The Woburn License Commission approved a change of manager for 99 West LLC at 291 Mishawam Road, voting 3-0 to accept Matthew Brayson as the new manager.

Matthew Brayson told the commission he has worked with the 99 Restaurants for about nine years and had progressed from server and bartender to management. He said he and his assistant managers are certified for food and alcohol service, and he described the chain’s internal responsible‑service program for hourly staff.

Commissioners characterized the application as straightforward. The commission noted the chain’s long tenure and community fundraising activities and approved the change without opening the matter to public hearing.

The motion to approve was made, seconded and passed 3-0. Commissioners welcomed the new manager to the city and underscored expectations that all staff maintain current alcohol‑service certifications.