One item at the meeting was the proposal for a new outdoor seasonal establishment, which the board approved for a liquor license. The petitioner planned to partner with Blunt Seafood to operate a food truck on the property, similar to a concept in Warren, Rhode Island. The setup promised a clam shack menu and a picturesque setting for patrons, including sunset views. The board was assured that, regardless of the partnership’s outcome, there would be alternative food vendors to ensure food availability.

Traffic concerns took center stage during the public comment period. Albert Bonaby, a resident, raised issues about the potential traffic congestion on Clock Street, questioning if it could handle increased vehicles. The board acknowledged these concerns, with one member sharing their own apprehensions due to residing nearby. The petitioner proposed signage to manage traffic flow and highlighted that Colin Street’s lack of residential houses could serve as a buffer.

Noise management was another topic of concern, especially about the operational hours. The petitioner expressed intentions to conclude activities shortly after sunset, with exceptions for special events. The board discussed possible measures to monitor and address any future complaints from the community, emphasizing that approval was not unrestricted and that mechanisms, such as show cause hearings, could be employed if necessary.

The board’s approval of the liquor license was contingent upon adherence to the approved plan and acquiring all necessary permits, both state and local. The petitioner expressed gratitude for the board’s support.

In other business, the board handled several one-day permit requests, starting with St. Michael School’s application for a wine tasting event on March 7, 2026. This event, a staple for six consecutive years, was approved with an amendment to extend the end time from 11:00 p.m. to midnight. Similarly, Holy Name School’s request for a musical bingo fundraiser on March 14, 2026, and Bernadoo’s Boxing and Fitness’s boxing event on February 13, 2026, were approved without public opposition.

The Corki Road Club Society’s 90th annual St. Patrick’s Day event on March 17, 2026, received unanimous approval. The board also reviewed common victual’s license requests, approving Brazil Coffee Shop’s late filing without police objections. Similar approvals were granted for Brazilian Takeout and Isua Restaurant, both late filings, with no changes reported in their operations.

The board addressed Class 2 auto sales licenses, approving applications for Upscale Consulting LLC, Factory Auto Group, Auto Manis Car Sales and Rental Inc., and Vix Auto Sales. Each applicant confirmed compliance with operational conditions, and no police objections were raised.

A seasonal license application for Danny’s Docside Inc. on River Street was also discussed. Attorney Jeffrey Maderas outlined the request for a license from May 15 to October 31, with the zoning board having already granted a special permit. The board confirmed the operational hours and parking arrangements.

Each application was scrutinized for operational details and adherence to prior agreements.