Providence Board of Licenses 2026-05-21
Minutes summary
From the minutes filed with the RI Secretary of State on May 26, 2026.
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At its meeting on May 21, 2026, the Providence Board of Licenses approved a consent agenda containing numerous monthly entertainment, special event, floor host, and vendor applications. The Board also heard several individual applications, suspended a petroleum license for 435 MPA Inc., and found a neighborhood disturbance violation against LoVera VIP, issuing a fine and mandated police details.
What the body took up (61)
1. 127 Friendship Street LLC dba Medici 127 Friendship St. Monthly Entertainment. June 2026- DJ
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
2. Alma Center LLC dba Alma Center 1017 Broad Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026 DJ
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
3. Archetype LLC dba Fete Music Hall 103 Dike Street. Monthly Entertainment. June 2026- Live Band
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
4. Bridge 15 LLC dba Fish Co. 15 Bridge Street. Monthly Entertainment. June 2026 - DJ/Live Band
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
5. CalRay LLC dba Black Sheep 397 Westminster Street. Monthly Entertainment. June 2026- Karaoke/ Live Band
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
6. Chestnut Street Enterprises LLC dba Alchemy 171 Chestnut Street. Monthly Entertainment. June 2026 - DJ/LiveBands
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
7. CV Rise LLC dba 1070 North 1070 North Main Street. Monthly Entertainment. June 2026 - DJ/LiveBands
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
8. Gold lounge restaurant LLC at 727 Cranston Street. Monthly Entertainment. June 2026- DJ/Live Band
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
9. Gullivers Tavern Inc dba Foxy Lady 318 Chalkstone Avenue. Monthly Entertainment. Month of May 2026 - DJ/Adult Entertainment
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
10. Jetset Inc dba Jetset Lounge 1095 Eddy Street. Renewal License. Monthly Entertainment. June 2026 - DJ
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
11. La Palmera Club Billar LLC dba La Palmera Club 43 Bucklin Street. Monthly Entertainment. June 2026 DJ/ Live Band
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
12. Moonshine Hospitality LLC dba Moonshine Hospitality 52 Pine Street. Monthly Entertainment. June 2026 -Live Bands
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
13. Saint Joseph's Festival by Federal Hill Commerce Association on Atwells Avenue. Alcohol Bev Class F-Full Nonprofit 1-day Liquor, Block Party, Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Street Closing, Festivals, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit #129302. Dates and times of event: 6/5/2026 - 6/7/2026 from 5pm-12am. Street closure Atwells Avenue from Dean Street to Sutton Street. Current liquor license holders participating.
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
14. 2026 Al Fresco on the Hill by Federal Hill Commerce Association Atwells Avenue. Block Party, Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Street Closing, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit #129307. Street Closure Atwells Avenue from Dean Street to Acorn Street. Event dates and times: 6/13/2026 - 9/5/2026 from 5pm-2am. Weather plans in place in any event. Every Saturday. Blackout dates for June 20th and July 4th, 2026.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Pulled from Consent Agenda and heard. 2026 Al Fresco Dining on the Hill approved for the month of June. All other remaining Saturday dates to be heard and reviewed for approval. Public comment heard from local businesses and residents of Federal Hill. Vote: Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada; Absent: Rogel.
15. Brown Senior Graduation Block Party by Francesca Fraim on John Street. Block Party, Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Street Closing, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129162- May 23, 2026 from 9:00a-3:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
16. The Rosendale Group Juneteenth Celebration | Gay Pride Celebration by Frank Manfredi On Union Street. Entertainment, Food Truck, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129339- June 19, 2026 & June 20, 2026 from 4:00p-12:00a Street Closure on Union Street to Washington Street
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
17. FIFA weekends by The Alleycat at 17 Snow Street. Entertainment, Festivals, Food Truck, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129226- June 12,2026 - July 13,2026 from 1:00p-12:00a Street Closure on Snow Street on to Washington Street
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
18. Summer Soccer Viewing Series by Federal Hill Commerce Association at Garibaldi Park. Entertainment, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129344- June 16, 2026-July 9, 2026 from 11:00a-10:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
19. Trinity Outdoor Event Space by Trinity Brewhouse at Adrian Hall way. Expansion of Premises-Street Closing, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129308- June 11-13, 19, 26 & July 4, 9, 14,15,19 from 2:00p-12:00a Street Closure on Adrian Hall Way to Fountain Street
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
20. Hot Club Expansion by Hot Club at 25 Bridge Street. Entertainment, Food Truck, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 128977- May 22, 2026- July 10, 2026 from 5:00p-12:00a
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
21. Cultural Survival Bazaar by Cultural Survival at 10 Sims Ave. Entertainment, Special Event Permit (ACT). August 1, 2026 and August 2, 2026 from 10:00a-6:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
22. Scotland World Cup Farewell to Providence by G Hospitality on Orange Street. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Street Closing, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129306- June 18, 2026 from 5:00p-11:00p Street Closure on Orange Street from Weybosett Street to Pine Street
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
23. World Cup Pre-Game by G Hospitality on Orange Street and Weybosset Street. Entertainment, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 128910- June 13, 2026 from 11:a-8:00p Street Closure on Orange Street between Weybosset Street to Pine Street
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
24. SURGE on the Sidewalk by G Hospitality at Sarto Resturant. Entertainment, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129301- June 20, 2026 from 3:00p-11:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
25. Summer Cookout by Vivix Inc at 549 Broad Street. Entertainment, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129320- May 30, 2026 from 3:00p-10:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
26. One Community Block Party by Child and Family at 1268 Eddy Street. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Street Closing, Food Truck. Special Event Permit 129212- May 31, 2026 from 11:00a-5:00p Street Closure on Georgia Ave on to Virginia Ave
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
27. The MSVL Sunset Concert Series by The MUSE at Michael S. VanLeesten Memorial Bridge. Entertainment, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129275- May 22, 2026 from 6:00-9:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
28. Carnival by Rockwell Amusements on Kinsley Ave Vacant Lot. Food Truck, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129316- 6/10/2026-6/14/2026 from 6:00p-10:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
29. Toga Party by MROCCO LLC at 124 Snow Street. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Street Closing, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129348- 6/5/2026-6/7/2026 from 7:00p-12:00a Street Closure on Snow Street on to Weybosset Street
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
30. RI Pride by Mirabar at 15 Elbow Street. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Street Closing, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129337- June 21, 2026 from 3:00-12:00a Street Closure on Elbow Street to Ship Street on to Chestnut Street
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
31. 250 Years of Surviving Under Colonial Rule Powow by Rhode Island Indian Council at 195 District Park. Entertainment, Food Truck, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129202- June 13, 2026 from 10:00a-5:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
32. June and July in 195 District Park at 195 District Park. Entertainment, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129329- June 2, 2026 - July 30, 2026 from 6:00p-9:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
33. Salsa on the Bridge by Del Alma Dance Company at Michael S. Van Leesten Memorial Bridge. Entertainment, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129328- June 6, 2026 from 5:00p-9:00p & September 25, 2026 from 5:00p-9:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
34. World Cup Block Party by Brass Monkey at 800 Allens Ave. . June 12, 2026 from 12:00p-12:00a
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
35. Bruno's Pub Night by Brown University at 225 Hope Street. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Parking Lot. May 23, 2026 from 7:00P-9:30P
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
36. Bruno's Block Party by Brown University at 400 Elmgrove Ave. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Parking Lot. May 23, 2026 from 12:30P-3:30P
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
37. Class of 1976-50th Reunion by Brown University at 219-221 Hope Street. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Patio. May 23, 2026 from 6:00p-10:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
38. Class of 1996-30th Reunion by Brown University at Pembroke Green area. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Parking Lot. May 23, 2026 from 6:30p-10:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
39. Class of 1986-40th by Brown Univeristy at 85-89 Waterman Street. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Parking Lot. May 23, 2026 from 6:30p-10:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
40. Class of 2001-25th Reunion by Brown University at 31-33 Brown Street. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Parking Lot. May 23, 2026 from 6:00p-9:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
41. Class of 2006-20th Reunion by Brown University at Manning Walk. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Parking Lot. May 23, 2026 from 7:00p-10:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
42. HopeHealth 50th Anniversary Gala by AE Events at The Water Fire. Entertainment. May 21,2026 from 5:30p-9:30p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
43. Recital 2026 by To The Pointe of Performing Arts Inc at 43 Dave Gavitt Way. Entertainment.
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
44. Reunion Weekend by Providence College at 1 Cunningham Square. Entertainment. June 5, 2026 from 1:00p-10:00p June 6, 2026 from 9:00a-9:00p June 7, 2026 from 11:00a-2:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
45. Trinity Rep Pell Awards Gala by Trinity Repertory Company at Lindemann Center Brown University. Entertainment. June 9, 2026 from 6:00p-10:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
46. Unity Celebration by Brown University at 38 Brown Street. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Parking Lot. May 22, 2026 from 7:30p-9:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
47. Unity Funk Night by Brown University at 225 Hope Street. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Parking Lot. May 23, 2026 from 9:30p-12:00a
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
48. Saint Bartholomew Church 305 Laurel Hill Avenue. Alcohol Bev Class F-Full Nonprofit 1-day Liquor, Entertainment. Scalabrini Day Celebration - May 31, 2026 - Live Band 10:30a-8:00p
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
49. Edy y Ortega Garca Providence RI. Floor Host.
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
50. Byron Erik Olson Providence RI. New License. Vendor.
approvedApproved as part of the Consent Agenda. Vote: Unanimous, Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada, Absent: Rogel.
51. RAG Inc dba The Parlour 1119 North Main Street. Monthly Entertainment. May 2026 - DJ/LiveBands - Karaoke (Late submittal & unpaid fees)
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Outstanding applications have been resolved, and the applicant was made aware of submitting on time. Vote: Ayes: Mancini, Ochoa, Quezada; Absent: Akinbi, Rogel.
52. JMA Inc dba Primecut Restaurant Mezzo Lounge 393 Charles Street. Monthly Entertainment. June 2026- DJ ( 18+)
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Vote: Ayes: Mancini, Ochoa, Quezada; Absent: Akinbi, Rogel.
53. Laughing Gorilla LLC dba Troop 60 Valley Street. Monthly Entertainment. June 2026 - DJ/LiveBands (Late Submittal)
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Vote: Ayes: Mancini, Ochoa, Quezada; Absent: Akinbi, Rogel.
54. RAG Inc dba The Parlour 1119 North Main Street. Monthly Entertainment. June 2026 - DJ/LiveBands - Karaoke (Late submittal & unpaid fees)
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Outstanding applications have been resolved, and the applicant was made aware of submitting on time. Vote: Ayes: Mancini, Ochoa, Quezada; Absent: Akinbi, Rogel.
55. 435 MPA Inc. dba 435 MPA, Inc. (Formerly Duva's Gas) 435 Mount Pleasant Avenue. Food Dispenser, Holiday Sales. Petroleum. Failure to comply with Providence Code of Ordinance(s) Sec. 14-8 Petroleum products; permit fees for bulk storage, Ch. 10, Sec. 1021 through 10-48.
SUSPENDED [UNANIMOUS]The Cease & Desist Order issued on 5/11/2026 and 5/14/2026 have been upheld by the Board. On 5/21/2026 the Board has learned of new developments from the State Department of Environmental Management (DEM) where 14 violations exist at the location. The violations presented have been accepted into the record. Vote: Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
56. 435 MPA Inc. dba 435 MPA Inc. 435 Mount Pleasant Avenue. New License. Food Dispenser, Holiday Sales. Petroleum. (Formerly Duva's Gas Station).
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to 6/4/2026 4:30 PM. The request for a license has been continued for 2 weeks to allow the applicant to resolve the outstanding DEM violations in agenda item #55. Members of the public were present at this hearing date & time and provided public comment. Vote: Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada; Absent: Rogel.
57. A Wilhelm Scream at What Cheer Tavern. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Parking Lot. June 27, 2026 from 5:00p-9:00p
NOT HEARDThis matter is not ready to be heard until a Temporary Use Permit (TUP) has been approved through Zoning.
58. Bridget Dugan dba Existential Thread Co 139 Knight Street. Second-Hand Store. New License.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Vote: Ayes: Mancini, Ochoa, Quezada; Absent: Akinbi, Rogel.
59. Javier the Jeweler RI Pawnshop LLC dba Javier the Jeweler 529 Broad Street. Pawnbroker. New License.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Vote: Ayes: Mancini, Ochoa, Quezada; Absent: Akinbi, Rogel.
60. LA TULILA BAR Y RESTAURANT LLC dba LA TULILA BAR Y RESTAURANT 97 Academy Avenue. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal. Continued from 5/7/2026.
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to 6/4/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for 2 weeks unless the license is issued prior to the next hearing date & time. Vote: Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada; Absent: Rogel.
61. LoVera V.I.P. Inc. dba LoVera VIP 1266-1268 Broad Street. Regarding incident(s) of 12/7/2025 CCR# 26-97455. RIGL 3-5-21 & 3-5-23 City Ordinance: 14-1 - Causing a disturbance in the neighborhood.
VIOLATION FOUND [UNANIMOUS]Recommendation Accepted: Issued a $1,000 fine and a mandated Police Detail for 5/22/2026, 5/23/2026, 5/24/2026, 5/30/2026 & 5/31/2026. Vote: Ayes: Mancini, Ochoa, Quezada; Absent: Akinbi, Rogel.
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