approved the applicant would be subject to a maximum of 44 vehicles on site which includes 38 display vehicles, 2 customers, 2 employees, and 2 ADA accessible spaces. Repair will be conducted by Exit Auto’s repair facility at 587 Iyannough Road, Hyannis. Representative present: Joao Lucas Castaldi Gavilam Discussion: The application is to continue the existing Class II business license. No public comment was made. Trovato requested to clarify the business address, which was confirmed as 587 Iyannough Road, Hyannis. Nancy Karlson-Lidman moved, seconded by John Murphy, that the Licensing Authority approve the application filed by Anabe Auto Motors Inc. dba Exit Auto for a new Class II Auto Dealer License to continue operations previously held by Mega Motors Inc., pursuant to M assachusetts General Laws chapter 140 section 58 & 59, subject to the applicant's strict compliance with all local regulations and the following explicit conditions: 1. Maximum Vehicle Capacity: The total number of vehicles permitted on-site at any given time shall not exceed a maximum of forty-four (44) vehicles. 2. Vehicle Allocation Breakdown: The on-site vehicle capacity must be strictly allocated as follows: • 38 display vehicles • 2 customer parking spaces • 2 employee parking spaces • 2 ADA accessible spaces 3. Off-Site Repairs: All vehicle repairs must be conducted exclusively off-site at Exit Auto’s repair facility located at 587 Iyannough Road, Hyannis. So voted aye – Flores, Karlson-Lidman, Murphy TEMPORARY CLOSURES The Car Store Cape Cod, 740 Bearse’s Way, Hyannis, Class II Auto Dealer, Closing from 8/22/26 to 8/29/26. Nancy Karlson-Lidman moved, seconded by John Murphy, to approve the request for a temporary closure filed by The Car Store Cape Cod, located at 740 Bearse’s Way, Hyannis, holder of a Class II Auto Dealer License, permitting the premises to be temporarily closed for the period from August 22, 2026, through August 29, 2026, subject to the condition that all vehicle inventory remains secured on -site and the business resumes normal operations on August 30, 2026. So voted aye – Flores, Karlson-Lidman, Murphy CONSENT AGENDA – SPECIAL ONE-DAY LICENSES 1. Upcoming Single Day Events Nancy Karlson-Lidman moved, seconded by John Murphy, to accept the withdrawal of the following two event applications submitted by Hyannis Arts & Film Inc., located at 320 Main St, Hyannis, due to event cancellations: 1. Comedians Kevin Flynn & Tom Cotter Event, originally scheduled for Thursday, August 27, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM. 2. Comedian Julia Scotti & Documentary Film Event, originally scheduled for Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM. So voted aye – Flores, Karlson-Lidman, Murphy Nancy Karlson-Lidman moved, seconded by John Murphy to approve the consent agenda applications for the Cape Cod Thai Market event on September 5, 2026, the Grand Café Restaurant event on September 5, 2026, and the Barnstable Land Trust event on September 17, 2026, subject to the explicit condition that a minimum of two (2) paid police details are required for the Cape Cod Thai Market event. So voted aye – Flores, Karlson-Lidman, Murphy. Doing Business As (DBA) Address of Event Event Name Date & Time Hyannis Arts & Film Inc 320 Main St, Hyannis Comedians Kevin Flynn & Tom Cotter EVENT CANCELLED Thursday, 08/27/2026 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM Hyannis Arts & Film Inc 320 Main St, Hyannis Comedian Julia Scotti & Documentary Film EVENT CANCELLED Saturday, 08/29/2026 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM Doing Business As (DBA) Address of Event Event Name Date & Time Cape Cod Thai Market 135 South St, Hyannis Cape Cod Thai Market Event Saturday, 09/05/2026 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Grand Café Restaurant 350 Steven St, Hyannis End of Summer Event (Live Entertainment) Saturday, 09/05/2026 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM Barnstable Land Trust 995 Rt 149, Marstons Mills Twilight Tunes (Live Music Event) Thursday, 09/17/2026 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM 2. Cape Arts & Entertainment / Cape Symphony Concert Series Address of Event: 744 West Main Street, Hyannis Program: 2026/2027 Concert Series Schedule Nancy Karlson-Lidman moved, seconded by John Murphy, to approve the event schedule for the Cape Arts & Entertainment / Cape Symphony Concert Series to be held at 744 West Main Street, Hyannis, subject to compliance with all local regulations and standard licensing conditions Day Date Scheduled Time Saturday 09/26/2026 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM Sunday 09/27/2026 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM Saturday 10/17/2026 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Sunday 10/18/2026 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Saturday 11/14/2026 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM Sunday 11/15/2026 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM Friday 12/04/2026 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Friday 12/04/2026 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM Saturday 12/05/2026 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Saturday 12/05/2026 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Sunday 12/06/2026 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Sunday 12/06/2026 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Day Date Scheduled Time Saturday 01/23/2027 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Sunday 01/24/2027 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Saturday 02/27/2027 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Sunday 02/28/2027 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Saturday 04/10/2027 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Sunday 04/11/2027 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Saturday 05/01/2027 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Sunday 05/02/2027 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Saturday 05/22/2027 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Sunday 05/23/2027 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Saturday 06/12/2027 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Sunday 06/13/2027 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM LICENSING UPDATES 1. Licensing Authority & Program Updates a. September, October, November, and December meetings will be held remotely via Zoom. 2. Police Department Updates - none Adjournment at 10:52 a.m.