April 8, 2024

“Mr. Handler moved to approve a M.G.L Chapter 138, section 12 seasonal liquor license renewal for Ashwood Food Service, Inc. d/b/a Jake's at Cranberry Valley, 183 Oak Street, consistent with the license from the previous years. Seconded by Mr. MacAskill. Vote 3:0 in favor by roll call vote. Motion carried.” (Motion: Handler, second: MacAskill)

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“Mr. Handler moved to approve the following 2024 Seasonal Common Victualler license renewals: 1. Ashwood Food Service Inc. d/b/a Jake's at Cranberry Valley, 183 Oak Street 2. Schoolhouse Ice Cream & Yogurt, 749 Route 28 Seconded by Mr. MacAskill. Vote 3:0 in favor by roll call vote. Motion carried.” (Motion: Handler, second: MacAskill)

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“Mr. Handler moved to approve a One day Wines and Malt Special Permit for Georgene Riedl, event to be held on May 3, 2024, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 204 Sisson Road. Seconded by Mr. MacAskill. Vote 3:0 in favor by roll call vote. Motion carried.” (Motion: Handler, second: MacAskill)

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“Mr. Handler moved to approve a 2024 Seasonal Weekday and Sunday Entertainment license renewal for Pelham on Earle Operating LLC d/b/a Pelham on Earle, 30 Earle Road: * Weekday 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. inside & outside Live/recorded music, amplification, dancing by live performers * Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. inside & outside Live/recorded music, amplification, dancing by live performers April 8, 29024 Mr. Handler noted that there is representative from Pelham present to answer questions. Seconded by Mr. MacAskill. Mr. MacAskill asked if there are any changes from last year. Ms. Kavanagh replied noting that on the weekday, inside 9:00 AM to 10:00PM on the Entertainment License and Sunday, inside 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, the only change is "'un- amplified". The Petitioner is requesting "amplified". Ms. Kavanagh clarified that the request for amplified is for inside and outside. Mr. Powers noted there is memo from Staff that includes the information from last year. He noted that it appears that the hours in question are reduced. John McCarthy, Pelham Hospitality Representative was present and gave the reasons they requested different times and amplification. Mr. MacAskill commented that in the past, people in that area of town were not interested in any amplification whatsoever, regarding other businesses. He also commented on Pelham's great reputation and is unaware of any complaints against them. He cautioned management and ownership that there is a Noise By-law. He is one to give someone a chance but feels the 10:00 might be stretching it. Mr. Handler agreed with Mr. MacAskill noting Pelham's impeccable reputation. He also emphasized using caution. Ms. Kavanagh noted past complaints in that area but also agreed that Pelham deserves this opportunity, she also emphasized using caution. Mr. Handler noted that it's beneficial to reach out to the neighbors. Mr. McCarthy expressed his intention to reach out to everyone in the area. Vote: 3:0 in favor by roll call vote. Motion carried.” (Motion: Handler, second: MacAskill)

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“Mr. Handler moved to approve the two 2024 Seasonal Weekday and Sunday Amusement license renewals: 1. The Trampoline Center, 296 Route 28 - Weekday & Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Amusement Type: Trampolines 2. S&S Amusement, LLC d/b/a Bud's Mini Golf, 9 Sisson Road - Weekday & Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Amusement Type: Miniature Golf : Seconded by Mr. MacAskill. Vote: 3:0 in favor by roll call vote. Motion carried.” (Motion: Handler, second: MacAskill)

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“Mr. Handler moved to vote to approve a Memorandum of Understanding with Meals on Wheels. Seconded by Mr. MacAskill. Mr. Powers noted that this is a standard arrangement that the Town has had for several years. The purpose is to support the Nutrition Program for the Meals on Wheels Program. It is tied to Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands and he recommended that the Board approve this Contract Vote: 3:0 in favor by roll call vote. Motion carried.” (Motion: Handler, second: MacAskill)

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