5 21 2025 Licensing Board

Fall River Government TV May 22, 2025 YouTube Report Issue

The Fall River Licensing Board convened on Wednesday, May 21st, 2025, with Chairman Gregory Brilliant and members Michael Pereira and Melanie Cado. The meeting primarily focused on approving numerous one-day liquor permits, class 2 licenses, changes of manager, entertainment licenses, and a transfer of a liquor license. All requested permits and licenses were approved unanimously, often after brief discussions regarding operational details, hours, and adherence to city regulations like police details. Key approvals included one-day liquor permits for St. Anthony's Band Club, Day of Portugal Fall River, St. Michael School, Liberal Club, Primo Hospitality Solutions LLC (for two separate events), and Canned Heat (for multiple dates at the Fall River Farmers Market and the carousel). Canned Heat's permit included a condition that beer sold at the farmers market was for off-premise consumption only. Class 2 licenses were granted to Vicks Auto Sales and Bass Wholesalers. Changes of manager were approved for the Liberal Club (Paul DeForge Jr.) and Tokyo Steakhouse (Heyhui Ye). Entertainment licenses were issued to Taste of Paradise and Gathering Grounds Cafes. The transfer of a liquor license for Cementto's Grill Inc. to Jessica Sime Martins was also approved, with her attorney Mark L. Florals outlining her business plan and experience. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a discussion regarding noise complaints against Ice Out Pub, represented by Nicole D. Roza and Crystal D. Rosa. Detective Moniz from the Fall River Police Department presented a history of regular complaints, particularly on weekends and late at night, from a specific neighbor and others. The board, while not taking formal action, strongly advised the owners to implement strategies such as earlier last calls, earlier music shut-off times, and more active crowd control in the parking lot, and to document these efforts in an email to the board clerk to demonstrate their commitment to addressing the issues.

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