1999-07-08RICHARD S. KELLEY, Esq., Chairman
GEORGE HELLER
RONALD RANTA, Esq.
LICENSE BOARD
CITY OF BEVERLY
MASSACHUSETTS
MINUTES - BEVERLY LICENSE BOARD - July 8, 1999
Meeting called to order at 6:04 p.m.
All members present.
Board introduced by Chairman Kelley.
1. Application for an extension of hours by the Goat Hill Grille.
Thomas Alexander representing applicant. Copy of ad submitted.
About a year ago Mr. Murphy applied for a license. Mike's Place
had gone bankrupt. It had a bad reputation. The neighbors had a lot
of problems. There are a lot of neighbors. Lot of people in the area.
Lot of people disturbed. Fair to say it was an involved hearing.
Feeling at that time they wanted to have us show them what we
could do. Have a probationary period.
Everyone wanted to see what kind of establishment he would run.
Reasonable place to eat. Food is good. It has become a
neighborhood place. Think it has been a good neighbor. Would like
to extend the hours from 11:00 to 12:30. He has been a good
neighbor. Like to be similar to the other restaurants in the city.
Anyone present to speak in favor or against.
Mike Casey, #707. I was at the meeting a year ago. Made various
representations. Very pleased that they lived up to the.
representations. Very strongly in support of the application.
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Paul Fitzgerald #512 - I was at the meeting last year. I frequent the
restaurant. It is competitive and should be given an opportunity.
Cunningham, 60 Rantoul - Am in opposition. Late hours draws a
different clientele. Open late will draw different people.
Peter Riley - Chairman of the Trustees. Was very vocal at the last
meeting. Parking and noise we two issues. I represent what is a
cautious optimism. He has been a very good neighbor. Noise inside
the restaurant is not heard outside. In addition, the Goat Hill Grille
has become a good neighbor and an asset. In full support with
proviso that there still be a vigilance of making sure that people get
on their way. A little more attention to the dumpster noise.
Any problems, Lt. Roccio? Since last year I cannot say I am aware
of any incidents. No objection. Pleased to see the restaurant doing
well.
Mr. Kelley- Letter from Dana Staples in support read into record.
Stated Mr. Murphy has followed up on all his promises;
Mr. Heller- There was a lot of concern. Mr. Murphy has lived up
to his word. If there is a problem down the road, it can always be
retracted.
Mr. Heller- Motion that the application for an extension of hours be
granted.
Mr. Kelley - Actual closing will be 1:00 a.m.
Seconded by Mr. Ranta. Motion carried 3-0.
Mr. Kelley reminded Mr. Murphy that this was not written in stone,
that it could be retracted if there was a problem in the future.
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2. One day licenses -
a. Jubilee Yacht Club
b. Season's
c. Trustees of Reservations
d. ICC
Motion made and seconded to approve these licenses. Motion
carded 3-0.
Miscellaneous -
Kitty O'Shea's - Clerk instructed to get request in writing.
Discussion of notice from ABCC
Board of Health - response to their communication
Crackers - Change of hearing date.
Next meeting schedule for August 5 at 6:00 p.m.
Meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,