Relative to certain licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the city of Holyoke
Impact
The passage of HB 360 would enable city officials to better manage the distribution and control of alcohol licenses within Holyoke, allowing for potentially increased local economic activity through the establishment of more licensed establishments in the TOD West area. It is presented as a means to promote business growth and community development by creating a regulation that is tailored specifically to meet local needs. However, the amendment would also follow local approval from both the mayor and the city council, suggesting a community-oriented approach to liquor licensing.
Summary
House Bill 360 is a legislative proposal focused on the licensing of alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises within the city of Holyoke, Massachusetts. The bill aims to amend existing regulations by modifying subsections of a chapter related to alcoholic beverage licenses. It specifies that one license for all types of alcoholic beverages and two separate licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages shall be allocated to a designated area known as TOD West. This area encompasses a precise set of geographical boundaries defined within the text of the bill.
Contention
While there may not be major noted points of contention in the discussions surrounding HB 360 as indicated in the provided documents, similar legislative actions historically encounter opposition regarding the saturation of alcohol outlets in neighborhoods, concerns about public health, and increased competition among existing businesses. Local leaders might face scrutiny from community members who are wary of the social implications of expanding alcohol availability in specific areas.
Authorizing the city of Salem to convert 1 annual license for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises to an annual license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises
Related to granting three additional liquor licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises in the town of Marshfield and three additional licenses for alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the town of Marshfield
Authorizing the city of Everett to grant 2 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not be drunk on the premises, and 1 additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises
Authorizing the city of Salem to convert the annual license for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises pursuant to chapter 75 of the acts of 2008 to an annual license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises
Relating to the creation of the Rose City Municipal Utility District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments and fees.