An Act authorizing the City of Westfield to convert a seasonal license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off premises to an annual license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off premises
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Overview
This bill allows the city of Westfield, Massachusetts, to change a seasonal license for selling alcoholic beverages to be consumed off-premises to an annual license for the same purpose. Specifically, it permits SHIVA LAXMI INC, d/b/a Pleasant Street Market, to convert their existing seasonal license to an annual one. The bill also outlines procedures for transferring the license to a new applicant at the same location and what happens if the license is terminated.
Key provisions
- Allows the city of Westfield to convert a seasonal alcohol license to an annual license.
- Specifically applies to SHIVA LAXMI INC, d/b/a Pleasant Street Market.
- Specifies conditions for transferring the license to a new applicant.
- Outlines procedures for returning the license to the licensing authority if it is terminated or not renewed.
- Requires the licensee to return the license physically to the licensing authority.
- Sets a three-year timeframe for the licensing authority to grant the license to a new applicant if the original license is returned.
- Requires letters of good standing from the Department of Revenue and the Department of Unemployment Assistance.
- The license conversion is subject to all sections of Chapter 138 except 17 and 17B.
Who is affected
- City of Westfield, Massachusetts
- SHIVA LAXMI INC, d/b/a Pleasant Street Market
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Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
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