Board of Licensing Commissioners — May 26, 2026

The board reviewed minutes from the previous meeting and two liquor permit applications: one for George R. Bean American Legion Post 19 (all alcoholic beverages) and one for Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish (wine and malt only).

All approval items were passed unanimously.

The board identified discrepancies in the applicant's workers' compensation documentation, which only listed one employee despite two being named, and noted that the lease agreement was under the manager's name rather than the corporate officer's name.

The hearing was continued to the June 23, 2026, meeting.

The board will follow up with the applicant to provide specific details on the required corrections.

The board discussed the business's hours of operation and occupancy limits based on the provided floor plan, noting a maximum of eight occupants at any time.

The application was approved unanimously.

A discrepancy was noted between the number of employees listed on the application and the workers' compensation insurance documentation provided.

The hearing was continued to June 23, 2026.

The applicant explained she works solo by appointment and has transitioned her business to Weymouth. The board questioned the large square footage for a single employee.

The application was approved.

The applicant requested a continuance as they were unable to attend the meeting.

The hearing was continued to June 23, 2026.

The board expressed concerns regarding the background and references provided with the application.

The hearing was continued to June 23, 2026.

The applicant requested hours of operation that extended past 9 p.m. The board clarified that current town ordinances strictly limit hours to between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.

The application was approved with the condition that they comply with the existing ordinance hours.

The applicant, practicing for 18 years, discussed her move to the area and her intention to work part-time out of a designated area within the Weymouth Club.

The application was approved.

The applicants explained the distinction between their massage services and their assisted stretch therapy (mobility). There was a discussion regarding the ordinance's 9 a.m. opening time, which the applicants requested to bypass, but the board noted they must comply with current laws.

Both licenses were approved.

The applicant formally requested that the town amend its ordinance to exclude Reiki from the 'bodywork' classification, arguing that Reiki is a non-invasive spiritual practice rather than physical manipulation. The board explained they lack the authority to change ordinances and directed the applicant to the Town Council. A follow-up public inquiry questioned why estheticians performing Reiki must pay a $250 bodywork fee when state-licensed massage therapists are exempt; board members clarified the distinction lies in licensing type and that fee changes require an ordinance amendment.

Both the massage and bodywork licenses were approved.

The applicant may petition the Town Council to amend the ordinance. The board suggested the fee matter might be addressed through the health department or legislative process.

Joe Mahoney (a speaker) argued for fee parity, noting that since estheticians are state-licensed like massage therapists, the $250 bodywork fee should not apply to them. Board members clarified that the distinction lies in whether the individual is licensed for 'body work' specifically or 'massage,' and noted that amending such fees would require an ordinance change.

The board informed the speaker that they lack the authority to amend fees without an ordinance change and suggested the matter might be better addressed through the health department or via legislative process.

Applicant Stephanie Dimitro detailed her extensive experience in the field and her plan to operate alone, Monday through Friday, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The board noted the absence of a submitted floor plan and a fully executed lease agreement, which are necessary to determine maximum occupancy.

The board granted conditional approval of the application.

The applicant must submit a fully executed lease agreement and a floor plan to the board/building department.

Owner Leopold Martini (a speaker) proposed adding moderate beer and wine service to their existing Mediterranean cafe and extending daily hours from 8 a.m.–8 p.m. to 8 a.m.–10 p.m. There was a brief discussion regarding the maximum occupancy load (24 vs 33 occupants).

The board approved the new license and the extension of hours.

The application will proceed to the State Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission for approval; the owner must also apply for a Certificate of Occupancy.

a speaker offered 'housekeeping' advice to the Chair, recommending that for lengthy agendas, the Chair should introduce themselves, summarize the agenda, and clearly outline the order of procedures (applicant presentation, board questions, then public comment) to increase audience comfort.

The Chair acknowledged the suggestions.