Smithfield council renews multiple liquor, entertainment and vendor licenses; schedules show‑cause hearings

At a special meeting, the Smithfield Town Council approved the renewal of multiple intoxicating beverage, entertainment, special-dance and vendor licenses listed in the meeting packet and subject to compliance with state regulations and local ordinances, including certificates of good standing with the Rhode Island Division of Taxation.

Renewals approved included Class A and B retailers, taverns and restaurants such as Smithfield Liquomart, Blackie's Bulldog Tavern, Chili's Grill and Bar, Giuseppe's Pizzeria Bistro, Rocco's Pub and Grub and others named in the packet. The council also approved extended-hours renewals for five Dunkin' Donuts locations and a set of 15 vendor/limited licenses for establishments including Azzone's, Brewology, GT's Scoops, Coffee Connection Smithfield and others.

Council members scheduled show‑cause hearings for Dec. 3, 2024, to consider suspension, revocation or other sanctions for listed licenses alleged to be nonrenewed or noncompliant; staff was directed to send notices to affected businesses informing them when licenses expire and that service must cease upon expiration.

The council considered and approved a new habitual/retail license for Fitness 401 LLC at 978 Douglas Pike (proposed hours 6 a.m. to 2 a.m.). Several routine renewals — including entertainment and special-dance licenses — were moved, seconded and approved with 'Aye' votes recorded in the transcript excerpt.

The meeting record does not include full roll-call tallies for every vote in the excerpt; approvals were announced by voice vote or 'Aye.'