Pawtucket Council discusses police report on Aloha Restaurant's compliance status

The Pawtucket City Council meeting on July 14, 2025, focused on a communication from Captain Dino Giorgio of the Pawtucket Police Department regarding Aloha Restaurant Lounge, located at 904 Main Street. The council discussed the motion to file this communication, which was approved unanimously.

During the meeting, Councilor Ruzo moved to file the communication, which was seconded by Councilor Gregor. The communication detailed Captain Giorgio's findings from a check of the restaurant, indicating no reports of violations or police calls for service at the location. However, Councilor Gregor raised concerns about a potential miscommunication regarding the information requested about the restaurant's history of police responses.

Councilor Gregor expressed that he was looking for a comprehensive report on all incidents involving the restaurant since its opening, citing at least six incidents that included police responses to large crowds and traffic issues, with one incident resulting in arrests. He noted that the captain's report only addressed specific dates of events held at the restaurant, which did not encompass the broader context of police activity related to the establishment.

The discussion highlighted the need for clearer communication between the council and the police department regarding the information required for oversight of local businesses. The council plans to follow up on this matter to ensure that all relevant data is provided in future reports.